Everyone has heard of the risk factors associated with a higher chance of developing cancer – tobacco, alcohol, hair dye, the contraceptive pill, obesity and UV radiation from the sun to name just a few. However, a recent study from Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center has found that nearly two thirds of cancers could be…
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia afflicting the global population. It is such a widespread disease that you would be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t know the symptoms associated with it – confusion, mood swings, language deterioration, and eventually long-term memory loss. One of the main issues associated with Alzheimer’s disease…
Stem cell research has been a hot topic in the medical field for many years. The ability of stem cells to divide and differentiate into any type of cell has suggested we could replenish any adult tissue that has been damaged. This could lead to out-and-out cures for many diseases, including degenerative ones with poor…