The risk of serious or fatal heart disease can be predicted with artificial intelligence (AI) analysis of mammograms, according to research published in the European Heart Journal. The study shows that AI can be used to assess the build-up of calcium deposits in the arteries of the breast from the standard X-ray mammography scans that are currently used in routine breast cancer screening.

The recreational drugs cannabis, cocaine and amphetamines significantly increase the risk of stroke—including among younger users—Cambridge researchers have concluded after analyzing data from more than 100 million people.

During the winter months, when days are short and cold and nights are long and dark, creating a warm and cozy indoor atmosphere can feel especially important.

Age is more than just one number. While neuroscientists used to think of cognitive aging as a single trendline, they now realize that vast individual differences require a more predictive and personalized approach. As they uncover more factors that affect cognition over time, they are realizing that modeling the aging brain requires more diverse data than traditionally captured.

Healthy aging is about staying independent, maintaining mobility and continuing to enjoy everyday activities as you get older. For many people, what matters most is being able to get out of a chair without help, carry shopping home, climb the stairs and recover quickly after illness.

A new study of more than 6,000 American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (NH/PI) adults shows that nearly one-third meet criteria for "healthy functioning," a multidimensional measure capturing positive physical and mental health, life satisfaction, social support, and low stress.

Robust real-world data on the effectiveness of biologic therapies in children with severe asthma remain limited, particularly across different ages and early-life risk profiles. This evidence gap constrains precision in treatment decisions and clinical guidance.

Many Americans remain uneasy about driverless cars. According to new research, their concerns go far beyond safety.

Children's experiences during early years form the foundation for their development.

No matter how much you brush, floss and rinse, there's a zoo colonizing your teeth, gums and tongue.