Health & Wellness
How to stop breast cancer from spreading to the brain
Scientists at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have discovered something new that may help fight a serious problem for patients with...
Major causes of high blood pressure you need to know
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a health condition that affects many people around the world.
It happens when the pressure of blood...
Silent warnings of liver disease in older adults
Liver disease is a serious health problem that can affect people at any age. But in older adults, it can be harder to notice....
What is the major cause of hoarding?
When most people hear about hoarding, they often think of extreme cases shown on reality TV—homes filled with piles of things, rooms that are...
Is your blood pressure slowly hurting your heart?
High blood pressure is sometimes called the “silent killer.” This is because most people who have it don’t feel anything wrong. However, it can...
Study finds a surprising cause of tooth decay
A new study from Umeå University in Sweden has found that both your genes and your daily habits may affect your risk of getting...
Best breakfast foods to help lower your blood pressure
Starting your day with the right foods doesn’t just give you energy—it can also help keep your blood pressure under control.
Breakfast is a great...
Why you fall asleep on the sofa but not in bed
Have you ever dozed off on the sofa while watching TV, only to find yourself wide awake once you crawl into bed? You’re not...
Don’t ignore these early signs of colon cancer
Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is one of the most common cancers in the world. It starts in the colon or rectum,...
Can blood pressure drugs trigger dangerous skin disease?
Psoriasis is a skin condition that affects millions of people around the world. According to the Mayo Clinic, it causes red, itchy, and scaly...
A new diabetes drug that works faster and helps you lose weight
A new study shows that a diabetes medicine called tirzepatide helps people lower their blood sugar and lose weight faster than some other common...
Popular painkiller may raise blood pressure, study finds
Paracetamol, also called acetaminophen, is one of the most popular medicines in the world. People use it every day to reduce fever and relieve...
Dangerous signs of blocked arteries you shouldn’t ignore
Heart arteries can get blocked when fatty substances called plaques build up inside them. This problem is known as coronary artery disease.
It makes it...
The 5 most addictive substances—and how they take over the brain
Addiction is a powerful condition that changes the way the brain works, making it difficult for people to control their actions.
Some substances are especially...
Are your blood pressure drugs safe? massive study reveals key differences
A massive study lasting 17 years and including more than 730,000 people has given doctors and patients new information about two popular drugs used...
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Brain Health
How Parkinson’s may travel from the gut to the brain—and how we might stop...
New research from scientists at the UK Dementia Research Institute at University College London has revealed how Parkinson’s disease may spread from the gut...
Smoking, blood pressure and diabetes each may cause distinct dementia-related brain changes
Many people think dementia is something we cannot prevent, but new research shows that almost half of all dementia cases are linked to risk...
Driving patterns may reveal early signs of dementia
New research suggests that the way older adults drive may offer important clues about their brain health.
Changes in driving habits—such as driving less often,...
What triggers a stroke? New study reveals surprising clues
Strokes are a major health issue around the world. They can lead to death or cause long-term problems with movement, speech, and memory.
In Ireland...
New blood test can detect early Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a serious brain condition that slowly affects a person’s ability to move, sleep, smell, and think clearly. It affects more than...