Health & Wellness
Can exercise protect your brain function during cancer treatment?
Many people who go through chemotherapy notice changes in how their brain works. They may find it harder to focus, forget things more easily,...
Can you drive safely after cannabis use?
As cannabis use becomes more common in many parts of the world, questions about its safety are becoming more important. One area of concern...
Study finds a surprising cause of Alzheimer’s disease
As people grow older, their bodies go through many changes at the smallest level. Inside each cell, tiny changes in DNA slowly build up...
Common pregnancy drugs may increase autism risk, large study finds
Pregnancy is a very important time for both the mother and the developing baby. During this period, the baby’s brain and body grow rapidly,...
Why pomegranates can keep your heart healthy
For many years, pomegranates have been known as a “heart-healthy” fruit. Many people believe that eating pomegranates can help protect against heart disease.
However, scientists...
A simple 3-in-1 pill may help prevent another stroke
Stroke is one of the most serious health problems in the world. It can happen suddenly and often leads to long-term disability or death....
Scientists create new tools to predict heart failure decades early
Heart failure is a long-term condition that affects millions of people around the world. It happens when the heart becomes too weak or too...
Exercise and ibuprofen may reduce cancer-related cognitive impairment
Chemotherapy is an important treatment for many types of cancer, but it can come with difficult side effects. One of the most common problems...
Why losing joy may be the most serious symptom of depression
Depression is often described as a deep feeling of sadness. However, for many people, the most painful part is not sadness at all.
It is...
Study finds big cause of brain inflammation in Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists have long known that the brain has its own immune system. This system helps protect the brain from infections and damage. It works...
Hidden DNA changes shape your brain from before birth
The human brain is one of the most complex parts of the body. It controls how we think, feel, remember, and behave.
Scientists have long...
Why checking your blood pressure at home could save your life
Checking your blood pressure at home is one of the simplest ways to protect your health, especially if you have high blood pressure.
High blood...
A common surgery drug may affect the heart health at night, study finds
Midazolam is a medicine that doctors often use to help patients feel calm and sleepy before surgery. It has been used for many years...
A simple vitamin may help the body fight cancer better
Cancer is one of the most serious health challenges in the world today. It happens when some cells in the body grow out of...
A hidden energy crisis in the brain may cause Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is one of the most common brain conditions that affects older adults. It is best known for causing shaking hands, stiff muscles,...
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Study finds a surprising cause of Alzheimer’s disease
As people grow older, their bodies go through many changes at the smallest level. Inside each cell, tiny changes in DNA slowly build up...
A simple 3-in-1 pill may help prevent another stroke
Stroke is one of the most serious health problems in the world. It can happen suddenly and often leads to long-term disability or death....
Exercise and ibuprofen may reduce cancer-related cognitive impairment
Chemotherapy is an important treatment for many types of cancer, but it can come with difficult side effects. One of the most common problems...
Study finds big cause of brain inflammation in Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists have long known that the brain has its own immune system. This system helps protect the brain from infections and damage. It works...
Could everyday medicines quietly harm your memory?
Many people take medicines every day to manage common health problems. These include allergies, high blood pressure, depression, or even motion sickness. These drugs...