Health & Wellness
Scientists discover cannabis compounds that may help weight loss and blood sugar control
Cannabis is widely known for increasing appetite, often called giving people the “munchies.”
But for years, scientists have noticed something puzzling: people who regularly use...
Scientists directly measure how smoking makes lungs stiffer and harder to breathe
Scientists have long known that smoking damages the lungs, but a new study has now shown in detail how smoking physically changes lung tissue...
Low vitamin D may cause more pain after breast cancer surgery
A new study suggests that breast cancer patients with low vitamin D levels may experience more pain after surgery and may need larger amounts...
Who can benefit most from popular weight loss drug for obesity and sleep apnea?
A new study has found that some people with obstructive sleep apnea and obesity may benefit much more from the GLP-1 medication tirzepatide than...
Smoking makes human lungs stiffer like scar tissue
A new study has provided some of the clearest evidence yet of how smoking physically damages human lungs.
For the first time, scientists directly measured...
Where you get rectal cancer treatment could affect your survival
A new study suggests that the hospital where a person receives treatment for rectal cancer may strongly affect the quality of care they receive...
Why BMI alone may miss dangerous health risks linked to obesity
For many years, doctors have mainly used body mass index, or BMI, to determine whether a person has obesity. BMI is calculated using a...
How you write may help detect dementia earlier
For many older adults, changes in handwriting can happen gradually over time. Letters may become uneven, writing may look less smooth, or it may...
Over half of type 2 diabetes cases could be preventable
A major international study has found that healthy lifestyle choices may dramatically lower the risk of type 2 diabetes, even among people with strong...
Three-minute video game could help detect depression
Scientists have created a smartphone game that may help identify depression in just a few minutes.
The game is based on how people react to...
Doctors urged to treat high cholesterol earlier to prevent heart attacks and strokes
Doctors should begin treating high cholesterol earlier and more aggressively than in the past, according to a new medical perspective written by researchers from...
Common asthma drug may help fight aggressive cancers
A medication commonly used to treat asthma and allergies may also help fight some of the most difficult cancers, according to a new study...
Simple nutrient may help lower fatigue in older people
Many people hear that exercise is one of the best ways to stay healthy as they grow older. Regular movement can help protect the...
Simple urine test may show early warning signs of dementia
A large new study from Sweden suggests that a simple urine test could help doctors spot people who may face a higher risk of...
New pill could replace CPAP masks for sleep apnea treatment
Obstructive sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that affects millions of people around the world. The condition happens when the upper airway becomes...
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Brain Health
How you write may help detect dementia earlier
For many older adults, changes in handwriting can happen gradually over time. Letters may become uneven, writing may look less smooth, or it may...
Doctors urged to treat high cholesterol earlier to prevent heart attacks and strokes
Doctors should begin treating high cholesterol earlier and more aggressively than in the past, according to a new medical perspective written by researchers from...
Simple urine test may show early warning signs of dementia
A large new study from Sweden suggests that a simple urine test could help doctors spot people who may face a higher risk of...
Two common drugs may help treat early Alzheimer’s disease
Being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or mild cognitive impairment can be frightening and emotionally overwhelming. These conditions slowly damage memory, thinking, learning, and daily...
This overlooked blood marker could quietly raise your risk of stroke and death
When people think about heart health, they usually focus on things like cholesterol levels, diet, and exercise. Doctors often talk about LDL cholesterol as...