Health & Wellness
Hospital confusion could be an early warning of dementia
When older adults are admitted to hospital, some suddenly become confused or disoriented. This condition is called delirium.
It can happen quickly and may include...
A promising new drug may stop Parkinson’s at its source
A team of researchers from NYU Abu Dhabi and the University of Denver has developed a new compound that may help fight some of...
Flu vaccination linked to 18% lower risk of heart attack
Every year, millions of people get the flu. While many think of it as a temporary illness, it can have serious effects on the...
Can a common diabetes drug help prevent blood vessel aging?
Growing older affects every part of the body, including the heart and blood vessels. As time passes, blood vessels often become harder and less...
Popular diabetes drugs may cause a rare but dangerous infection
A new study by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has raised concern about a possible risk linked to a newer group of diabetes...
Can common blood pressure and heart drugs may affect your sleep?
Sleep is one of the most important parts of staying healthy. It helps the body recover, supports the immune system, and keeps the brain...
New pill could help reduce obesity, fatty liver disease
Obesity has become one of the biggest health problems in the world today. It affects millions of people and increases the risk of serious...
Simple ways to prevent falls in older people
Falls are a major concern for older adults. They can lead to serious injuries such as broken bones or head injuries, and they often...
A common drug could stop heart attacks before they start
Heart attacks remain one of the leading causes of death around the world. For many years, most treatments have focused on breaking down blood...
How salt and minerals affect your blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world today. Many people have it without even...
This simple food could cut liver fat by 40%
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, often called NAFLD, is becoming one of the most common health problems in the world. It happens when too much...
Major causes of high blood pressure everyone needs to know
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world.
Millions of people live with it, often...
These natural supplements may calm inflammation
Inflammation is a natural process in the body. It helps protect us when we are injured or when we get sick. For example, when...
Why a persistent cough could signal heart failure
When people think about heart problems, they usually imagine chest pain or shortness of breath. A cough is not often seen as a warning...
Study shows big benefits of stricter high blood pressure control
A new study has found that keeping blood pressure at a lower level than usual can greatly reduce the risk of serious heart problems....
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Brain Health
Hospital confusion could be an early warning of dementia
When older adults are admitted to hospital, some suddenly become confused or disoriented. This condition is called delirium.
It can happen quickly and may include...
Where Alzheimer’s disease is rising fast in the U.S.
A new study has taken a close look at where Alzheimer’s disease is most common across the United States, and the results show a...
Scientists discover early dementia signs hidden in the gut
Memory problems often develop slowly, and many people do not notice the early signs. By the time dementia is diagnosed, the condition may already...
Scientists discover an early cause of Alzheimer’s disease
For many people, Alzheimer’s disease seems to appear suddenly, with memory loss and confusion becoming clear only later in life. However, new research suggests...
Could eating more meat help lower Alzheimer’s risk?
A new study has raised an interesting question about diet and brain health. Researchers from Karolinska Institutet found that older adults who carry certain...