Health & Wellness
Cold weather may be deadlier than heat for your heart, study finds
Many people know that very hot weather can be dangerous, especially for older adults. However, new research shows that cold weather may be an...
Weight loss drugs and surgery show surprising hidden benefits
New research suggests that both weight loss drugs and weight loss surgery can help people with obesity improve their body composition in meaningful ways.
The...
Why smoking could cause memory loss
Smoking is widely known to damage the lungs and heart, but its effects on the brain are becoming clearer over time.
Many studies have shown...
Scientists discover new way to rebuild bones
Bones may look solid and unchanging, but they are actually living tissues that are constantly being renewed.
Throughout life, the body is always breaking down...
A hidden gut signal may decide who gets ALS or dementia
Two serious brain diseases, ALS and Frontotemporal Dementia, have long puzzled scientists. Both conditions damage the brain and nervous system, but their causes are...
New diabetes drug shows strong power to prevent heart attack and stroke
A newly approved drug called sotagliflozin is giving fresh hope to people living with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease. These conditions are very...
Hidden ‘switch’ in blood vessels may treat high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. It affects millions of adults, especially...
Common virus can be the main cause of multiple sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis, often called MS, is a long-term disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. It happens when the body’s immune system mistakenly...
Study finds how blood platelets may drive heart disease
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in many Western countries. A major form of heart disease is called atherosclerosis.
This condition...
Understanding the hidden meaning behind your blood pressure numbers
Many people hear about blood pressure at the doctor’s office, but not everyone truly understands what those numbers mean.
Blood pressure is a simple measurement,...
Study finds a new cause of dementia in the brain
Dementia is a serious condition that affects millions of people around the world. It slowly damages memory, thinking ability, and the skills needed for...
Study finds best pain relief options for chronic nerve pain
Nerve pain can be one of the most difficult types of pain to live with. Unlike pain from an injury, it often feels like...
This personality trait linked to high blood pressure, study finds
High blood pressure is usually seen as a problem that affects the heart and blood vessels.
Most people know that it can increase the risk...
How to increase bone density naturally
Bones are the strong frame of your body. They support your weight, help you move, and protect important organs like your heart and brain.
Many...
Simple daily habits that can keep your blood sugar stable
Keeping blood sugar levels stable is very important for people with diabetes and also for anyone who wants to stay healthy. Blood sugar, also...
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Brain Health
Brain swelling in first days after stroke may decide life or death
A stroke is a serious event that happens when the brain does not get enough blood. This can be caused by a blockage or...
Why smoking could cause memory loss
Smoking is widely known to damage the lungs and heart, but its effects on the brain are becoming clearer over time.
Many studies have shown...
A hidden gut signal may decide who gets ALS or dementia
Two serious brain diseases, ALS and Frontotemporal Dementia, have long puzzled scientists. Both conditions damage the brain and nervous system, but their causes are...
New diabetes drug shows strong power to prevent heart attack and stroke
A newly approved drug called sotagliflozin is giving fresh hope to people living with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease. These conditions are very...
Study finds a new cause of dementia in the brain
Dementia is a serious condition that affects millions of people around the world. It slowly damages memory, thinking ability, and the skills needed for...