Health & Wellness
Why childhood stress may raise metabolic syndrome risk in women
A new study from McGill University has uncovered how stress in childhood could lead to serious health problems for some women later in life.
Researchers...
Brain activity offers clues to fatigue and mental health
Feeling tired is something everyone experiences, but science still struggles to measure fatigue in an objective way.
A new international study led by the University...
This kidney sensor can help control blood pressure
Scientists have made an exciting discovery about how our kidneys help control blood pressure. A new study has identified a special "pressure sensor" inside...
What you should know about sudden cardiac arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest can happen without warning, even when someone is active, like playing basketball or walking with friends.
The person may suddenly collapse, pass...
Obesity rapidly speeds up Alzheimer’s symptoms in the brain
Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. It usually develops over many years, long before symptoms become obvious.
Scientists...
Popular blood pressure drug recalled over contamination risk
A common medicine used to treat high blood pressure is being removed from shelves after tests showed that some batches might be contaminated with...
Why people with diabetes must prioritize eye health
Taking care of your eyes is important for everyone, but it's especially important if you have diabetes. Diabetes is a common health condition that...
Too much energy drinks may pose huge stroke risk
Drinking several strong energy drinks every day may lead to a serious stroke, even in people who seem healthy. This warning comes from a...
Cocoa supplement reduces key marker of inflammation and aging
A new study suggests that taking cocoa extract supplements might help lower inflammation and support heart health, especially as we age.
The research comes from...
How the body turns off a hormone that raises blood pressure
Scientists at the University of Virginia have made an important discovery that could lead to better treatments for high blood pressure and kidney disease.
Their...
Common diabetes drug may help boost lifespan in older people
A new study from Stanford University and other research centres has found that a common diabetes medicine called metformin might help with more than...
Steroid use may harm young men’s hearts, study finds
A new study has found that using anabolic steroids could raise the risk of a serious heart problem called atrial fibrillation, especially in young...
Chronic pain treatments that go beyond medication
Chronic pain affects hundreds of millions of people around the world. If pain lasts for more than three months, it is called chronic.
Experts estimate...
Foods that can harm your kidneys
Your kidneys are very important organs. They help clean your blood, remove waste, and control the amount of water and minerals in your body....
Why even a little licorice could harm your blood pressure and heart
Many people enjoy the sweet and unique taste of licorice, whether as candy, tea, or a herbal supplement.
But new research from Linköping University in...
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Brain Health
Obesity rapidly speeds up Alzheimer’s symptoms in the brain
Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. It usually develops over many years, long before symptoms become obvious.
Scientists...
Too much energy drinks may pose huge stroke risk
Drinking several strong energy drinks every day may lead to a serious stroke, even in people who seem healthy. This warning comes from a...
Disrupted your body clock may drive Alzheimer’s disease
People with Alzheimer’s disease often struggle with their daily routines.
They may have trouble sleeping through the night, take frequent naps during the day, or...
Research finds a very early sign of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It slowly damages memory, thinking, and the ability to do everyday...
Common blood pressure drugs may harm your memory function
A new study from the University of California, San Diego has found that some common medications might cause memory problems, especially in older people...