Health & Wellness
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...
New diabetes drug shows bigger weight loss and blood sugar benefits than Ozempic-like treatment
A new research review has found that a diabetes drug called Tirzepatide may work better than another well-known drug, Semaglutide, for lowering blood sugar...
New finding could lead to safer treatments for high blood pressure
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world. In the United States alone, more than 116 million adults...
Muscle-building steroids may trigger dangerous heart problems in young men
A new international study has raised serious concerns about the use of anabolic steroids and their effects on heart health, especially in young men.
Researchers...
The worst and best fats for people with high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. Millions of people live with the condition,...
A constipation drug may help treat chronic kidney disease
Chronic kidney disease, also known as CKD, is a major health problem that affects millions of people around the world. The kidneys play a...
Why millions of people with diabetes trust drug metformin
Metformin is one of the world’s most widely used medicines for type 2 diabetes. Doctors have prescribed it for decades, and for many people...
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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...