Health & Wellness
Widely used drugs during pregnancy may raise autism risk
Many women need to take medications during pregnancy to manage health conditions such as anxiety, depression, or heart problems. These treatments are often necessary...
Study finds new hope for depression treatment
Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects people all over the world. It is more than just feeling sad for a short...
What diet can help you live 100 years?
Many people believe that living to a very old age is mostly about genetics. If your parents lived a long life, you might expect...
Why losing sense of smell may be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease
Many people think memory loss is the first sign of Alzheimer’s disease, but scientists have known for some time that this is not always...
Scientists discover a new weak spot in pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous cancers in the world. It is often called a “silent” disease because it is very hard...
Why some younger adults get dementia
Dementia is often seen as a condition that mainly affects older people. Many people think it is a normal part of getting old. But...
Common painkiller may harm kidneys when taken with blood pressure drugs
High blood pressure is a very common health problem around the world. Many people take daily medications to keep their blood pressure under control...
Dangerous blood pressure crises are rising in older people, study finds
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world, especially among older adults.
It is often called a “silent condition”...
A simple nutrient may protect the brain from Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common causes of memory loss in older adults. It slowly damages the brain and makes it harder...
How to stop a heart attack
A heart attack is a serious medical emergency that happens when blood flow to part of the heart suddenly stops. This usually occurs because...
People with diabetes may face higher risk of painful frozen shoulder
Frozen shoulder is a condition that can make everyday life very difficult. It causes strong pain and stiffness in the shoulder, making it hard...
Popular blood pressure pill may harm potassium level and kidney health
A widely used medicine for high blood pressure is now being looked at more closely after new research found it may cause more side...
A simple breakfast change could control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
Managing blood sugar is one of the biggest daily challenges for people living with Type 2 Diabetes. After eating, blood sugar levels can rise...
Scientists find how to ‘clean’ the aging brain and slow Alzheimer’s
Many serious brain diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease, are linked to the buildup of harmful waste inside the brain.
Some scientists even...
Common blood pressure drug may not be the best choice, large study finds
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health conditions in the world.
It affects millions of people and is...
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Brain Health
Why losing sense of smell may be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease
Many people think memory loss is the first sign of Alzheimer’s disease, but scientists have known for some time that this is not always...
Why some younger adults get dementia
Dementia is often seen as a condition that mainly affects older people. Many people think it is a normal part of getting old. But...
A simple nutrient may protect the brain from Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common causes of memory loss in older adults. It slowly damages the brain and makes it harder...
Scientists find how to ‘clean’ the aging brain and slow Alzheimer’s
Many serious brain diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease, are linked to the buildup of harmful waste inside the brain.
Some scientists even...
Study finds a surprising cause of Alzheimer’s disease
As people grow older, their bodies go through many changes at the smallest level. Inside each cell, tiny changes in DNA slowly build up...