Health & Wellness
Tanning beds can damage DNA in the entire skin surface
Tanning beds are once again raising serious health concerns, and a new study has revealed just how harmful they can be.
Scientists from Northwestern Medicine...
Reversing prediabetes can cut heart disease risk in half
Lowering blood sugar levels to normal may cut the risk of serious heart problems by more than half in people with prediabetes, according to...
Hormone therapy may be safe for women with cancer genes, study finds
Women who carry BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutations often worry about getting breast or ovarian cancer.
These mutations can significantly increase their risk. To reduce...
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...
How common painkillers may harm your heart, kidneys, and more
Painkillers are medicines that many people use to feel better when they have pain. They are often used for short-term pain, like after an...
Surprising cause of chronic kidney disease discovered by scientists
Our kidneys work quietly behind the scenes every day, helping to keep us alive and well.
These amazing organs act like a full-time cleaning team,...
Research shows big cause of cavities and gum diseases
Tooth decay and gum disease affect millions of people all over the world. These problems are not only painful but can also lead to...
Women taking this blood pressure drugs may have higher heart failure risk
A new study from the University of Bologna has raised concerns about the safety of beta-blockers, especially for women with high blood pressure but...
This eating schedule may help prevent type 2 diabetes
Many people have heard that eating three meals a day with a few snacks is the best way to stay healthy.
But new research says...
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...
How blood pressure drugs could help people with advanced liver disease
Chronic liver damage is a serious health problem. When the liver gets damaged over time, it can become scarred. This scarring can block the...
The root cause of depression you need to know
Depression is a serious mental health issue that affects millions of people around the world. It’s more than just feeling sad or having a...
This knee pain treatment works best for older people
Knee pain is a common problem, especially for people over 50. A new study from MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has found a treatment that...
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...
This common food ingredient may help cancer spread
A new study has found that a type of fat in many everyday foods might help cancer spread in the body. This fat is...
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Brain Health
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...
AI can spot missed Alzheimer’s diagnoses in medical records
Researchers at UCLA have created a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool that may help find people with undiagnosed Alzheimer’s disease by looking at their...
This blood pressure number critical to stroke prevention, study finds
A new study from the University of Miami has revealed an important link between blood pressure and brain health, especially for people over 50.
The...