Health & Wellness
Why overactive bladder is so common in people with diabetes
Overactive bladder is a condition that many people find embarrassing or difficult to talk about, yet it affects millions of adults around the world.
People...
New blood test may catch liver cancer recurrence earlier
Doctors may soon be able to detect returning liver cancer earlier and with less stress for patients, thanks to a personalized blood test known...
Damaged kidneys may send harmful signals to the heart
Scientists have made an important discovery about why many people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) die from heart-related problems.
A new study shows that damaged...
Why people with high blood pressure avoid checking it at home
Despite guidelines recommending regular at-home blood pressure checks, most people with high blood pressure aren’t checking as often as they should—even when they’re given...
Korean ginseng compound can help fight hair loss
A new study led by Professor Tae-Gyu Lim from Sejong University in South Korea has found that a natural ingredient found only in Korean...
Why heart risk grows the longer you have type 2 diabetes
People with type 2 diabetes often face an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. But a new study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden...
Study finds why some wounds refuse to heal
Chronic wounds, like diabetic foot ulcers, are a growing problem around the world. They often last for months or even years, putting people at...
Blood sugar spikes after meals may raise Alzheimer’s risk
New research from the University of Liverpool suggests that sharp rises in blood sugar after meals may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
These...
Alcohol may increase risk of colorectal and rectal cancer
Drinking too much alcohol can raise the risk of many health problems—and new research shows it may be strongly linked to colorectal cancer, especially...
People with autism show facial emotions differently
A new study shows that autistic and non-autistic people may express their emotions using different facial movements. This may help explain why they sometimes...
Heart attack vs. heart failure: what’s the difference?
Heart attack and heart failure are two serious health problems that affect the heart. People often confuse them, but they are not the same.
They...
What to drink (and avoid) to help lower high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem that can lead to serious issues like heart disease or stroke if not managed...
These personality traits may protect you from Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia in older adults. It slowly damages the brain, especially the parts that control memory.
While health...
How scientists might stop chronic inflammation and fight aging
Chronic inflammation is a serious health problem that can silently damage the body over time. Unlike short-term inflammation, which helps the body heal from...
Can some mental health drugs make depression worse?
A new study from Rutgers University and Columbia University has found something worrying. It shows that some people with depression may face a higher...
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Brain Health
Could cancer help protect against Alzheimer’s?
Cancer and Alzheimer's disease are two of the most common illnesses that affect older adults.
But for years, doctors have noticed something surprising: people who...
Blood sugar spikes after meals may raise Alzheimer’s risk
New research from the University of Liverpool suggests that sharp rises in blood sugar after meals may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
These...
These personality traits may protect you from Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia in older adults. It slowly damages the brain, especially the parts that control memory.
While health...
Millions with dementia still prescribed drugs linked to falls and confusion
Despite medical guidelines warning against their use, brain-altering drugs that can cause falls, confusion, and hospitalizations are still frequently prescribed to people with dementia.
A...
Scientists find how to treat Alzheimer’s without harming the brain
A new study from USC Stem Cell researchers offers fresh hope in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.
Instead of focusing on reducing a brain chemical...