Health & Wellness
This hidden hormone problem may trigger type 2 diabetes
For decades, scientists studying type 2 diabetes have focused mainly on insulin. Insulin is the hormone that helps move sugar out of the blood...
Eating eggs regularly may help lower Alzheimer’s risk
A new study from researchers at Loma Linda University Health suggests that eating eggs regularly may help protect the brain as people grow older.
Scientists...
Personalized brain cancer vaccine may fight against deadly glioblastoma
A new personalized vaccine designed for one of the deadliest forms of brain cancer is giving scientists fresh hope that the immune system may...
Two or three cups of coffee a day may lower dementia risk by 35%
A huge long-term study has found that moderate amounts of caffeinated coffee and tea may help lower the risk of dementia later in life.
Researchers...
Simple diet changes for 4 weeks may reverse biological aging
A new study from the University of Sydney suggests that older adults may be able to improve important signs of aging in as little...
Common blood pressure drug linked to higher risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A study has raised important questions about the safety of a widely used medicine for high blood pressure.
Researchers found that a high dose of...
Popular cholesterol drug may raise kidney risks
Millions of people around the world take cholesterol-lowering medicines every day to protect themselves from heart disease and stroke.
These drugs, known as statins, are...
Tiny organ in the neck may hold the secret to treating high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the biggest health problems in the world. Millions of people live with it every day,...
One simple pill may help people sleep better and protect heart health
Your heart never gets a break. Every second of the day and night, it keeps pumping blood through your body to carry oxygen and...
These common foods could quietly raise your blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in older adults. Many people do not notice any...
Hidden change in blood vessel cells could lead to better heart disease treatments
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death around the world. In the United States alone, coronary artery disease is responsible for...
Common painkiller may be dangerous for people taking blood pressure medicine
High blood pressure is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the world.
Millions of people take daily medicine to keep their blood...
Could eating more strawberries help prevent Alzheimer’s?
A new study from researchers at Rush University suggests that strawberries may do more than simply taste good.
Scientists found that compounds naturally found in...
Scientists discover early warning changes that may trigger pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is considered one of the deadliest forms of cancer in the world. One reason it is so dangerous is that it is...
The best time to take blood pressure medicine may surprise you
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the world.
It affects millions of people and is...
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Brain Health
Powerful new test could detect frontotemporal dementia
Dementia is one of the fastest-growing health problems in the world today.
More than 57 million people are currently living with dementia worldwide, and experts...
Eating eggs regularly may help lower Alzheimer’s risk
A new study from researchers at Loma Linda University Health suggests that eating eggs regularly may help protect the brain as people grow older.
Scientists...
Two or three cups of coffee a day may lower dementia risk by 35%
A huge long-term study has found that moderate amounts of caffeinated coffee and tea may help lower the risk of dementia later in life.
Researchers...
Could eating more strawberries help prevent Alzheimer’s?
A new study from researchers at Rush University suggests that strawberries may do more than simply taste good.
Scientists found that compounds naturally found in...
Scientists turn everyday driving into a new tool for detecting early dementia risk
For many people, driving is something they do without much thought. But behind the wheel, the brain is constantly working.
Drivers must watch traffic, judge...