Health & Wellness
Could an “exercise pill” treat depression without working out?
Many people have experienced the mood boost and mental clarity that follow a good workout.
Research shows that exercise can significantly reduce symptoms of depression,...
How to live to reduce breast cancer risk
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in the United States, and it affects hundreds of thousands of families every year.
In...
Cannabis use may increase risks of psychotic disorders and bipolar disorders
Cannabis is often seen by many teenagers as harmless, especially as laws change and the drug becomes more widely available in some places.
However, scientists...
Why women often suffer longer from chronic pain
Chronic pain is a serious health problem that affects millions of people around the world. Unlike the sharp pain you feel after an injury...
Simple diet change could help reverse insulin resistance
Scientists from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine have found that a plant-based diet may help overweight individuals lose weight and reduce insulin resistance.
The...
Sleep loss may increase risk of heart rhythm disorders
Getting enough sleep is often sacrificed by busy workers trying to balance careers, family responsibilities, and daily stress. However, new research suggests that cutting...
Weight‑loss drug may cut alcohol use in half
For the first time, scientists have shown that tirzepatide—the main ingredient in the diabetes and weight‑loss drug Mounjaro—can reduce alcohol intake and relapse‑like drinking...
Two-drug combo may protect kidneys better in diabetes
Chronic kidney disease is a serious condition in which the kidneys gradually lose their ability to filter waste and extra fluid from the blood.
This...
Common painkillers linked to antibiotic resistance
Antibiotics have saved millions of lives by treating infections that were once deadly. However, bacteria are becoming increasingly resistant to these drugs, making some...
Chronic kidney disease may increase dementia risk
Chronic kidney disease, often called CKD, is a long-term condition in which the kidneys slowly lose their ability to filter waste and extra fluid...
Traffic pollution may increase breast cancer risk
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women, and understanding what increases the risk has been a major focus of medical...
Carbs in daily meals could affect your lung cancer risk
Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death worldwide, and it is often linked to smoking. However, scientists are learning that...
Common blood pressure drug linked to sudden cardiac arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the most dangerous medical emergencies. It happens when the heart suddenly stops beating in a normal way and...
A simple pill may help people avoid painful joint replacement surgery
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint diseases in the world, especially among older adults. It affects millions of people and can make...
Daily foods that quietly harm your blood pressure health
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a very common health problem, especially as people get older. Many people do not notice any symptoms,...
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Brain Health
Chronic kidney disease may increase dementia risk
Chronic kidney disease, often called CKD, is a long-term condition in which the kidneys slowly lose their ability to filter waste and extra fluid...
Study finds a big cause of autism, Alzheimer’s and schizophrenia
In recent years, scientists have learned a lot more about mental health conditions such as autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers now know that changes...
This overlooked blood pressure number could predict stroke and dementia
Scientists at the University of Miami have discovered an important clue about how blood pressure may affect the brain as people age.
Their research suggests...
Scientists discover early Alzheimer’s warning signs in eyes
Scientists have long said that the eyes are a window to the brain, but new research suggests they may also offer an early warning...
New heart device could lower stroke risk in people with irregular heartbeat
Atrial fibrillation, commonly called AFib, affects about 10.5 million Americans and significantly increases the risk of stroke.
The condition causes the heart to beat irregularly,...