Health & Wellness
The truth about high-protein diets you need to know
Protein has become one of the most talked-about nutrients in recent years. Many people believe that eating more protein is the key to better...
Early action and smarter treatment for sepsis brings hope for patients
Sepsis is a serious and life-threatening condition that begins with an infection. Instead of fighting the infection normally, the body reacts too strongly and...
Scientists discover overlooked causes of mental illness in the brain
Mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder are complex and not fully understood.
For a long time, researchers believed that genes and proteins were...
Your walking speed can predict how long you live very effectively
Many people think that predicting health risks requires complex medical tests, such as blood pressure checks, cholesterol levels, or expensive scans.
These tests are important,...
Could vaping cause cancer?
E-cigarettes have become very common in recent years. Many people use them instead of traditional cigarettes because they believe they are less harmful. Some...
Why traveling may be one of the best things you can do for your...
Many people think of travel as something fun, a way to relax, see new places, and take a break from daily life. However, new...
A simple scan may replace costly tests for breast cancer treatment
For many people diagnosed with early breast cancer, one big question comes after surgery: should they have chemotherapy or not? This decision is not...
Why cold temperatures could be more dangerous for your heart than heat
Cold weather may pose a greater threat to heart health than many people realize.
A new study suggests that lower temperatures are linked to a...
Short bursts of sport could still prevent death and diseases
Many people believe that staying healthy requires long hours at the gym, but new research suggests this may not be true.
A large study published...
Tiny fiber sensors could detect cancer early by reading multiple signals
Scientists have developed a new type of microscopic sensor that could change how diseases like cancer are detected and monitored.
These sensors are incredibly small—about...
This smart bedsheet could stop painful pressure injuries before they start
Long hospital stays can be difficult, and for many patients, they come with a hidden danger: pressure injuries.
These painful sores form when someone stays...
The four types of dementia most people don’t know exist
What most people think of when they hear the word “dementia” is memory problems and forgetfulness. But what people often don’t know is that...
Tiny proteins inside your cells may explain why the Mediterranean diet is so healthy
For many years, doctors have recommended the Mediterranean diet as a way to stay healthy.
This diet includes foods like olive oil, fish, vegetables, fruits,...
Replacing TV time with reading or desk work may lower dementia risk
Many people worry about sitting too much, especially as they get older. Sitting for long hours has been linked to many health problems, including...
Collagen supplements can help your skin and joints, large new study finds
Collagen supplements have become one of the bestselling products in the wellness industry, promising everything from smoother skin to stronger joints. But do they...
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Brain Health
The four types of dementia most people don’t know exist
What most people think of when they hear the word “dementia” is memory problems and forgetfulness. But what people often don’t know is that...
Replacing TV time with reading or desk work may lower dementia risk
Many people worry about sitting too much, especially as they get older. Sitting for long hours has been linked to many health problems, including...
Your gut may hold the key to preventing memory loss
A growing body of research suggests that diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia may not begin in the brain as once believed.
Instead, they may start...
New study links gum health to Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is usually known for memory loss and confusion. It is a condition that slowly damages the brain and affects thinking, behavior, and...
Even short-term steroid use may affect memory function
Steroids are commonly used medicines that help reduce inflammation in the body. Doctors often prescribe them for conditions such as asthma, allergies, arthritis, and...