Health & Wellness
Your body’s defense system—not the cold virus—may decide how sick you get
A new study has found that when we catch a cold, it's not just the virus that matters—it's how our body responds to it....
New treatment may replace surgery for some breast cancer patients
For many women with early breast cancer, surgery such as mastectomy or lumpectomy can be life-saving.
However, it can also be life-changing in ways that...
Can your diet help prevent stomach cancer?
Can the foods you eat really help prevent stomach cancer? According to Dr. Sharon Shiraga, a surgeon who treats stomach diseases at Keck Medicine...
Just two days of oatmeal can reduce cholesterol level
A short-term diet centered around oats may be more powerful than expected when it comes to lowering cholesterol.
A recent study from the University of...
Surgery beats drugs for type 2 diabetes and weight loss
A new study shows that for adults with type 2 diabetes, surgery is more effective than medication and lifestyle changes for reducing blood sugar...
Shingles vaccine may slow aging in older people, study finds
Getting vaccinated against shingles may do more than just protect older adults from a painful skin condition. A new study from the USC Leonard...
Iron supplement could help fight a dangerous muscle disease
A recent study from Kumamoto University in Japan has found that iron supplements could help reduce muscle damage and improve muscle strength in a...
Your gut microbiome may predict your Alzheimer’s risk
A major new review has found growing evidence that problems in the gut may be linked to memory loss and brain diseases like Alzheimer’s.
The...
Colon cancer is leading cancer killer for Americans under 50
Colon cancer is now the number one cause of cancer deaths in Americans under age 50, taking that position seven years earlier than experts...
Just 24 minutes of music therapy can lower anxiety
A new study has found that listening to specially designed music for just 24 minutes can significantly reduce anxiety. This simple approach could be...
10 heart-healthy foods that help lower high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem.
It can lead to serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. One...
This plant oil fat may trigger spread of cancer
Scientists at IRB Barcelona have found that a type of fat found in palm oil could make cancer more likely to spread in the...
This blood pressure drug may help you live longer
Scientists at the University of Liverpool have made an exciting discovery. They found that a drug called rilmenidine, which is commonly used to treat...
Which drugs work best for chronic nerve pain?
More than 20 million people in the United States suffer from neuropathic pain, which happens when nerves are damaged or don’t work properly.
For about...
Widely used heartburn drugs may harm kidney health
Many people take medications to manage heartburn, acid reflux, or GERD, which can make daily life uncomfortable.
One group of drugs, called proton pump inhibitors...
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Brain Health
Your gut microbiome may predict your Alzheimer’s risk
A major new review has found growing evidence that problems in the gut may be linked to memory loss and brain diseases like Alzheimer’s.
The...
Obesity and high blood pressure can directly cause dementia
A new study has found that obesity and high blood pressure are not just risk factors but direct causes of dementia.
The research, published in...
Blood pressure drugs may help lower dementia risk
A new study has found that taking medicine to control high blood pressure may help lower the risk of dementia in older people. This...
Delayed stroke care may increase disability risk
When a stroke strikes, time is one of the most important factors that decides whether a person can recover or live with long-term disability.
A...
The time of day can make a stroke worse, study finds
A new study by scientists at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) has found that the severity of a stroke can depend on...