Health & Wellness
I’m a kidney surgeon. Here’s why I hope I never see you
As a urological surgeon, I meet many patients with chronic (long-term) kidney disease.
Sometimes, I see patients that have progressed to the point where their...
High blood pressure in your 30s could harm your heart years later, study warns
Many people believe that high blood pressure is only a concern for older adults. However, new research suggests that blood pressure levels in your...
Why some people develop depression in chronic pain while others don’t
Chronic pain is a long-lasting condition that affects millions of people around the world. It can come from many causes, such as nerve damage,...
AI could help detect hidden heart failure earlier
Heart failure is a serious condition that affects millions of people around the world. It happens when the heart cannot pump blood as well...
A surprising arthritis drug may help restore motivation in depression
Many people who live with depression say that the hardest part is not just feeling sad, but feeling stuck. Simple tasks like getting out...
New weight loss pill may help burn fat without diet or exercise
A surprising new study suggests that a drug first designed for brain and blood diseases might also help people lose weight and improve their...
Warning signs of dangerous high blood pressure you must not ignore
Blood pressure is one of the most important measures of your health. It shows how strongly your blood pushes against the walls of your...
Early warning signs of blocked arteries you should never ignore
Heart disease remains one of the top causes of death across the world, and one of the most common types is coronary artery disease.
This...
How often should you check blood pressure at home
Keeping track of your blood pressure at home is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect your health. High blood pressure,...
Common surgery drug used at night may harm heart health
A drug that doctors often use to calm patients before surgery may not be as harmless as once thought, especially when it is given...
This simple vitamin could quiet hidden inflammation and protect your health
Most people know that vitamin D is important for keeping bones strong and supporting the immune system. It helps the body absorb calcium and...
Daytime sleepiness could be an early warning sign of dementia
A new study has found that women in their 80s who become more sleepy during the day over time may face a higher risk...
These everyday vegetables lower blood pressure naturally
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world today. Many people may not even...
Scientists discover a hidden cause of autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease
In recent years, scientists around the world have been trying to better understand mental health conditions such as autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
These conditions...
Lower cholesterol strongly linked to lower dementia risk
A large new study has found that people with naturally lower cholesterol levels may have a much lower risk of developing dementia later in...
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Brain Health
Living in busy cities may lower stroke risk, surprising study shows
Many people believe that living in a busy city is bad for health. Cities are often linked to noise, pollution, traffic, and stress.
Because of...
Daytime sleepiness could be an early warning sign of dementia
A new study has found that women in their 80s who become more sleepy during the day over time may face a higher risk...
Scientists discover a hidden cause of autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease
In recent years, scientists around the world have been trying to better understand mental health conditions such as autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
These conditions...
Lower cholesterol strongly linked to lower dementia risk
A large new study has found that people with naturally lower cholesterol levels may have a much lower risk of developing dementia later in...
Eating more meat may protect these people from Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most feared conditions of aging. It slowly affects memory, thinking, and daily life, and there is still no...