Health & Wellness
Weekend binge drinking may be more dangerous than you think
Many people believe that as long as they drink lightly most of the time, having a few heavy drinking nights on weekends is harmless....
Stroke may make parts of the brain look ‘younger’, study finds
Stroke is a serious medical condition that happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or reduced. This can damage brain...
A very-low-carb diet may be more beneficial than a popular heart-healthy diet
Many adults today face serious health problems such as high blood pressure, prediabetes, or type 2 diabetes. These conditions are even more common among...
Your ZIP code may age you faster than you think
Your address may tell more about your health than your habits. A new study from the NYU School of Global Public Health has found...
A simple blood test could detect multiple cancers and other diseases
Scientists at UCLA have developed a new type of blood test that could make it easier and cheaper to detect cancer and other diseases...
Cannabis compound may protect the brain from Alzheimer’s, study finds
A new study is offering fresh hope in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease, one of the most challenging brain conditions affecting millions of people...
Cannabis and tobacco may shrink key brain areas, study finds
Smoking and drug use are often discussed in terms of lung health or addiction, but a new study shows that these habits may also...
New drug could fight hard-to-treat high blood pressure
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world. It affects about 1.3 billion people and is a major...
Alcohol use may cause brain warning signs years before dementia
Drinking alcohol is part of daily life for many people, but when it becomes excessive and long-lasting, it can lead to serious health problems....
Is prostate cancer blood test really helpful?
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men in the United Kingdom. Because of this, many men look for ways to detect...
Popular cholesterol drugs may bring kidney risks
Statins are some of the most commonly used medicines in the world. Doctors often prescribe them to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of...
Can red onion skin help lower blood pressure? scientists find a surprising benefit
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health problem that affects millions of people around the world. It increases the risk...
Common diabetes drug may reduce death risk in older people
Metformin is one of the most widely used medicines for people with type 2 diabetes. For many years, it has been known as a...
Can potatoes make your blood pressure higher?
Potatoes are one of the most common foods in the world. Many people enjoy them in different ways, from mashed potatoes to crispy fries.
Over...
Too much thyroid hormone may quietly harm brain in older people
The thyroid is a small gland in the neck, but it plays a very important role in the body. It produces hormones that help...
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Brain Health
Stroke may make parts of the brain look ‘younger’, study finds
Stroke is a serious medical condition that happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or reduced. This can damage brain...
Your ZIP code may age you faster than you think
Your address may tell more about your health than your habits. A new study from the NYU School of Global Public Health has found...
Cannabis compound may protect the brain from Alzheimer’s, study finds
A new study is offering fresh hope in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease, one of the most challenging brain conditions affecting millions of people...
Alcohol use may cause brain warning signs years before dementia
Drinking alcohol is part of daily life for many people, but when it becomes excessive and long-lasting, it can lead to serious health problems....
Untreated high blood pressure may raise Alzheimer’s risk in older people
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is very common in older adults. Many people think of it mainly as a risk for heart...