Health & Wellness
Could Your Genes Link Heart Health to Dementia Risk?
Scientists have long known that heart health and brain health are closely connected. Conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, and heart disease...
Scientists Discover Two Different Types of Autism Hidden Inside the Brain
Autism has long been viewed as a single condition with a wide range of symptoms and abilities. Some autistic people need significant daily support,...
This Tomato-Soy Drink May Calm Harmful Inflammation
Inflammation is a natural part of the body's defense system. When a person gets injured or develops an infection, the immune system creates inflammation...
Mom driving kids home from camp senses something is wrong and pulls over –...
On a Monday in July 2022, Claudia Davis DiDomenico returned to the workplace for the first time in a decade.
She’d taken a fundraising job...
New Blood Test Could Spot Lung Cancer Years Before It Starts
Lung cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer deaths worldwide. One reason it is so deadly is that it is often discovered...
Heart attack and cardiac arrest survivor had one goal: Get back and finish the...
Patrick Raycraft was happy to have a day to himself. As a photojournalist for a daily newspaper, he was always on the go, often...
One-Time Gene Edit Lowers ‘Bad’ Cholesterol by Up To 62%
For millions of people, managing high cholesterol means taking medication every day.
Doctors often prescribe statins or other cholesterol-lowering treatments to help reduce the risk...
A Common Vitamin Deficiency May Cause Fatigue
Many people feel tired much of the time.
Modern life often involves long work hours, family responsibilities, financial pressures, and constant digital distractions. Because of...
Which Blood Pressure Drug is the Most Tolerated?
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world.
According to the World Health Organization, around 1.4 billion people were...
Researchers Find Big Cause of Brain Inflammation in Alzheimer’s
For many years, scientists have known that inflammation plays a major role in Alzheimer’s disease.
Brain scans, laboratory studies, and patient samples have repeatedly shown...
Early Warning Signs That Heart Failure Is Developing
Heart failure is a common but serious medical condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
Despite its name, heart failure does not mean that the...
Simple Eye Scan Could Reveal Your Risk of High Blood Pressure and Heart Disease
Scientists have long known that the eyes can provide important clues about a person’s health.
Eye doctors can sometimes spot signs of diabetes, high blood...
This Persistent Cough Could Be a Warning Sign of Heart Failure
When most people think about heart disease, they usually picture symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, or extreme tiredness.
However, one important warning...
Common Blood Pressure Drug May Increase Vision Loss Risk
Millions of people around the world take medication every day to control high blood pressure and reduce their risk of heart attacks and strokes.
One...
How Blood Pressure Drugs Can Affect Men’s Health
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems affecting men around the world.
Often called the "silent killer," it can damage the...
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Brain Health
Could Your Genes Link Heart Health to Dementia Risk?
Scientists have long known that heart health and brain health are closely connected. Conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, and heart disease...
Mom driving kids home from camp senses something is wrong and pulls over –...
On a Monday in July 2022, Claudia Davis DiDomenico returned to the workplace for the first time in a decade.
She’d taken a fundraising job...
Researchers Find Big Cause of Brain Inflammation in Alzheimer’s
For many years, scientists have known that inflammation plays a major role in Alzheimer’s disease.
Brain scans, laboratory studies, and patient samples have repeatedly shown...
Can a Healthy Lifestyle Beat Your Dementia Genes?
Many people worry about dementia because they have seen its effects on parents, grandparents, or other loved ones.
Dementia can gradually steal memories, affect decision-making,...
Common Flu Drugs May Slow Cognitive Decline
People living with HIV are now living much longer than they did in the past, thanks to highly effective antiretroviral treatments.
These medicines can keep...