Health & Wellness
High-fiber diet may cut risk of heart disease in night shift workers
Working at night keeps hospitals running, factories open, and essential services available around the clock.
However, the human body is naturally designed to be awake...
Mental health issues after a cancer diagnosis may affect death risk
A new study has found that adults who develop mental health problems soon after being diagnosed with cancer may face a higher risk of...
AI-boosted electronic nose could catch ovarian cancer early
A new study suggests that a machine designed to copy the human sense of smell could one day help doctors detect ovarian cancer much...
A simple heart test could prevent sudden death in those under age 35
Sudden cardiac death in young people is rare but deeply shocking because it often strikes without warning.
Many victims appear healthy and may not even...
Why silencing bacteria can cause danger in heart infections
For many years, scientists believed that stopping bacteria from communicating with each other could help treat infections.
The idea seemed simple: if bacteria cannot “talk,”...
AI smart t‑shirt could detect hidden heart disease early
A new invention from scientists at Imperial College London could change the way heart diseases are detected in everyday life.
Researchers are developing a smart...
AI may spot schizophrenia and bipolar disorder years earlier
Schizophrenia and bipolar disorder are serious mental health conditions that often begin in late teenage years or early adulthood. These illnesses can deeply affect...
Scientists discover big cause of motor decline in older people
As people grow older, many notice that their balance is not as steady as it used to be. Walking may become slower, climbing stairs...
AI chatbots may worse mental diseases
A new study has raised concerns about how artificial intelligence chatbots may affect people living with mental illness.
Researchers looked at electronic health records from...
Many older people given risky mental health drugs without official approval
A new large study from Finland has revealed that many older adults are being prescribed strong psychiatric medications for reasons not officially approved by...
Why less artery plaque does not mean lower heart risk for women
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women around the world. For many years, people believed that women were...
Heavy cannabis use may increase death risk in colon cancer
Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world and a major cause of death. Doctors have made progress in early...
Why checking blood pressure at home could save your heart
Monitoring your blood pressure at home is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your health if you have hypertension,...
A way to help damaged brain cells recover in Parkinson’s
Scientists at Stanford Medicine have discovered a promising new approach that could help protect and possibly restore brain cells damaged by a form of...
A common childhood virus returns later in life — and may trigger heart attacks...
Shingles is a painful illness that many people recognize because of the burning rash it causes on the skin. It is caused by the...
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Brain Health
Scientists discover big cause of motor decline in older people
As people grow older, many notice that their balance is not as steady as it used to be. Walking may become slower, climbing stairs...
A common childhood virus returns later in life — and may trigger heart attacks...
Shingles is a painful illness that many people recognize because of the burning rash it causes on the skin. It is caused by the...
These daily drugs may quietly harm your memory function
When you take medicine for problems like allergies, high blood pressure, or bladder trouble, you trust that it will help you feel better. Medicines...
Two common blood pressure drugs can both prevent heart attack, stroke
A large long-term study has provided new information about two widely used medications for high blood pressure, offering important guidance for both doctors and...
A tiny finger-prick test may detect Alzheimer’s years before symptoms
Alzheimer’s disease is a growing concern as people live longer around the world. It slowly damages memory, thinking, and behavior, making everyday life difficult...