Health & Wellness
Scientists discover human heart can regrow cells after heart attack
Groundbreaking research from the University of Sydney, the Baird Institute, and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital has found that the human heart is capable of...
Early treatment can delay rheumatoid arthritis for years
A new study from King’s College London has found that treating people who are at high risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can delay...
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...
New Alzheimer’s drug targets inflammation without harming brain function
A group of researchers has created a promising new compound that may help lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease in people with a certain...
Different dirty air linked to different lung cancer death risks
Lung cancer is one of the most serious and deadly diseases in the world. Every year, millions of people are diagnosed, and many lose...
New drug combo helps control type 2 diabetes for years
Scientists at Thomas Jefferson University have made a discovery that could help many people with Type 2 diabetes.
Their research shows that using two drugs...
Scientists find a surprising cause of stroke
Scientists from the University of California, Irvine, have found a surprising new reason why brain bleeds may happen, especially in older adults. This discovery...
Are these drugs better than aspirin for heart disease prevention?
A new study from the Cardiocentro Ticino Foundation has found that a type of medicine called P2Y12 inhibitors may protect people with heart disease...
How gut health can affect your blood pressure
Did you know that the tiny bacteria living in your gut might affect your blood pressure? Scientists have been studying the gut microbiome, which...
Can coffee benefit or harm your kidney health?
People around the world love coffee. It’s one of the most popular drinks, often used to start the day or keep energy up during...
The best vitamins to stay strong and healthy after 50
As we grow older, our bodies go through many changes. One of those changes is that we need different amounts of certain vitamins to...
The best vegetables to help lower your blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem. If not treated, it can lead to serious issues like heart disease and...
1 in 4 people with type 2 diabetes also have weak bones
A new study from the First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University in China has found that more than one in four people with...
This drug is an alternative to statins to protect heart health
Cholesterol is a natural substance that our bodies need. It helps build cells and make hormones.
But having too much of it, especially a kind...
Blood pressure swings may be linked to memory loss in older people
A new study published in the journal Neurology has found that changes in blood pressure over time may be linked to memory and thinking...
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Brain Health
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...
New Alzheimer’s drug targets inflammation without harming brain function
A group of researchers has created a promising new compound that may help lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease in people with a certain...
Scientists find a surprising cause of stroke
Scientists from the University of California, Irvine, have found a surprising new reason why brain bleeds may happen, especially in older adults. This discovery...
Blood pressure swings may be linked to memory loss in older people
A new study published in the journal Neurology has found that changes in blood pressure over time may be linked to memory and thinking...
How to spot a stroke early and save a life
A stroke happens when something stops the blood from reaching part of the brain. This can happen if a blood vessel gets blocked or...