Health & Wellness
Why some diabetes patients recover better after weight-loss surgery
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living inside the human gut may have far more influence on health than anyone once imagined.
These microscopic organisms...
Your brain can keep improving at any age, even into your 90s
Many people believe that growing older automatically means losing memory, slowing down mentally, and becoming less sharp over time. It is often seen as...
New blood test could help detect testicular cancer earlier
A new study from researchers at Mayo Clinic has found a promising way to improve how doctors detect testicular cancer, especially in cases that...
A slower walk and weaker muscles could be warnings of future stroke
Many people think of stroke as something that happens suddenly without warning. But scientists are increasingly learning that the body may send subtle signals...
Eating more beans and tofu may help prevent high blood pressure
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world today. Millions of people live with it without even knowing...
Could eating eggs help lower Alzheimer’s risk?
Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of families around the world and remains one of the most feared conditions linked to aging. The disease slowly damages...
Exercise is one of the most effective ways to treat Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a long-term condition that affects how people move and think. It happens when certain brain cells slowly stop working.
These cells produce...
Could lithium help prevent future suicide attempts?
Researchers are making important progress in understanding the hidden brain changes linked to suicide risk.
A new study suggests that a medication already used for...
Small changes in driving may reveal cognitive decline years before diagnosis
As people live longer and stay healthier later in life, more older adults are continuing to drive well into their 70s and 80s. In...
Better cognition linked to higher relapse risk in depression
Many people who experience depression also struggle with what is often called “brain fog.” They may forget things more easily, lose concentration, feel mentally...
Blood test predicts age when Alzheimer’s symptoms start
A new study showed that a blood test can estimate when someone will begin to show Alzheimer’s symptoms. This could help researchers better design...
Hidden signs of blocked heart arteries you should never ignore
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death across the world. Millions of people develop heart problems every year, and many do...
Could a common drug help protect older people from dementia?
Scientists are searching urgently for better ways to prevent and treat dementia as the number of people affected continues to rise around the world.
Dementia...
How long can people live with heart failure?
Hearing the words “heart failure” can be frightening for many people. The name itself sounds very serious and may make people think the heart...
Widely used blood pressure drug may harm kidneys and potassium level
A medication that millions of people use to control high blood pressure may carry more risks than doctors once believed.
New research from Columbia University...
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Brain Health
Climate change is quietly increasing stroke risk, experts warn
Many people think of climate change as something that affects the weather, the oceans, or wildlife. However, scientists are now warning that it is...
A slower walk and weaker muscles could be warnings of future stroke
Many people think of stroke as something that happens suddenly without warning. But scientists are increasingly learning that the body may send subtle signals...
Could eating eggs help lower Alzheimer’s risk?
Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of families around the world and remains one of the most feared conditions linked to aging. The disease slowly damages...
Small changes in driving may reveal cognitive decline years before diagnosis
As people live longer and stay healthier later in life, more older adults are continuing to drive well into their 70s and 80s. In...
Blood test predicts age when Alzheimer’s symptoms start
A new study showed that a blood test can estimate when someone will begin to show Alzheimer’s symptoms. This could help researchers better design...