How to protect your heart during cold winter weather
When winter storms roll in, we often prepare by stocking up on groceries, charging our phones, and piling up firewood. But there’s something else...
Could sleeping without a pillow help prevent vision loss?
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of permanent blindness in the world. It damages the optic nerve, often without warning, and once the...
Dozens of blood proteins linked to prostate cancer risk
A new large-scale study has identified many blood proteins linked to prostate cancer risk, including both common markers across populations and ones unique to...
Cutting salt in everyday foods could save your blood pressure
Two new studies from France and the United Kingdom have found that lowering the amount of salt in packaged and prepared foods could help...
Inflammation and autoimmune-like dysfunction may be fueling heart failure
Heart failure is a serious condition that affects millions of people. It happens when the heart muscle becomes weak or damaged, often after a...
Grandparenting may slow cognitive decline, study finds
Looking after grandchildren might be more than just a helpful act for the family—it could also protect the brain health of grandparents.
A new study...
Most Americans don’t know there are more cholesterol drugs than just statins
High cholesterol is one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease and stroke. These are the leading causes of death around the world.
While...
This health problem is a strong cause of dementia
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, is a brain condition caused by repeated hits to the head. It has long been linked to professional athletes...
Common drug could reduce hand pain in osteoarthritis
Have you or someone you know ever felt a constant ache or stiffness in your hands—pain that makes it hard to do simple things...
Worst exercise for people with high blood pressure
Exercise is a great way to help lower high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. It helps your heart grow stronger, improves blood flow,...