How Sleep and AQP4 Gene Variants May Shape Early Alzheimer’s Brain Change
Scientists have long known that getting enough sleep is important for brain health. Poor sleep has been linked to problems with memory, concentration, and...
Gentle Sound Waves Become a New Way to Heal Aching Joints?
Joint pain and stiffness are becoming increasingly common as populations age.
Millions of people around the world live with painful joints caused by injuries, arthritis,...
Everyday Plastics May Cause Heart Disease Deaths
Plastic products are part of daily life for most people.
We store food in plastic containers, use cosmetics packaged in plastic, and rely on many...
Common Arthritis Supplement Linked to Faster Alzheimer’s Development
For many older adults, glucosamine is a familiar name. The supplement is widely advertised as a way to support joint health and ease pain...
Creatine could help the immune system fight cancer more effectively, study finds
Creatine is best known as a popular supplement used by athletes and bodybuilders to improve strength and performance.
Now, new research from the University of...
New Brain Device Could Help People with Parkinson’s Disease Walk Better
Walking is something most people do without thinking. The brain automatically coordinates movements of the legs, balance, and timing of each step.
For people with...
New Nonsurgical Treatment May Bring Lasting Pain Relief for Knee Arthritis
Knee osteoarthritis is one of the most common causes of pain and disability around the world. The condition develops when the tissues inside the...
Why Most Patients in U.S. Never Reach the Kidney Transplant Waiting List
For people with kidney failure, a kidney transplant can be life-changing. A successful transplant can allow someone to live longer, feel better, and spend...
8 Common Food Additives Linked to High Blood Pressure
Many people pay attention to sugar, salt, and fat when trying to eat a healthy diet. However, there is another group of ingredients that...
Hidden Fat Around Blood Vessels Could Hold the Key to Preventing Heart Disease
When doctors talk about obesity and type 2 diabetes, they often focus on blood sugar levels, body weight, and cholesterol.
Yet one of the greatest...