Herpes virus can strongly hurt your immune system
In a new study from the University of Córdoba, researchers found a common herpes virus can accelerate the decline of the immune system and...
Statin drugs linked to greater risk of type 2 diabetes
In a recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine, researchers found for individuals with diabetes, statin initiation is linked to diabetes progression.
The study is from...
Plastics linked to heart disease and high cholesterol
Plastics, part of modern life, are useful but can pose a significant challenge to the environment and may also constitute a health concern.
Indeed, exposure...
Massive heart attack puts 52-year-old on path to better health
Michael Capalbo was standing in an aisle at the pharmacy chain where he was a manager when he felt an intense burning sensation raging...
This drug could help lower obesity, fatty liver, improve your heart health
In a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, researchers found that a drug first developed to treat Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia and sickle...
For people with heart disease, more physical activity may be better
Moderate to vigorous physical activity is linked to risk reductions of non-communicable diseases and mortality.
In a new study from Radboud University, researchers found that...
She had a heart attack on the way to her wedding — and recently...
Four hours into a nearly six-hour flight from Seattle to Mexico, Sara Metz felt overly anxious – far more than the usual jitters of...
Irregular heartbeat linked to frequent alcohol drinking in people under 40
In a new study from Seoul National University Hospital, researchers found moderate to heavy drinking over an extended period may increase the risk of...
These foods may increase risk of a second heart attack or stroke
Ultra-processed foods are a major public health concern for their harm on health.
In a new study from I.R.C.C.S. Neuromed in Pozzilli (Italy), researchers examined...
‘Good cholesterol’ may benefit your liver health
The body’s so-called good cholesterol may be even better than we realize.
In a recent study published in Science, researchers found that one type of...