Rare gene error behind baby brain disorder also linked to Parkinson’s and dementia
Scientists have discovered that a rare gene problem, already known to cause a serious brain condition in babies, is also connected to Parkinson’s disease...
Heart attacks and strokes rarely happen without warning, major study finds
A massive international study has found that more than 99% of people who later suffered a heart attack, stroke, or heart failure already had...
How tiny minerals in the body can affect your blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, happens when the force of blood against the walls of your arteries stays too high for too long.
This can...
Scientists find a brain switch to turn off chronic pain
Pain is something we all experience. It’s our body’s way of warning us about danger. For example, when you touch something hot, your body...
Drinking any alcohol amount increases dementia risk, study finds
Drinking any amount of alcohol may increase the risk of developing dementia, according to the largest study to combine observational and genetic data.
The study,...
Doctors urged to ‘prescribe’ exercise for better heart health
The American Heart Association (AHA) has released new advice that could help millions of people improve their heart health.
Instead of giving medicine right away,...
How your weight, blood pressure, and education level could affect Alzheimer’s growth
New research has shown that everyday health and lifestyle choices—like your weight, blood pressure, and level of education—can affect how quickly Alzheimer’s disease gets...
Scientists find the key to lowering blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious health problem that affects more than 116 million adults in the United States.
It makes the heart...
Study finds the real reason behind chronic inflammation
Our immune system works like a personal bodyguard, protecting us every day from infections and injuries.
One of the key tools it uses is something...
How high blood pressure can harm your kidneys and eyes after 60
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is very common in older adults, but many people don’t realize how much damage it can do to their...