These two things affect risk of leg amputations in people with diabetes
If you have diabetes, did you know that your relationship status and gender might affect your risk of having a leg amputation below the...
Scientists find a new cause of autism in the brain
Autism is a condition that makes it hard for some people to communicate and interact with others.
It's something that usually starts to show in...
How air pollution in Irvine may speed up Alzheimer’s
The Growing Concern: Traffic Air Pollution and Your Brain
We often worry about air pollution's impact on our lungs and even our skin, but what...
Scientists find an important cause of heart damage
Heart disease is America's number-one killer. Despite advances in medicine like pills to control blood pressure and diabetes, or aspirin and cholesterol-lowering drugs, heart...
Drinking coffee may help lower risk of fatty liver disease
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition where fat builds up in your liver, and it's not caused by drinking alcohol. Rather, it's...
Living alone can be dangerous for people with cognitive decline
Many older Americans with dementia or mild cognitive impairment live alone, facing risks like wandering, medication confusion, and missing doctor's appointments.
A recent study suggests...
People with heart disease less likely to use health tracking apps
A recent study from Yale reveals that while many U.S. adults at risk for heart disease use smart devices like smartphones and tablets to...
Secondhand smoke is a surprising source of lead in children
It's common knowledge that exposure to lead can harm children's health. In efforts to protect youngsters, authorities have removed lead-based paint, phased out leaded...
Scientists show that common high blood pressure drug may not be the best choice
High blood pressure is a silent challenge many individuals grapple with. However, the path to its effective treatment remains shrouded in ambiguity, with doctors...
Why inflammation might make you scroll more on social media
Social media has become an integral part of our daily lives.
While we often think of our mood or boredom as the reason we check...