This sleep hormone supplement may protect memory function

As people grow older, many begin to notice changes in their memory. They may forget names more easily, misplace objects, or struggle to recall...

A simple vitamin mix may help stop a major cause of blindness

Glaucoma is one of the most common causes of blindness around the world. The disease slowly damages the optic nerve, which is the nerve...

Common blood pressure drug may not be the best choice

High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world. Millions of people take medicine every day to keep their...

Cholesterol drugs may do more than protect the heart, study shows

Cholesterol is a fatty substance that travels through the bloodstream. Although it often gets a bad reputation, cholesterol is actually essential for the body. It...

Lab-grown ‘mini-brains’ show new cause of autism

Scientists from Mayo Clinic and Yale University have made an important discovery that may help explain how autism spectrum disorder begins in the very...

Hidden hormone may cause high blood pressure in millions, study shows

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. Doctors estimate that more than 1.5...

Simple blood test may help detect hidden testicular cancer after surgery

Testicular cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting young men, especially those between the ages of 20 and 40. Although it is usually...

How simple lifestyle changes can still reverse your heart disease risk

Many people grow up hearing that healthy habits help prevent heart disease. But what happens if you already have high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes,...

Popular weight‑loss drugs may help the heart heal after a heart attack

Drugs originally developed to help people lose weight and control blood sugar may also help the heart recover after a heart attack, according to...

Why Alzheimer’s patients lose sleep years before memory problems begin

Sleep problems are one of the earliest and most troubling symptoms reported by people who later develop Alzheimer’s disease. Many individuals begin to experience restless...