Could skipping tooth brushing increase your risk of Parkinson’s disease?
Most people think of brushing their teeth as a way to avoid cavities and keep their breath fresh. But new research suggests that oral...
Common gene variant doubles dementia risk in men, study finds
A new study has found that men who carry a common genetic change are twice as likely to develop dementia in their lifetime compared...
New drug could reverse kidney damage, study finds
Acute kidney injury, or AKI, is a dangerous condition that affects many people in hospitals, especially those in intensive care or recovering from serious...
Clogged brain drains may be an early warning sign of Alzheimer’s
Scientists at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore (NTU Singapore) have found a new clue that could help doctors detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier.
They discovered that...
New calculator helps choose the best blood pressure treatment
A powerful new tool could change the way doctors treat high blood pressure. Researchers have developed a Blood Pressure Treatment Efficacy Calculator using data...
Just 10 minutes of intense exercise may lower your cancer risk
As the new year begins, many people are heading back to the gym or trying to become more active after a long break.
While exercise...
Waist size may predict heart failure better than BMI
A new study from Lund University in Malmö, Sweden, suggests that the size of your waist compared to your height could be a better...
Easy breakfast change can help control type 2 diabetes
A new study from the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus shows that changing just one meal—breakfast—can help people with Type 2 diabetes manage...
Common blood pressure drug may increase risk of blinding eye disease
A large study in the United Kingdom has found that a common blood pressure medicine may be linked to a higher risk of developing...
Could eating peanuts affect cancer spread?
Peanuts are a popular snack that many people enjoy. They taste good, are crunchy, and are often seen as a healthy food.
But a new...