Poor sleep and inflammation triple depression risk in older adults, UCLA study finds
Older adults who struggle with insomnia may face more than just restless nights—they could also be at a much higher risk for depression, especially...
Marijuana use linked to higher risk of heart attack
As marijuana becomes legal in more places, questions remain about how safe it really is. Two new studies add to growing evidence that using...
Father’s Alzheimer’s history linked to greater brain changes, study finds
A new study suggests that having a father with Alzheimer’s disease may be linked to more severe changes in the brain than having a...
Why do some autistic people walk differently
Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people's brains develop and function, impacting behavior, communication and socializing.
It can also involve differences in the...
Walking a bit faster could help older adults stay stronger and more independent
A new study suggests that simply walking a little faster could make a big difference in helping older adults stay fit, independent, and healthier.
Frailty,...
New drug could offer a long-term cure for hormone-linked high blood pressure
A promising new drug may finally bring hope to people suffering from a common but often overlooked cause of high blood pressure.
An international team...
Music therapy could bring comfort to dementia patients in hospital wards
A new approach using music therapy is showing promise in helping some of the most vulnerable dementia patients feel less distressed while in hospital.
Researchers...
How regular exercise helps protect your liver by boosting bile acid production
A new study has uncovered how regular aerobic exercise might help prevent fatty liver disease—by encouraging the body to turn cholesterol into bile acids.
This...
Common blood pressure drug may help ease stomach issues in people with autism
A new study from the University of Missouri (Mizzou) suggests that a common blood pressure medication called propranolol might help relieve stomach problems in...
Staying active may reduce risk of hospitalization in heart failure
A new study shows that people with a type of heart failure called HFpEF (heart failure with preserved ejection fraction) are less likely to...