Later menopause linked to better muscle strength in older women
A new study published in Menopause reveals that the length of a woman's reproductive life span, determined by her age at menarche (first menstruation)...
Poor metabolic health linked to increased dementia risk
A new study conducted by researchers at Oxford Population Health reveals a significant association between poor metabolic health and the risk of developing dementia.
Metabolic...
Neck muscles play big roles in migraine headaches, study finds
Primary headaches, including tension-type headaches and migraines, affect millions of people worldwide. While these headaches are common, their precise underlying causes remain somewhat mysterious.
However,...
Early heart rhythm disorders linked to higher dementia risk
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a heart condition that can have various consequences on a person's health.
A recent study, published in JAMA Network Open, investigated...
Some headache drugs more effective than painkillers to treat migraine
Migraines can be debilitating and finding the right treatment can be a challenge.
A recent study, using data from nearly 300,000 people, has compared various...
New research challenges current guidelines for treating high blood pressure
Researchers at Columbia University have made a significant discovery that challenges current guidelines for treating high blood pressure.
Their study, focusing on two drugs used...
New hope for diabetes patients with heart and kidney risks
Diabetes is a common health problem where the body struggles with using sugar properly. This struggle can lead to too much sugar in the...
New blood test could detect cognitive decline early
Extreme stressors such as childhood neglect, abuse, and psychiatric disorders can lead to various health problems later in life, including depression, anxiety, and cardiovascular...
Early coronary heart disease linked to higher dementia risk
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is a known risk factor for dementia, but new research suggests that the age at which CHD is diagnosed can...
Cannabis may not effectively reduce long-term opioid use
A comprehensive 20-year study conducted in Australia has yielded insights into the relationship between cannabis use and illicit opioid consumption.
The research, led by the...