A diabetes drug could help autoimmune diseases
Autoimmune Disorders and T-Cells
Autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus, are diseases where your immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells.
Your immune...
Your thoughts can cause neck and back pain during lifting tasks
Cognitive dissonance, the mental discomfort we feel when we encounter information that conflicts with our beliefs or actions, can cause real physical strain.
Recent research...
Why the oldest-old is free of Alzheimer’s disease
A team led by researchers from the University of California, Irvine has made an interesting discovery about the oldest-old people (those over 90) who...
Full-fat yogurt: A surprising ally in prediabetes management
If you're middle-aged or older and prediabetic, researchers from the University of Vermont have some good news for you: eating full-fat yogurt daily might...
New cause of dementia: Role of astrocyte cells and strategies for prevention
Dementia is a debilitating condition characterized by cognitive decline, including memory loss and difficulty with daily tasks.
Despite its prevalence and impact, there is currently...
Potential kidney harm linked to rosuvastatin, a commonly used cholesterol-lowering drug
A recent study conducted by Johns Hopkins University has raised concerns about the potentially harmful effects of rosuvastatin, a widely prescribed statin drug used...
High blood pressure drug linked to higher risk of deadly heart disease
A recent study conducted by the European Sudden Cardiac Arrest network has discovered a potential connection between a commonly prescribed drug for high blood...
Eye exams may predict Alzheimer’s disease, Duke study finds
A study from the Duke Eye Center suggests that the loss of blood vessels in the retina could signal Alzheimer's disease, paving the way...
A new hope for treating vision loss in people with diabetes
The Problem
Did you know that diabetes can hurt your eyes? It's a truth that many folks don't know about. But it's real.
Nearly 8 million...
Why subjective cognitive decline is a growing health issue among women
Have you thought about your memory lately? According to the CDC, 11% of people over age 45 have Subjective Cognitive Decline.