Scientists find a way to detect dementia faster
Dementia could be spotted sooner and more easily by analyzing recordings of patients' electrical brain activity using artificial intelligence.
People with PTSD less likely to survive COVID-19
Patients with COVID-19 who also had PTSD were more likely to die or be hospitalized than those without a psychiatric disorder.
Research set 80-80-80 target for American high blood pressure policy
Hypertension, also known as chronic high blood pressure, is a leading cause of heart disease, which kills many people around the world every day.
In a recent...
Scientists find important causes of gum diseases and tooth decay
A recent study from Umeå University in Sweden found that hereditary traits and factors such as obesity, education, and personality could play a role...
Common blood pressure drug may increase risk of sudden cardiac arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest is a sudden loss of blood flow when the heart fails to effectively pump. This disease causes around half of the...
Commonly used painkiller may lead to low blood sugar
In a study from the University of California San Diego, scientists found popular pain drug opioid tramadol (marketed as ConZip and Ultram) may increase...
Berries, apples and tea may help prevent Alzheimer’s
In a study from Tufts University, scientists found older adults who consumed small amounts of flavonoid-rich foods, such as berries, apples and tea, were...
Avocados are good for your heart health
Avocados contain high amounts of fiber, potassium, magnesium, folate, vitamin C and vitamin K.
The fruit is a known source of healthy, unsaturated fats and...
Winter holidays bring more heart attack deaths
Being aware of this annual phenomenon and taking a few important, heart-healthy steps may save lives.
How to deal with bad air quality
Even though you can’t see it, the air you breathe can affect your health.