Unexpected weight loss in midlife may signal dementia risk
Dementia is a serious global health problem. Right now, about 50 million people have dementia, and that number is expected to rise to over...
Deaths from kidney disease caused by high blood pressure rise nearly 50%
Deaths linked to kidney disease caused by high blood pressure have risen sharply in the United States, according to new research presented at the...
Blood sugar swings may signal more severe heart attack damage
A new study by Brazilian researchers has found that variations in blood sugar levels may help predict how much damage a heart attack causes,...
Study finds big cause of loss of smell in Alzheimer’s
A fading sense of smell may be one of the first warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, even before memory problems appear.
New research from scientists...
Could everyday blood pressure drugs harm your memory?
Many of us take medicine to treat things like colds, allergies, or high blood pressure.
But did you know that some of these common drugs...
This dry fruit may help lower blood pressure, prevent heart disease
Prunes are dried plums that are naturally sweet, chewy, and free from added sugar.
They are packed with important nutrients like vitamin B6, manganese, and...
Scientists find major cause of early dementia
Many people think dementia only affects older adults, but that’s not always true.
While most cases do happen in people over 65, a smaller group...
Shingles vaccine may prevent heart attack and stroke
Shingles is a painful skin condition that many people don’t expect to face later in life. But for those who’ve had chickenpox as a...
Intensive blood pressure treatment may prevent strokes in older people
High blood pressure is often called a “silent killer.”
This is because most people don’t feel sick when they have it, but it can still...
This common pill may help you avoid surgery for joint pain
Good news for people dealing with joint pain! A new study suggests that a common pill called colchicine might lower the chances of needing...