Morning exercise and moving breaks help lower blood pressure in older people
From the University of Western Australia, a fresh study has surfaced.
The researchers have discovered something interesting - a bit of morning exercise helps lower...
High five for low scores: lower blood pressure isn’t as bad as we thought
To start with, let's talk about blood pressure. You've seen those two numbers on the screen when you get your blood pressure checked, right?
The...
Blood pressure, cholesterol and Alzheimer’s: the not-so-funny connection
To start with, let's briefly talk about Alzheimer's disease. It's a type of brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior.
And sadly, it's quite...
A new twist in the tale: ‘rogue’ immune cells and autoimmune diseases
Autoimmune diseases and leukemia - two seemingly distinct conditions - might have more in common than we previously thought.
These illnesses occur when our body's...
A deeper look into the brains of people with Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's disease is a serious, progressive brain disorder. It affects balance, and speech, and can make your hands shake uncontrollably.
There's no cure yet, although...
Single dose of HPV vaccine can prevent cancer effectively, studies confirm
Approximately 80% of individuals will contract the human papillomavirus (HPV) at some point in their lives.
While many HPV infections go unnoticed, certain strains can...
Superhero protein ‘Klotho’ saves the day by fighting brain aging
Let's talk about aging - something all of us go through, whether we like it or not. And, it's not just about wrinkles or...
You don’t have autism, but your genes may say otherwise: a sneaky peek into...
So, you've never been diagnosed with autism. But could autism-associated genes be affecting you in subtle ways? You might be surprised by what the...
New 3d-printed face mask frames make n95 masks safer and more comfortable
It's common knowledge - if something fits you well, it's safer.
Medical experts at Flinders University took this principle to heart and have created a...
The long mystery of long COVID: it’s not inflammation!
"Long COVID" sounds like a strange term, doesn't it? It's a term that doctors use for people who have recovered from COVID-19 but still...