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A new ray of hope: Uncovering the mysteries of pancreatic cancer

Scientists are making important discoveries in the fight against a difficult kind of cancer - pancreatic cancer. Let's learn about the work of scientists from...

The power of strawberries: potential protection against Alzheimer’s

A simple addition to your diet might help protect your brain against Alzheimer's. The hero here is the humble strawberry.

The potential benefits of vitamin C for diabetes management

Researchers believe vitamin C may have potential benefits for individuals with diabetes, although further research is necessary to establish this.

The heart-healthy diet: it’s easier and cheaper than you think

46% of Americans believe eating healthy is too expensive. But the truth is, eating healthy doesn't have to cost a lot of money.

New study challenges blood pressure guidelines: focus on the upper blood pressure number

However, a recent study suggests that focusing on the systolic value or upper blood pressure number might be more important.

A failing nose: the unexpected predictor of dementia and Alzheimer’s

The human sense of smell provides more than just alerts to potential dangers like fire or culinary delights. Researchers at the University of Chicago Medicine...

A better medicine to prevent heart disease?

Do you know what happens when your heart's blood supply gets blocked? A heart attack, also known as myocardial infarction, might occur. But don't worry,...

What are frontotemporal disorders? Dementias that happen in midlife

If you start to see changes in the way a loved one under 60 acts, speaks, or moves, you may not think of dementia...

A new hope: winning the battle against tinnitus

Imagine a noise that doesn't stop. It could be a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound. This is tinnitus, and for some, it is just a mild bother.

Unhealthy snacks linked to dementia? A closer look at the study

If you frequently reach for convenience foods like soda, chips, or cookies, you might want to reconsider your snack choices. A recent study discovered a...