Why Alzheimer’s disease attacks memory brain area first
One of the first parts of the brain affected by Alzheimer's disease is the entorhinal cortex -- a region that plays a big role...
How excessive alcohol fuels fatty liver disease
Fatty liver disease is one of the most common chronic liver conditions, affecting more than one in three people in the United States.
Also known...
During swim practice, his heart stopped. His coach helped save his life.
In honor of his 62nd birthday, Don Milich challenged himself to swim 6.2 miles in a lake.
Sure, he hadn’t done much swimming since he...
New way to prevent breast cancer recurrence
A first-of-its-kind, federally funded clinical trial has shown it's possible to identify breast cancer survivors who are at higher risk of their cancer coming...
Beetroot juice can lower blood pressure in older adults
The blood pressure lowering effect of nitrate-rich beetroot juice in older people may be due to specific changes in their oral microbiome, according to...
Brain scan measures aging rate
Biologically speaking, some people age faster than others. Your aging rate can affect your health and disease risks. If you knew this rate, you...
Could gut bacteria be the key to preventing arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is a painful disease that causes the immune system to attack the joints, leading to swelling, stiffness, and long-term damage.
For...
Low vitamin D levels may increase inflammation
A new study from the University of South Australia has found a clear link between low levels of vitamin D and high levels of...
Are potatoes bad for your blood pressure?
Potatoes are one of the most popular foods around the world.
They’re tasty, easy to cook, and can be part of many meals.
But some people...
Could diabetes drug metformin help prevent Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious health problem that affects millions of older people around the world.
It is the main cause of dementia, which leads...