Strokes harm men and women in different ways
Scientists have discovered that the location of the damage caused by a stroke in the brain may affect men and women differently.
Severe COVID-19 linked to brain aging, study finds
New evidence suggests that severe COVID-19 infections could lead to symptoms of aging in parts of the brain.
This dietary fiber can trigger inflammation in lungs and the gut
Inulin is a type of fiber that is found in some fruits, vegetables, and health supplements.
It is known to have anti-inflammatory properties, but a...
Chronic pain may worsen opioid addiction
A recent study by researchers at the University of Michigan and Ohio State University suggests that fibromyalgia could worsen an opioid use disorder (OUD).
It...
Scientists find a direct cause of cognitive decline
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide.
It occurs when the throat muscles of a person relax and...
New way to predict risk of developing lung cancer within the next ten years
Researchers at the University of Nottingham, in collaboration with colleagues at the University of Oxford, have developed a new tool called "CanPredict".
It can identify...
1 in 3 stroke survivors get depression
Poststroke depression (PSD) is a common condition that affects approximately one-third of stroke survivors.
PSD can lead to suboptimal recovery, recurrent vascular events, poor quality...
Frequent colds may increase your dementia risk
A new study by Tulane University and other academic institutions found that getting sick frequently may speed up the aging process of the brain...
Common diabetes drugs may harm heart health
In recent years, the number of people with type 2 diabetes has been steadily increasing, and it has become a major public health concern.
The...
Does eating potatoes increase your blood pressure?
Researchers from Imperial College London have discovered that the way potatoes are cooked can impact blood pressure.
Previous studies had shown a link between high...