2 in 5 people over 50 don’t report hearing loss, study finds
A new study at the University of Liverpool has revealed that almost 40% of older adults in England who recognized they had hearing loss...
Shedding pounds might benefit your heart even if some weight is regained – new...
Programmes to help people lose weight through changes to their diet, exercise or both, are mainstays of weight management.
Despite their widespread use, many people...
Hay fever: why some people suffer from it and others don’t
While the arrival of spring brings blooming flowers and trees, it also marks the beginning of allergy season for many people.
Those who suffer from...
Migraine headaches linked to body clock, study finds
Cluster headaches and migraine are two common types of headaches that can be incredibly debilitating for those who experience them.
While the exact causes of...
The deep cause of cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive and debilitating neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide.
It is the most common cause of dementia in older...
Some blueberries a day keep high blood pressure at bay
The study found that consuming a handful of wild blueberries daily can help lower blood pressure, improve memory and brain cognition, and increase reaction...
Scientists find new drug treating both heart failure and sleep apnea
A promising new drug called AF-130 is being developed to help people suffering from heart failure, which is a common condition linked to sleep...
Scientists find a diet that may lower death risk in type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a disease that can increase the risk of other health problems such as circulatory diseases, dementia, cancer, and bone fractures.
Although...
Risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease: Which is the worst?
A new study at the Ohio State University suggests that genetic risk may outweigh age as a predictor of Alzheimer's disease in individuals over...
Mediterranean diet may reduce risks of heart disease, death
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally.
In 2019, an estimated 17.9 million deaths occurred...