Study finds big cause of loss of smell in Alzheimer’s
A fading sense of smell may be one of the first warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, even before memory problems appear.
New research from scientists...
Could everyday blood pressure drugs harm your memory?
Many of us take medicine to treat things like colds, allergies, or high blood pressure.
But did you know that some of these common drugs...
This dry fruit may help lower blood pressure, prevent heart disease
Prunes are dried plums that are naturally sweet, chewy, and free from added sugar.
They are packed with important nutrients like vitamin B6, manganese, and...
Scientists find major cause of early dementia
Many people think dementia only affects older adults, but that’s not always true.
While most cases do happen in people over 65, a smaller group...
Shingles vaccine may prevent heart attack and stroke
Shingles is a painful skin condition that many people don’t expect to face later in life. But for those who’ve had chickenpox as a...
Intensive blood pressure treatment may prevent strokes in older people
High blood pressure is often called a “silent killer.”
This is because most people don’t feel sick when they have it, but it can still...
This common pill may help you avoid surgery for joint pain
Good news for people dealing with joint pain! A new study suggests that a common pill called colchicine might lower the chances of needing...
The deep cause of muscle weakness in older adults is in the brain
As we age, many people notice they don’t feel as strong as they used to.
Most of us assume this is just a normal part...
Some blood pressure drugs may harm gut health, study finds
High blood pressure is a major health problem that affects about one in ten adults around the world.
It’s a serious condition because it can...
This health issue may be the root cause of Alzheimer’s
A new study from researchers at Yale-NUS College has offered a fresh view on what might cause Alzheimer’s disease.
This condition affects memory and thinking...