Processed red meat, but not unprocessed meat, may increase aging
Chromosome ends contain telomeres, and during cell division, telomere length becomes shorter. Therefore, it has been suggested that telomere length is a biomarker of...
New test can find who at risk of severe COVID-19
In a study from The University of Virginia, scientists found a new genomic test can predict a patient's risk of developing severe COVID-19.
That information...
Many older people may not get the intensive blood pressure treatment they need
In a study from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, scientists found fewer than 30% of older adults who need more intensive treatment for high...
Hard physical work linked to 55% higher dementia risk
In a study from the University of Copenhagen, scientists found that people doing hard physical work have a 55% higher risk of developing dementia...
Alcohol drinking is linked to higher risk of skin cancer (melanoma)
In a recent study, researchers found alcohol intake was linked to a higher risk of invasive melanoma in white men and women.
The team found...
Sugary beverages may increase death risk in cancer, study finds
In a study by the American Cancer Society, scientists found drinking too many sugary beverages may increase the risk of death from cancer.
Unfortunately, Americans...
Scientists find the diet linked to lower death risk in type 2 diabetes
In a new study, scientists found eating a diet high in whole grains, fiber, fish and n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) may reduce the...
Red meat linked to higher breast cancer risk
In a recent study, scientists found that eating more red meat is linked to a higher risk of breast cancer.
So far, studies have suggested...
Why fruits and vegetables may reduce risk of lung cancer
Diets rich in fruits and vegetables have been linked to a lower risk of lung cancer.
In a study from Tufts University, researchers found that...
Sleep apnea linked to Alzheimer’s disease, study confirms
In a recent study from RMIT University, scientists confirmed long-suspected links between sleep apnea and Alzheimer’s disease, finding identical signs of brain damage in...