Starchy snacks could increase your heart disease risk
In a study from Harbin Medical University, scientists found eating starchy snacks high in white potato or other starches after any meal was associated...
Red meat may lead to colon cancer
In a recent study from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, researchers confirmed the strong link between red meat and colon cancer.
They identified specific patterns of DNA...
A constant state of irregular heartbeat
Kris Nicholoff wasn’t deterred when he learned his first catheter ablation to treat persistent atrial fibrillation would need to be followed up by a second ablation for...
Blood-thinning drug before procedure in stroke patients reduce death risk
In a study from the University of Bristol and elsewhere, scientists found giving blood thinning drug (thrombolysis) before treatment to remove a clot from...
Poor gait and weak hand grip could be early indicators of dementia
In a study from Monash University, scientists found walking speed and grip strength could be early indicators of dementia before the onset of noticeable...
Some older people may reduce their blood pressure drugs safely
In a study from the University of Oxford, scientists found that a medication reduction strategy is safe among some older adults treated with high...
Which grains you eat can affect your risk of getting heart disease earlier
In a study from the Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, scientists found a higher intake of refined grains was linked to an increased risk...
Time-restricted eating may lower blood pressure, body weight
In a study from the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, scientists found that time-restricted eating could help people lose body weight and lower blood...
Smoking can increase your risk of viral infection, including a type of coronavirus
In a study from UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, scientists found that current smokers have a 12% increased risk of a laboratory-confirmed viral infection...
Low vitamin D level may increase risk of bladder cancer
In a recent study from the University of Warwick and elsewhere, researchers suggest a vitamin D deficiency might increase the risk of bladder cancer.
The...