Low blood sugar can worsen eye disease in people with diabetes
In a study from Johns Hopkins Medicine, scientists found why people with diabetes who experience periods of low blood sugar—a common occurrence in those...
Heavy smokers can have severe gum disease, study finds
In a study from Aarhus University, scientists found smoking can have a serious impact on the effect of the treatment of periodontitis.
This a widespread...
After a stroke at 87, woman had to convince family she was really OK
Barbara Bartels and a friend were catching up over coffee on a Sunday morning in August. They'd met up at a café not far...
Heart failure risk higher in people living in rural areas, study finds
In a study from NIH/National Heart Lung and Blood Institute and elsewhere, scientists found adults living in rural areas of the United States have...
Scientists find new risk factor for high blood pressure
A recent scientific statement from the American Heart Association suggests that arterial stiffness may be a new risk factor for high blood pressure.
Healthy lifestyle may slower memory decline in older people
Scientists found a healthy lifestyle, in particular a healthy diet, is associated with slower memory decline in older people.
Scientists create powerful ultrasound sensor system to offer cardiac imaging on the go
Engineers and physicians have developed a wearable ultrasound device that can assess both the structure and function of the human heart.
The portable device, which...
More daily protein intake may reduce hip fracture risk in women
In a study from the University of Leeds, scientists found that increasing intake of protein and drinking regular cups of tea or coffee is...
What your blood type can tell you about your health
Most people don't think about their blood type unless they need surgery or are planning to donate blood.
But we can learn more from our...
This nutrient in your diet may reduce risk of vision loss disease
In a study from the National Eye Institute, scientists found that dietary nitrate intake is linked to a lower risk for the progression of...