Why brain injuries are killing more Americans than you think
Many people think of a head injury as something that happens in a car crash or during sports, but traumatic brain injuries—or TBIs—are much...
Scientists discover an unexpected cause of heart disease
Heart disease is one of the top causes of death in many Western countries. One of the most common forms of heart disease is...
Are coffee and green tea too risky for people with high blood pressure?
A new study has found that drinking two or more cups of coffee a day may double the risk of dying from heart disease...
Could a new gut treatment replace insulin for people with type 2 diabetes?
More than 37 million people in the United States have diabetes, and most of them have type 2 diabetes. This used to be a...
Dangerous blood pressure spikes are sending more older people to the hospital
A new study from Yale University has found something worrying: more older Americans are being rushed to the hospital for dangerous jumps in blood...
5 natural ways to ease arthritis and joint pain
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints. It can make simple daily activities, like walking or picking up...
Research shows major cause of brain bleeds in older people
Scientists at the University of California, Irvine, have made a surprising discovery that may change how we think about brain bleeding, especially in older...
Listening to music may strongly reduce dementia risk
A new study has found that listening to music after the age of 70 may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of...
Kidney disease now affects nearly 800 million people worldwide
A new global study has revealed that chronic kidney disease (CKD) is becoming a major health concern around the world.
The number of people living...
Vitamin D3 slashes second heart attack risk in half
A new study shows that giving heart attack survivors a personalized plan to manage their vitamin D3 levels could cut their chances of having...