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Study finds new cause of Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s Disease is a serious illness that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a progressive condition, meaning it gets worse over time. People with...

Volunteer EMT skipped his own checkups – until chest pain knocked him to his...

TJ Smith knew better than to let a decade pass without seeing a doctor. After all, he was a volunteer EMT in Powhatan, Virginia. He...

Why good sleep is essential for a healthy heart

Most people know that sleep helps us feel rested and alert, but many don’t realize how deeply connected sleep is to heart health. In fact,...

She survived a stroke at 21. Now, she helps other survivors find meaning in...

The spring of Molly Buccola's senior year at Santa Clara University, she ran the Los Angeles marathon. The next month, she and her boyfriend...

Scientists find hidden cause of lung cancer

When most people think of lung cancer, smoking is usually the first cause that comes to mind. But surprisingly, up to 1 in 5...

Diabetes and weight loss drugs may also boost mental well-being, study finds

A major new study from King’s College London suggests that medications used to treat diabetes and obesity may also help improve emotional health. These drugs,...

Why taking blood pressure pills at night may save your life

A large and important study has discovered a simple change that could help millions of people with high blood pressure: take your medication at...

Watercress compound may help protect kidneys in diabetes

Researchers at AlMaarefa University have uncovered a promising natural solution for one of the most dangerous complications of diabetes: kidney damage, also known as...

Understanding the best blood pressure range for older people

Blood pressure is like a measure of how hard your heart has to work to push blood through your body. A good way to...

Study finds new cause of Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is a serious illness that slowly damages the brain. Over time, it affects how people remember things, think clearly, and do everyday...