Why some people are more prone to blood clots
Researchers in Sweden have discovered three genetic mutations that significantly raise the risk of dangerous blood clots in the legs, also known as venous thrombosis.
The...
Gum disease, decay, missing teeth: why people with mental illness have poorer oral health
People with poor mental health face many challenges. One that’s perhaps lesser known is that they’re more likely than the overall population to have...
AI detects low blood sugar while driving by tracking movements
A new artificial intelligence (AI) tool can now detect dangerously low blood sugar levels—also known as hypoglycemia—just by analyzing a person’s driving behavior and...
How your diet can help prevent Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious condition that causes memory loss and thinking problems.
While there’s no cure, research shows that what you eat can make a...
10 heart-healthy foods to help lower high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that can quietly damage your heart, blood vessels, and other organs if left untreated.
It’s one...
Too much insulin can harm your health, too
More than 100 years after the discovery of insulin, scientists are still uncovering new insights about how this vital hormone works—and how the body...
Tea, chocolate, and apples may help lower blood pressure
Enjoying a cup of tea or a square of dark chocolate may be more than just a simple pleasure—it might actually help lower your...
Heavy alcohol use causes long-lasting brain damage, study finds
In a groundbreaking new study, researchers have shown for the first time in animals how long-term heavy alcohol use leads to lasting damage in...
Sitting too long after a heart event may raise risk of another attack or...
People who sit for long periods—more than 14 hours a day—may face a much higher risk of having another heart problem or even dying...
New treatment could prevent dangerous low blood sugar
People with diabetes often rely on insulin to lower high blood sugar, but using too much insulin or skipping meals can sometimes cause blood...