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What you should tell your anesthesiologist before a surgery

What you should tell your anesthesiologist before a surgery

Having surgery can have a big impact on your health. Your anesthesiologist plays an important role in preparing you for a smooth surgery. Research has shown...

Your prescribed opioids may raise your family members’ overdose risk

In a new study, researchers found that prescribed opioids are linked to overdose risk for family members without prescriptions. The research was conducted by a...

Drugs for common heart problem may increase risk of falls

In a new study, researchers found that medications used for treating a common heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation may raise the risk of falls. For...

Stimulating the ears can help manage Parkinson’s disease

In a new study, researchers found that gentle, controlled stimulation of the ear canal can help reduce symptoms of Parkinson's disease. The results build on...

Scientists develop new therapy for ovarian, pancreatic cancers

In a new study, researchers have developed more effective treatments for late-stage ovarian cancer and pancreatic cancer. The research was conducted by a team from...

A spicy diet could be linked to dementia, new study shows

In a new study, researchers found that a spicy diet could be linked to dementia. They suggest people think twice before adding that extra kick...

Paleo diet may be linked to heart disease

In a new study, researchers found people who follow the paleo diet have twice the amount of a key blood biomarker linked closely to...

Exercise caution outdoors in the summer heat

The higher the red line creeps up the thermometer gauge, the more red flags for outdoor exercise. Summer temperatures shouldn't stop you from jogging, hiking...

Vitamin D supplementation may slow down diabetes

In a new study, researchers found that vitamin D supplementation may slow the progression of type 2 diabetes in newly diagnosed patients and those...

Your zip code may determine how many statin drugs you use

In a new study, researchers found geographic region is the strongest factor related to intensive statin use after a heart attack. This means large statin...