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Frequent sauna use linked to lower risk of heart disease, stroke

In a new study, researchers found that regular sauna use is linked to a lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease (CVD) in men...

Lung disease in middle age may increase dementia risk

In a new study, researchers found that middle-aged adults with lung disease may be at greater risk of developing dementia or cognitive impairment later...

How aspirin and omega-3 may help prevent bowel cancer

In a new study, researchers found that both aspirin and a purified omega-3, called EPA, reduce the number of pre-cancerous polyps in people at...

Older heart attack patients should pay attention to bleeding risk

Many older patients who are considered frail by medical standards receive anticoagulants (blood thinners) and undergo cardiac catheterization during a heart attack. A new study...

How rose geranium oil could benefit cancer patients

In a recent study, researchers found that rose geranium oil may help to ease the symptoms of a common and painful nasal condition that...

Scientists find a new treatment for peanut allergy

In a new study, researchers found that controlled ingestion of peanut protein could help build tolerance in peanut allergy sufferers. They say an oral immunotherapy...

How to prevent diabetic foot amputation

The number of people diagnosed with diabetes, globally, has risen from 108m in 1980 to 422m in 2014. People with diabetes who develop neuropathy don’t...

Blue light could help reduce high blood pressure

In a new study, researchers found that exposure to blue light could decrease blood pressure, reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. The study is...

Hypnotherapy could help treat irritable bowel syndrome

In a new study, researchers found that Hypnotherapy might help relieve irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) complaints for some patients for as long as 9...

New reason why vegetables and fish could benefit your heart

In a new study, researchers found that high levels of trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO)—a compound linked with the consumption of fish, seafood and vegetables —may...