Bullying and violence at work may increase heart disease risk
In a new study, researchers found that people who are bullied at work or experience violence at work are at higher risk of heart...
“YouTube Medicine” for prostate cancer information could be dangerous
In a new study, researchers found that the most popular YouTube videos on prostate cancer often offer misleading or biased medical information that poses...
Coronary calcium levels could predict heart attack better
In a new study, researchers found that testing a patient's coronary calcium levels is a better predictor of blocked coronary arteries at risk for...
Don’t let grief hurt your sleep and heart health
In a new study, researchers found that people who have recently lost a spouse are more likely to have sleep disturbances that exacerbate levels...
Why walking speed and grip strength are important to people with diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that tests of physical performance, especially walking speed and grip strength, correlate with cognitive function in patients with...
This memory problem may be linked to cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s
In a recent study, researchers found that in people older than 60, complains about poor memory could be a sign for mild cognitive decline.
Cognitive...
This memory test could help detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier
In a recent study, researchers found that testing how well people remember past events in their lives could help predict the risk for developing...
How dementia and cardiovascular disease are connected
Several studies have linked breakdowns in the brain's blood vessels to Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia.
The findings are presented at Neuroscience 2018, the annual...
4 tips to deal with the flu season
A recent report from the Conversation said the 2017-2018 flu season was historically severe.
According to scientists, public health officials estimate that 900,000 Americans were...
Marijuana use linked to higher risk of stroke, heart disease, high blood pressure
In a recent study reported by American College of Cardiology, researchers find that marijuana use is linked to higher risk of heart failure and...