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Weak kidneys may mean high cancer risk

Weak kidneys may mean high cancer risk

In a new study, researchers found people with chronic kidney disease have a modestly higher cancer risk. The cancers include non-melanoma skin cancer and urogenital...
Light physical activity may protect heart health in older women

Light physical activity may protect heart health in older women

In a new study, researchers found light physical activity could help strongly lower the risk of heart disease in women 63 and older. Light physical...
4 ways to prevent neuropathy

4 ways to prevent neuropathy

In the U.S., it is estimated about more than 20 million people experience neuropathy. It is the second most common neurological condition after headaches. Neuropathy occurs...
Midlife diet may not affect your dementia risk

Midlife diet may not affect your dementia risk

In a new study, French researchers found there is no link between midlife diet quality and one’s dementia risk. Previous studies showed mixed results about...

These 10 medical treatments are unnecessary for your health

In a recent study, researchers found that 10 medical treatments are overused most in the US. While doctors do a smashing job with limited resources,...
Mentally tiring work may raise diabetes risk in women

Mentally tiring work may raise diabetes risk in women

In a new study, researchers found women who do mentally tiring work, such as teaching, may have a higher risk of type 2 diabetes. The...
This treatment could help regrow your hair

This treatment could help regrow your hair

In a recent study, researchers found a new treatment could help people regrow hair effectively. About 75% of people with moderate or severe hair loss...
7 simple things help you fight high blood pressure

7 simple things could help you fight high blood pressure

If you are trying to prevent or treat high blood pressure, you know it is not an easy task. Often you feel lots of stress,...
Having cousins, uncles or great-grandparents with Alzheimer’s may increase your risk

Having cousins, uncles or great-grandparents with Alzheimer’s may increase your risk

In a new study, researchers found having second- and third-degree relatives who have had Alzheimer's may also raise the risk of aging-related brain disease. Previous...

Stroke is highly preventable, research shows

In a recent study from McMaster University, researchers found 10 risk factors that can be modified are responsible for nine of 10 strokes worldwide. Stroke...