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Are you at risk for peripheral artery disease?

Marked by decreased blood flow in the legs due to narrowing — or even complete blockage — of arteries, peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects...

Choosing memory care for a loved one: 4 common questions

A diagnosis of dementia or memory loss is difficult for caregivers and loved ones alike. One of the most important issues caregivers face is deciding...

Study links sleep duration and frequent snoring to poorer breast cancer survival

In simple words, a new research study reveals a surprising link between how much you sleep and snore, and how you fare if diagnosed...

Ibuprofen, naproxen and Tylenol: Which should you take?

You wake up with a terrible headache, a sore muscle or yesterday’s sunburn is bothering you, and shuffle your way to your medicine cabinet. You...

Junk food causes similar high blood sugar levels as type 2 diabetes

Did you know that a junk food diet can harm your kidneys as much as diabetes? A recent study published in Experimental Physiology has revealed...

Gene protects women from heart disease, study finds

Researchers from the University of Southern California have made a fascinating discovery in the world of genetics and heart health. They've identified a variant of...

Novel anti-PSMA imaging agent quickly identifies prostate cancer lesions

In 2013, nearly 3 million men in the U.S. were battling prostate cancer, a serious disease that affects the prostate, a small gland that...

Shoulder pain may be linked to increased heart disease risk

Here's a surprising twist: Shoulder pain during holiday gift wrapping might not be due to all that heavy lifting! Scientists at the University of Utah...

Air pollution is a risk factor for diabetes, says study

Exposure to air pollution, even in our own homes, can increase the risk of developing insulin resistance, a pre-diabetic state that can lead to...

Eating oily fish weekly can help reduce risk of stroke

Are you a fan of fish? Well, there's good news for you! A study recently published on the British Medical Journal website suggests that having...