Sleeping less than 6 hours may raise risk of cancer, even death
Not getting enough sleep may put some people at risk for much more than being drowsy the next day, a new study says.
Middle-aged people...
This uncommon weight loss surgery better reduces diabetes
For people with obesity, a procedure rarely performed in the US more effectively eliminates type 2 diabetes than Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, a small study...
This daily supplement may decrease your risk of heart disease
In a new study, researchers found people who received omega-3 fish oil supplements in clinical studies had lower risks of heart disease compared with...
Researchers discover how to prevent and reverse multiple sclerosis
In a new study, researchers found a new way to prevent and reverse multiple sclerosis.
The research was conducted by a team from the Boston...
Do you have a high 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 more...
6 things every woman should know about heart health
Heart disease is the nation's leading killer of women. But paying attention to risk factors and living a healthy lifestyle can help keep heart...
Researchers discover a new treatment for tooth repair
Stem cells hold the key to wound healing, as they develop into specialized cell types throughout the body—including in teeth.
In a recent study from...
Fathers-to-be should avoid alcohol 6 months before conception, study shows
In a new study, researchers found aspiring parents should both avoid drinking alcohol prior to conception to protect against congenital heart defects.
They say binge...
Aspirin may protect your lungs from air pollution
In a new study, researchers for the first time found that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin may prevent the harm of air pollution...
Drinking more sugary beverages of any type may increase your diabetes risk
In a new study, researchers found people who increase their consumption of sugary beverages—whether they contain added or naturally occurring sugar—may face a higher...