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Moderate alcohol drinking linked to less chronic pain, depression

Many people jokingly refer to their occasional glass of wine after work as medicine. A new study hints at there being some truth to the...

Eating too much salt may increase your risk of cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s

In a new study, researchers found a high-salt diet promotes cognitive impairment through the Alzheimer-linked protein tau. A high-salt diet may negatively affect cognitive function...

Arthritis Inflammation linked to cognitive impairment

In patients with chronic inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, there has been limited understanding of how this inflammation affects the brain. A new study...

Get your flu shot in October, early November to stay flu-free

The change of season in October and November brings in crisp, fall weather for the majority of the United States. Many begin to look toward...

Solar technology may help kill cancer cells

In a new study, researchers found a new way to detect and attack cancer cells using technology traditionally reserved for solar power. The finding showcases...

Frequent alcohol drinking may harm your heart rhythm more than binge drinking

In a new study, researchers found drinking small amounts of alcohol frequently is linked to a higher risk of a heart rhythm disorder called...

Scientists solve an important puzzle on autism and inflammation

Current evidence continues to mount demonstrating immune dysfunction and inflammation in specific brain regions of children diagnosed with autism. In a new study, researchers found...

High fiber, yogurt diet may lower your lung cancer risk

In a new study, researchers found a diet high in fiber and yogurt is linked to a reduced risk for lung cancer. The research was...

Half of all commonly used drugs may profoundly affect your gut health

In a new study, researchers found that 18 commonly used drug categories extensively affect the structure and metabolic function of the gut microbiome. Eight categories...

Common painkillers linked to heart disease in people with arthritis

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are commonly used to reduce pain. They are some of the most popular drugs to manage pain in patients with osteoarthritis. In...