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Total deaths from heart disease, stroke, diabetes and hypertension on the rise

In a new study, researchers found total deaths from heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and high blood pressure—known collectively as cardiometabolic diseases—have been increasing since...

Long-term night-shift work may increase risk for multiple sclerosis

In a new study, researchers found that people who do night-shift work for more than 20 years have a higher risk of multiple sclerosis...

Healthy foods, not diet types, really important for cutting heart disease

In a new study, researchers found healthy foods, not diet types, are important for reducing people’s heart disease risk. The research was conducted by a...

Marriage may help stave off dementia

In a new study, researchers found dementia and marital status are linked together. They found married people are less likely to experience dementia as they...

Gout may greatly harm your kidney health

In a new study, researchers found patients with gout are at increased risk of chronic kidney disease and kidney failure. It is one of the...

Probiotic use may help prevent this body infection

In a new study, researchers found general probiotic use in the U.S. could save the health care payer and the economy around $1.4 billion...

Waist size, not BMI, may predict coronary artery disease better

In a new study, researchers found the location of the fat that matters most for heart health. They found belly fat representing the greatest harm...

Fish oil supplements do not prevent type 2 diabetes

In a new study, researchers found omega-3 fats have little or no effect on the risk of Type 2 diabetes. The research was conducted by...

Healthy lifestyles may protect against dementia, if you don’t have high-risk genes

In a new study, researchers found that healthy habits are linked to a lower risk of being diagnosed with dementia over 15 years in...

The mere presence of your partner may reduce your pain

In a new study, researchers have confirmed the analgesic effects of social support on reducing pain - even without verbal or physical contact. The research...