This vaccine may help prevent stroke
The vaccine for shingles protects against the often painful infection caused by the chickenpox virus. But new research suggests that's not its only benefit...
Having 10+ lifetime sexual partners linked to higher cancer risk
In a new study, researchers found that a history of 10 or more lifetime sexual partners is linked to a heightened risk of being...
Bilingualism could delay dementia symptoms, and that can be a bad thing
In a new study, researchers found that bilingualism can delay symptoms of dementia.
Their study is believed to be the first to examine conversion times...
Stroke survivors might need better screening for depression
Depression among stroke survivors peaks during the early months of recovery and persists for a full year, a new study finds.
Experts say better screening...
Colon cancer diagnoses from 49 to 50 increase 46%
In a new study, researchers found that colorectal cancer rates among US adults have a 46% increase in new diagnoses from ages 49 to...
Popular sleep and anxiety drug may cause addiction
In a recent paper, researchers say that a class of drugs called benzodiazepines that can help treat anxiety and insomnia may lead to dangerous...
An optimistic partner may help reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that optimistic people may contribute to the health of their partners.
They examined 4,500 couples and found that having...
Cannabis for treating inflammatory bowel disease: Hope or hype?
Nausea, abdominal pain and changes in appetite.
These are all things that can significantly impact one’s wellbeing if left untreated, yet they have all shown...
Eating plants over protein may protect your heart health
In a new study, researchers found that a plant-based diet may be key to lowering the risk of heart disease.
They found that diets with...
New drug combo may help restore body’s ability to produce insulin, treating diabetes
In a new study, researchers have discovered a novel combination of two classes of drugs that, together, cause the highest rate of proliferation ever...