Why hypothyroidism is more than a thyroid problem
When people hear the word “metabolism,” they often think about how fast the body burns calories or whether someone gains or loses weight easily....
Used coffee grounds could help prevent brain diseases
Neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Huntington’s affect millions of people in the United States. These conditions slowly destroy brain cells, leading to problems...
Scientists find new cause of diabetes and better treatments
Scientists at Case Western Reserve University and University Hospitals have made an exciting discovery that may change how we treat diabetes—a serious condition that...
New drug could reduce chronic nerve pain without the risks of opioids
A group of researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine and the Burke Neurological Institute has made an exciting breakthrough that could bring new hope to...
Early warning signs of blocked arteries you shouldn’t ignore
Coronary artery disease (CAD) happens when the main blood vessels that bring oxygen-rich blood to your heart become narrowed or blocked. This usually occurs...
Blood pressure begins to drop decade before death, study finds
A new study from the University of Exeter has uncovered an important change in blood pressure that happens in the final years of life....
This exercise may help protect older people from dementia
Most people know that lifting weights can make your muscles stronger, help you lose fat, and boost your overall well-being.
But a new study from...
Cannabis for chronic pain: Should you do it?
The American College of Physicians (ACP) has released new guidance for doctors whose patients are using or thinking about using cannabis or cannabinoid products...
AI eye scan can help find heart disease and stroke risks
A new study has shown that artificial intelligence (AI) can help doctors detect the risk of heart attacks and strokes simply by scanning a...
Video games could help detect Alzheimer’s early—just as well as blood tests
New research from Rutgers University in Newark suggests that simple video games might be able to detect Alzheimer’s disease years before symptoms appear—just as...