Commonly used drugs linked to higher risk of cognitive decline
Cognitive decline can range from mild memory problems to severe dementia, which can greatly affect daily life.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of...
Hidden stress may speed up memory loss in older people
Stress that people keep inside may be quietly damaging brain health in older Chinese Americans, according to new research from Rutgers Health.
The study found...
Scientists find how to make cancer treatments work better
Cancer does not grow in isolation. Tumors live in busy neighborhoods inside the body, surrounded by immune cells, connective tissue, blood vessels, and a...
Weekly vigorous exercise may protect brain health in high blood pressure
People with high blood pressure are more likely to experience memory loss and dementia as they age.
But a new study from Wake Forest University...
This heart-healthy diet helps control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
A diet first made famous for lowering blood pressure may also help people with type 2 diabetes keep their blood sugar in check.
That’s the...
Long-Term antidepressant use linked to more severe withdrawal symptoms
People who have taken antidepressants for more than two years are much more likely to experience withdrawal symptoms when they stop, according to a...
Tummy tuck patients keep losing weight for years after surgery
A new study shows that many people who undergo tummy tuck surgery, also known as abdominoplasty, continue to lose weight for years after the...
A new way to get vaccines — through your gums
Scientists have discovered a surprising new way to deliver vaccines: using dental floss to place them in the tiny space between the teeth and...
Early heart problems may be linked to brain shrinkage and dementia risk
People who start to show early signs of heart problems may also be experiencing early changes in their brain health, according to new research.
A...
Home air purifiers may help lower blood pressure, study finds
A new study suggests that using portable high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) purifiers at home can help lower blood pressure in people with higher-than-normal readings...