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Feeling lonely may raise your risk of diabetes, study finds

New research shows that older adults who feel socially isolated may be more likely to develop diabetes and struggle with managing their blood sugar. The...

Is fatty liver dangerous if left untreated?

Fatty liver disease happens when too much fat builds up in the liver. It is very common, especially in people who are overweight or...

Can stress really harm your heart?

Most people experience stress at some point in their lives. It can come from work, money problems, family issues, or even just the fast...

Midlife health problems may raise risk of dementia before age 65

A new study has found that people with certain health problems in their 40s and 50s—such as high blood pressure, excess belly fat, and...

How ChatGPT is giving stroke survivors a new way to communicate

A new approach using generative AI, such as ChatGPT, is offering fresh hope to people with aphasia—a language disorder that affects speech, writing, and...

Understanding the different types of dementia

Dementia is a general term that describes a decline in memory, thinking, and reasoning skills that is serious enough to interfere with daily life. It...

COVID-19 may trigger Alzheimer’s-like brain changes—and the eye could hold the clues

A new study from Yale University reveals that COVID-19 might play a role in triggering brain changes similar to those seen in Alzheimer’s disease—and...

Could this drug help prevent joint replacement surgery?

There’s good news for people who suffer from joint pain. A new study suggests that a pill called colchicine might help reduce the need...

Skipping meals twice a week may help people with diabetes and obesity

New research suggests that eating less just two days a week could be more helpful than other popular diet plans for people with obesity...

Simple skin swab could detect Parkinson’s disease years before symptoms appear

Scientists have made a major breakthrough in detecting Parkinson’s disease early—possibly up to seven years before any symptoms show. A new study from The University...