Why depression may raise diabetes risk in younger adults
Many people believe that weight gain is the main reason why depression can lead to physical health problems later in life. However, a new...
Can a short-term diet reset help Crohn’s disease?
For people living with Crohn’s disease, food choices can feel confusing and frustrating. Many patients want to know if changing their diet can improve...
Basic therapies may be best for knee pain relief
Knee osteoarthritis is a condition that affects millions of people, especially older adults. It can cause long-term pain, stiffness, and difficulty walking or moving....
Scientists find how to reverse hearing loss
For many people born with hearing loss, the world has always been quiet. This type of hearing problem, known as congenital deafness, often begins...
Flu shots may protect your heart and brain—even if you still get sick
Getting a flu shot is often seen as a simple way to avoid fever, cough, and body aches during winter. However, new research suggests...
A powerful cholesterol drug may prevent heart attacks before they start
Heart disease is still the leading cause of death around the world. Many people only begin treatment after they already have serious problems such...
Breakthrough drug may help treat uncontrolled high blood pressure
For many people, controlling high blood pressure is not easy. Even after taking several medications, their blood pressure remains high. This condition is known...
Could eating more meat help lower Alzheimer’s risk?
A new study has raised an interesting question about diet and brain health. Researchers from Karolinska Institutet found that older adults who carry certain...
How occasional heavy drinking can severely damage your liver
Many people think that drinking heavily once in a while is not a big problem, especially if they do not drink much during the...
Heart plug tech could replace blood thinners to prevent stroke
Atrial fibrillation is a condition that affects the rhythm of the heart. Instead of beating regularly, the heart beats unevenly, which can cause blood...