Study Finds a New Cause of Alzheimer’s Disease

Scientists have found new clues about what may happen in the brain before Alzheimer’s disease develops. The research suggests that problems with the way cells...

Half of Older People with This Eye Disease May Not Know It

Glaucoma can slowly steal a person’s sight without causing pain or obvious warning signs. The disease damages the optic nerve, the important bundle of nerve...

Lower Blood Pressure May Protect Older Hearts Better

High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in older adults. It happens when blood repeatedly pushes against artery walls with...

Common Drug May Beat Aspirin for Heart Disease Prevention

A large new study suggests that clopidogrel, a common medicine used to prevent blood clots, may offer better long-term protection than aspirin for people...

Blood Test Can Reveal Liver Disease Caused By Alcohol

Australian researchers have found that a blood test can provide doctors with a much clearer picture of recent alcohol use in people with liver...

20-Minute Treatment Could Cure Some High Blood Pressure

Doctors in the UK have tested a new 20-minute treatment that could offer some people with high blood pressure an alternative to surgery. The...

Your 50s May Shape Your Brain Years Later

What people do for their health in their 50s may influence how well their brains work years later. A new study suggests that staying...

New Blood Marker Could Reveal Fast-Growing Skin Cancer

Not all advanced melanomas behave in the same way. Some grow quickly and become difficult to control, while others respond to treatment for years,...

Your Shampoo Label May Not Tell the Whole Story

People who want to avoid certain chemicals often spend extra time reading labels on cosmetics, baby products and household cleaners. New research suggests that even...

Exercise May Help the Immune System Fight Lung Cancer

Regular exercise is already known to protect the heart, strengthen muscles and improve overall health. New research suggests it may also help the immune...