Secondhand Smoke May Leave a Dangerous Metal in Your Body
Many people know that cigarette smoking is harmful. Smoking is linked to cancer, heart disease, lung disease, and many other health problems.
However, even people...
Scientists Discover a Hidden Cause of Inflammation in Asthma
Scientists have discovered an unexpected clue that could one day lead to better treatments for allergic asthma.
The research, carried out at National Jewish Health...
Your Body Could Be Older Than Your Age—and It May Raise Cancer Risk
A person may celebrate their thirtieth birthday and officially be 30 years old. But according to scientists, their body might actually look much older...
New COPD Injection Could Help Lower Lung Inflammation
For many people living with COPD, every breath can become a struggle. The disease gradually damages the lungs, limiting airflow and making everyday activities...
New Weight-Loss and Diabetes Pill Shows Strong Effects
Type 2 diabetes is one of the fastest-growing health problems in the world. The condition develops when the body becomes resistant to insulin, the...
Could Hearing Aids Lower Dementia Risk?
Hearing aids are usually prescribed to improve hearing, but new research suggests they may also help protect the brain in a specific group of...
Virtual Reality Breakthrough Could Help Stroke Survivors Regain Hand Function
A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel bursts.
Brain cells can begin to die...
Can a Simple Supplement Help the Liver Heal Better After Surgery?
The liver is one of the most remarkable organs in the human body. Unlike most other organs, it has the ability to regrow after...
Simple Heart Test Plus AI May Predict Sudden Cardiac Death Earlier
Most people know that heart attacks are dangerous, but fewer realize that sudden cardiac arrest is often even more deadly.
During sudden cardiac arrest, the...
These Everyday Foods Could Quietly Raise Your Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common long-term health problems around the world.
Millions of people live with it, and...