A small arm mistake can harm your blood pressure reading
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a very common health condition around the world. Many people have it without knowing, because it...
Fasting diet could help control PCOS in women
Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a condition that affects millions of women around the world. It usually begins during the reproductive years and...
New trends in oral cancer raise concern for younger adults
Cancer of the mouth and throat has long been seen as a condition affecting older adults, often linked to smoking and alcohol use.
However, new...
Simple heart scan image makes people keep their cholesterol-drugs
A new study suggests that sometimes, seeing a health problem can be far more powerful than just hearing about it. Researchers have found that...
Cannabis use may increase asthma attack risk
A new study suggests that using cannabis may increase the risk of asthma attacks in young people, even when it is not used every...
Simple test may predict Alzheimer’s years before symptoms appear
Scientists are always searching for ways to detect Alzheimer’s disease early, long before memory problems begin. Alzheimer’s is one of the most common forms...
Why obesity can weaken your heart—and how it could be reversed
Obesity is known to increase the risk of many health problems, including heart disease. One condition that is becoming more common is heart failure...
Extreme weather could increase your heart disease risk
Extreme weather events are becoming more common around the world, and scientists are now discovering that these changes may be affecting human health in...
These everyday hobbies could lower dementia risk for decades
A new study has found that simple activities such as meeting friends, playing music, or traveling may help keep the brain healthy and reduce...
A small device could change diabetes care forever
Managing type 2 diabetes is something millions of people deal with every day. It requires constant attention, careful eating, and regular monitoring of blood...