Chemical used in industry may be linked to Parkinson’s disease
Researchers from the University of Rochester and other institutions are studying how a chemical called trichloroethylene, or TCE, might be connected to Parkinson’s disease....
Study shows root cause of alcohol addiction in the brain
Alcohol addiction, also called alcohol use disorder, is a serious and common mental health issue around the world. It can have a major impact...
Common blood pressure drug may be linked to bowel disease
Diverticulosis is a health condition where small bulges or pouches form in the wall of the intestine. This often happens as people age. For...
Taking blood pressure pills at night may protect your heart better
A new study from Sichuan University in China has found that taking blood pressure medication at bedtime may work better than taking it in...
Natural ways to lower your risk of stroke
Stroke is a serious medical condition that happens when blood flow to the brain is interrupted.
This can cause brain damage, disability, or even death....
How to know if you have metabolic syndrome
Metabolic syndrome is not just one condition—it’s a group of health problems that happen together and raise your risk of heart disease, type 2...
How blood pressure affects brain health as we age
A recent study from the University of Miami has revealed new insights into how blood pressure affects our brain as we get older.
The findings...
Heart attack or anxiety attack? How to tell the difference
Heart attacks and anxiety attacks can feel very similar, and it’s often hard to tell the difference.
Both can cause chest pain, shortness of breath,...
Does memory loss always mean dementia?
Many people worry when they or someone they love starts to forget things more often.
It’s common to wonder, “Is this normal aging or is...
Can what we eat help prevent cancer?
Cancer is a disease that many people fear. It happens when cells in the body start growing in a way they shouldn't.
While there are...