Sweet drinks in old age don’t raise dementia risk, study finds
A new international study has found that drinking sugary or artificially sweetened beverages in later life does not raise the risk of dementia in...
How your gut bacteria could help detect pancreatic cancer early
Whether you had breakfast this morning or not, your pancreas is working quietly behind the scenes. This vital organ produces the enzymes that help...
Can stress cause heart attack?
Most people know that stress isn’t good for your health. But can it actually cause heart disease? The short answer is yes—long-term stress can...
Banking habits may reveal early signs of dementia, study finds
A major study from the University of Nottingham and Lloyds Banking Group has found that everyday banking behaviors could help identify early signs of...
Drinks that help—or hurt—your blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem that can lead to serious illnesses like heart disease and stroke if not...
Daily low-dose aspirin may raise anemia risk in older adults
A new analysis from the ASPREE trial has raised important concerns about the long-term use of low-dose aspirin in people aged 70 and older....
This diabetes drug may help reverse vascular aging, study finds
As people age, the health of their blood vessels tends to decline. Blood vessels become stiffer and less able to expand and contract, making...
Scientists discover a surprising cause of stroke
Scientists from the University of California, Irvine have discovered a surprising new reason for small brain bleeds, also known as cerebral microbleeds. This finding...
Popular blood pressure drug may raise risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A recent study from the European Sudden Cardiac Arrest network has raised concerns about the safety of a common blood pressure medication.
The research suggests...
Exercise may increase stroke risk for people with blocked neck arteries
Exercise is usually one of the best things you can do for your health. But a new study by researchers at the Indian Institute...