New test could help detect Alzheimer’s before symptoms appear
A team of researchers at Northern Arizona University (NAU) is working on a new way to find signs of Alzheimer’s disease earlier.
This method could...
How low should blood pressure go?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. It affects millions of people and...
These 3 things strongly increase heart attack risk in holidays
Eat, drink and enjoy the outdoors and family gatherings—in moderation, say those who see an increase in heart emergencies during the holiday season.
Cardiac emergencies...
Why your blood pressure reading might be wrong—and how to fix it
Taking your blood pressure with a cuff is something millions of people do every day. But a new study shows this common method may...
Study finds a powerful heart-boosting nutrient in everyday foods
A new study from King's College London suggests that regularly eating foods rich in polyphenols—like tea, coffee, berries, cocoa, nuts, whole grains, and olive...
Dementia often goes undiagnosed for 4 years, study finds
Many people with dementia wait a long time before getting a proper diagnosis.
A new study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) has...
Scientists discover the key to slowing down aging
Scientists have found a gene that may play a big role in how we age. This discovery could lead to new treatments that slow...
Root cause of tooth decay and gum disease discovered
A huge study from Umeå University in Sweden has found that both your genes and your daily habits—like your weight, how much school you’ve...
Scientists find root cause of autism in the brain
Autism is a developmental condition that affects about 1 in 59 children. It often leads to challenges in communication and differences in behavior. Boys...
Study finds a surprising cause of autism, schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s
In the past few years, scientists have been working hard to understand mental health conditions like autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
They’ve made a lot...