Does being overweight always lead to type 2 diabetes?
Many people believe that if you’re overweight, you’ll eventually get type 2 diabetes. It’s true that extra body weight—especially around the belly—increases the risk,...
MIND diet may lower dementia risk, even later in life
A large new study from the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center has found that following a brain-healthy eating pattern called the MIND diet can...
Is it possible to cure stage 4 cancer?
Hearing the words “stage 4 cancer” can feel terrifying. It’s often seen as the most serious kind of cancer, and many people think it...
How long can people live after a heart failure diagnosis?
Getting diagnosed with heart failure can feel overwhelming. The word “failure” itself sounds frightening, as if the heart is about to stop working completely....
Autoimmune diseases linked to higher risk of depression and anxiety
A large UK study has found that people living with autoimmune diseases are nearly twice as likely to experience long-term mental health problems such...
Best and worst fruits if you have type 2 diabetes
For people with type 2 diabetes, choosing the right foods is very important—and that includes fruits. Fruits are full of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants...
Some blood pressure drugs may raise bleeding risk in older people
A recent study published in JAMA has found that certain blood pressure medications may raise the risk of serious bleeding in older adults with atrial fibrillation—a...
Too much thyroid hormone may increase memory loss risk
A new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine has found that having too much thyroid hormone in the body may increase the risk of memory...
Blood pressure drops slowly decade before death
A new study from the University of Exeter has revealed a surprising pattern in older adults—blood pressure tends to slowly drop starting about 14...
Should you still take aspirin to prevent a heart attack?
Aspirin is a small pill that many people keep in their homes. It’s been used for over a century to relieve pain, lower fever,...