Higher triglyceride levels may lower dementia risk in older adults
A new study suggests that older people with higher levels of triglycerides, a type of fat found in the blood, may have a lower...
Heavy cannabis use may affect memory function
A large new study has found that heavy cannabis use is linked to lower brain activity during tasks that involve working memory. The research, published in JAMA...
During family vacation, 39-year-old mother’s heart stopped at a water park
During a Fourth of July weekend with their two children, Tara and Tyler Yell visited a water park about 90 minutes from their home...
Best stroke recovery exercises for people over 50
Recovering from a stroke can be challenging, especially for people over 50. A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is blocked or...
Research shows surprising cause of rheumatoid arthritis
A team of scientists from the University of Colorado has made an important discovery that could change how we understand and possibly prevent rheumatoid...
These blood pressure drugs may increase heart failure risk in women
A recent study from the University of Bologna has found that women taking beta-blockers for high blood pressure may have a higher risk of...
Why shingle vaccine can help prevent stroke and heart disease
Shingles is a painful skin condition that many people may not think about until it happens to them. It comes from the same virus...
This FDA-approved drug could reduce pain after surgery
A team of researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina has discovered that a commonly used drug, N-acetylcysteine (NAC), could help reduce pain...
Study shows big cause of diabetes in older people
Scientists from Tokyo Metropolitan University have discovered a possible reason why older adults are more likely to develop diabetes. Their research shows that as...
Marijuana use linked to bigger high blood pressure death risk
A recent study from Georgia State University has revealed a surprising connection between marijuana use and high blood pressure. According to the research, people...