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Poor sleep in midlife may lead to memory problems later, study finds

A new study suggests that people who experience disrupted sleep in their 30s and 40s may have a higher chance of developing memory and...

Exercise can’t undo the heart risks of sugary drinks, study finds

A new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has found that regular physical activity does not cancel out the harmful effects...

Virtual reality can strongly improve stroke rehabilitation

Stroke survivors often struggle with weakened limbs, making it hard to regain full movement. Rehabilitation techniques like mirror therapy are commonly used to help...

Treating gum disease may lower risk of irregular heartbeat

A new study suggests that treating gum disease within three months of a heart procedure for atrial fibrillation (AFib) may reduce oral inflammation and...

This Girl Scout labeled her dad ‘My Hero’ on her phone. 11 days after...

Vada Carawan was 2 when air conditioning fluid spilled onto her dad's hands, leaving them burned, blistered and unusable for about five months. Too...

Daily sugary drink linked to higher risk of liver disease and cancer

A new study has found that drinking sugar-sweetened beverages daily may significantly increase the risk of liver cancer and death from chronic liver disease. Researchers...

Scientists discover a better first choice for high blood pressure treatment

High blood pressure is a common health issue, but choosing the right medication for treatment can be challenging. Doctors have five main types of medicines to...

These common drugs may affect your memory function

Many people take medications to manage common health conditions, but some drugs may have unexpected side effects. A recent study from the University of California,...

Why do so many people refuse cholesterol-lowering statins?

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming a life every 34 seconds, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To...

What you need to know about safer pain medicine use

Everyone has experienced pain at some point, whether from a scraped knee, a sore tooth, or a minor injury. In most cases, the pain...