Obesity May Be Behind Far More Cancer Cases Than Anyone Realized
Carrying extra body weight has long been linked to a higher risk of several types of cancer. Scientists have known about this connection for...
Simple Blood Test May Predict Alzheimer’s Years Before Symptoms Appear
Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia and slowly damages memory, thinking, and the ability to carry out everyday tasks.
Scientists know that...
Watching Too Much TV in Midlife May Age Your Brain Faster
Many people grew up hearing that watching too much television would 'rot your brain.' While that saying is exaggerated, a new study suggests there...
New Therapy May Increase Survival in Deadly Brain Cancer
Glioblastoma is one of the most difficult cancers to treat. It attacks the brain, grows rapidly, and almost always returns after treatment.
Doctors have made...
Hidden Eye Cleaning System Could Help Prevent Blindness
Scientists have made a discovery that could change how doctors understand some of the world's most common eye diseases.
Researchers from the University of British...
Exercise May Rewire Your Heart’s Nerves, Study Shows
Exercise has long been recommended as one of the best ways to keep the heart healthy.
It strengthens the heart muscle, improves blood circulation, and...
Why Alzheimer’s Disease May Steal Your Sleep
Scientists have uncovered a surprising reason why people with Alzheimer's disease often struggle to sleep, and the discovery could eventually lead to new treatments.
Instead...
Why Long-Term Use of Anxiety and Sleep Drugs May Harm the Brain
Anxiety and sleep problems affect millions of people around the world. Doctors often prescribe medicines called benzodiazepines to help people feel calmer or sleep...
This ‘Off Switch’ in the Body Could Stop Chronic Inflammation
Inflammation is one of the body's natural defenses. When you get a cut or catch an infection, your immune system creates short-term inflammation to...
Scientists Find a Surprising Blood Pressure Change After Quitting Smoking
Many people believe that stopping nicotine products will quickly improve heart health.
While quitting is still considered one of the best choices for long-term health,...