Dangerous blood pressure spikes are sending more older people to the hospital
A new study from Yale University has found something worrying: more older Americans are being rushed to the hospital for dangerous jumps in blood...
5 natural ways to ease arthritis and joint pain
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints. It can make simple daily activities, like walking or picking up...
Research shows major cause of brain bleeds in older people
Scientists at the University of California, Irvine, have made a surprising discovery that may change how we think about brain bleeding, especially in older...
Listening to music may strongly reduce dementia risk
A new study has found that listening to music after the age of 70 may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of...
Kidney disease now affects nearly 800 million people worldwide
A new global study has revealed that chronic kidney disease (CKD) is becoming a major health concern around the world.
The number of people living...
Vitamin D3 slashes second heart attack risk in half
A new study shows that giving heart attack survivors a personalized plan to manage their vitamin D3 levels could cut their chances of having...
Reptiles pee crystals could help fight kidney stones
If you've never owned a reptile, it might surprise you to learn that many reptiles do not pee liquid like humans do. Instead, they...
Even a few cigarettes a day can greatly damage your heart
A major review of long-term health data has revealed that even smoking just a few cigarettes a day can seriously increase your risk of...
Eat more potassium, not just less salt, to lower blood pressure
Many people know that eating too much salt can raise blood pressure. But new research from the University of Waterloo in Canada suggests that...
Common liver supplement may boost cancer treatment
Immunotherapy is a treatment that helps the body’s own immune system fight cancer. It has worked well for several cancers like those of the...