Daytime sleepiness in older women may be linked to double dementia risk
Women in their 80s who become sleepier during the day over several years may have a higher risk of developing dementia, according to a...
These things may double stroke risk in people under 50
New research shows that younger adults who have migraines or other unusual health issues may face double the risk of stroke compared to those...
Chronic pain may strongly increase high blood pressure risk
A new study has found that chronic pain may raise the risk of developing high blood pressure.
The study, published in the American Heart Association...
Can a constipation drug protect failing kidneys?
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious condition that affects millions of people around the world. As the disease gets worse, many patients end...
Simple blood test could better predict heart disease risk
For nearly 60 years, doctors have used blood cholesterol levels to find out who is at high risk of heart disease.
But a new study...
This diet may reduce death risk in people with type 2 diabetes
A major new study has shown that people with type 2 diabetes can lower their risk of early death by eating a healthy diet...
Scientists find better way to treat back pain in older adults
About 20 years ago, Gregory Hicks started a research journey that few people in the United States were exploring at the time: studying long-term...
Your lower blood pressure number could predict dementia and stroke
When you visit the doctor and get your blood pressure checked, the machine wraps around your arm, squeezes it, and then gives two numbers.
Most...
Could boosting “happiness chemical” help prevent Alzheimer’s?
A new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine has found a possible link between low serotonin levels and memory problems in older adults.
The study, published...
Certain blood pressure drugs are linked to higher suicide risk
A new study from Canada has raised concerns about a possible link between a type of blood pressure medication and a higher risk of...