The blood pressure number after 60 that could save your life
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems among older adults. It often develops slowly over many years...
The quiet damage alcohol can cause to your liver
Your liver is one of the hardest‑working parts of your body, yet most people rarely think about it until something goes wrong. This large...
This lightweight exoskeleton could make walking easier after stroke
A new wearable robotic device could make walking easier for people recovering from stroke.
Engineers at the University of Utah have developed a lightweight hip...
Scientists find the hidden cause behind chronic tendon pain
Tendon pain is a problem that affects millions of people, from professional athletes to ordinary adults who simply stay active.
Conditions such as Achilles tendon...
Exercise does not really ease arthritis pain, study finds
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint diseases in the world, especially among older adults.
It happens when the protective cartilage that cushions the...
Study finds the real key to heart health
Many people try to improve their health by following popular diets that focus on cutting carbohydrates or reducing fat.
Low-carb diets often limit foods like...
Could a hidden lung germ quietly cause Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most feared illnesses of aging. It slowly destroys memory, thinking ability, and independence.
For many years, scientists have focused...
Common pain reliever in pregnancy not linked to autism or ADHD
Many pregnant women worry about what medicines are safe to take, especially when they have pain or fever.
One of the most commonly used medications...
Scientists find new way to potentially reverse Alzheimer’s damage process
A new laboratory breakthrough is giving scientists a clearer view of a chemical process linked to Alzheimer’s disease—and it could help guide the design...
How a simple urinary infection can suddenly worsen dementia in older adults
Urinary tract infections, often called UTIs, are common and usually easy to treat in younger people. They can cause pain, burning during urination, and...