Scientists find how to stop Alzheimer’s before it starts
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, and it affects millions of older adults around the world.
It slowly damages memory, thinking, and...
Scientists find a big hidden cause of high blood pressure
Scientists from Brigham and Women’s Hospital have found that a hormone called aldosterone may play a much bigger role in high blood pressure than...
Big causes of age-related muscle weakness you need to know
Many people assume that losing muscle strength is a natural part of aging. We often think our muscles simply wear out over time, leading...
Yo-yo dieting linked to kidney disease in type 1 diabetes
People with type 1 diabetes who experience frequent weight gain and loss—also known as yo-yo dieting—may face a higher risk of developing kidney disease,...
Blood test may predict risk of severe respiratory disease
A new blood test supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) may help predict who is most likely to develop serious lung diseases...
Too much salt can cause brain inflammation, high blood pressure
A new study from McGill University has found that eating too much salt may do more than just affect your heart and kidneys—it can...
This natural protein can remove toxic clumps behind Alzheimer’s
Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have made an exciting discovery that could change how we understand and treat Alzheimer’s disease.
They found that...
These brain layers get stronger with age
A new study from Germany shows that the human brain may age more gently than we thought—especially in the area responsible for touch.
Researchers from...
Ketamine may not be effective for chronic pain, study shows
Ketamine is often used in hospitals as an anaesthetic to help people relax or manage pain during medical procedures.
In recent years, it has also...
Eating meat may help prevent cancer, study finds
For years, people have heard mixed messages about eating animal-based protein. Some say it’s unhealthy, while others believe it’s an important part of a...