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Medical marijuana for pain relief may increase heart risk

A recent study from Gentofte University Hospital in Denmark suggests that using medical marijuana for chronic pain might slightly increase the risk of heart...

Eating egg linked to higher breast, ovary and prostate cancer risks, study finds

A recent study from Harvard University has identified a potential connection between eating eggs and the risk of developing certain types of cancer, particularly...

Antibiotics are linked to cognitive decline in middle-aged women

A recent study from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard has uncovered a potential link between antibiotics use in middle-aged women and an increased risk...

How breathing exercises can prevent chronic respiratory infections

Chronic respiratory infections, like bronchitis or pneumonia, can make life difficult, especially for people with conditions such as asthma, COPD, or weakened immune systems. These...

Blood pressure drugs may strongly impact brain health

Researchers from the University of Minnesota have uncovered an unexpected benefit of blood pressure medications: they can enhance the brain's natural opioid system. This discovery...

12 questions to ask for better brain health in 2024

Improving your brain health in the new year can start with a simple step, talking with your neurologist or primary care physician about 12...

How to manage erectile dysfunction if you have diabetes

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common challenge for men with diabetes, affecting up to 50% of those with the condition. Diabetes can make it harder...

Why is skin disease psoriasis linked to heart disease?

Scientists from The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University have found evidence suggesting a possible causal relationship between psoriasis and heart disease. This research provides...

Diabetes and immunity: The hidden danger of high blood sugar you need to know

A team of researchers from the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) has uncovered a key reason why people with type 2 diabetes (T2D) are...

Your lifestyle choices could be aging your brain—here’s how to protect it

New research from the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Thompson Institute shows that the way you live your life could be aging your brain...