Back Pain May Be Signs of Serious Health Problems
Many people think of back pain as a simple physical problem caused by aging, poor posture, lifting heavy objects, or spending too much time...
New Eye Lens Could Help People See Clearly Without Glasses
A new type of artificial eye lens may help many people see clearly at different distances without needing glasses after surgery.
The lens was designed...
How Americans Really Use Marijuana
Marijuana use has become increasingly common across the United States as more states legalize cannabis for medical or recreational purposes.
But while many people know...
This Simple Eating Schedule Could Help Prevent Diabetes and Obesity
Many people focus on what they eat when trying to improve their health, but scientists are increasingly interested in another important question: when do...
New Technology Could Measure Blood Pressure Without a Cuff
Scientists at Boston University have developed a promising new technology that could one day allow people to measure their blood pressure using wearable devices...
Meth and Fentanyl Fuel a Deadly New Wave of Overdose Deaths Across America
A growing public health crisis is spreading across the United States as deaths linked to methamphetamine continue to rise at an alarming rate.
What was...
Why an X-Ray Could Make Knee Arthritis Seem Worse
Millions of people around the world live with ongoing knee pain, and one of the most common causes is osteoarthritis. In Australia alone, more...
This Hidden Heart Protein Problem Could Lead to Life-Saving Treatments
Scientists at The Ohio State University have made an important discovery that could help doctors better treat dangerous heart rhythm disorders.
Their research focused on...
These Early Warning Signs of Heart Failure Could Save Your Life
Heart failure is a serious medical condition that affects millions of people around the world. Despite its name, heart failure does not mean that...
Scientists May Have Found a Way to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide and is one of the leading causes of heart disease, kidney disease, vision problems,...