New osteoporosis care may prevent fractures before they happen
For a long time, older adults who broke their hip mostly worked with orthopedic doctors to regain strength and movement. But for many patients,...
Why managing holiday stress is vital for women’s heart health
The holiday season can be a joyful time, but for many women, it also brings extra stress. Busy schedules, family responsibilities, and high expectations...
Obesity and inflammation may increase lung aging and COPD risk
A new study from Brazil has found that damage to the lungs in younger adults isn't just caused by smoking.
Obesity and inflammation in the...
5 things to know about folinic acid and autism
As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) moves closer to approving folinic acid as an official treatment for a brain-related condition linked to...
How red onion skin may help lower high blood pressure
Scientists at the University of Bonn have made an interesting discovery about red onion skins.
They found that an extract made from the skins may...
Sunlight can help control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
A new study suggests that something as simple as sitting near a window and enjoying natural sunlight for a few hours each day might...
Poor kidney function may increase levels of Alzheimer’s markers in blood
A new study published in the journal Neurology has found that people with poor kidney function tend to have higher levels of Alzheimer’s-related proteins...
Frailty and depression together may greatly raise dementia risk
A large international study has found that when older adults have both physical frailty and depression, their risk of developing dementia rises sharply.
The researchers...
Disrupted body clocks could increase heart disease and diabetes risk
Our bodies run on a natural 24-hour cycle called the circadian rhythm, which tells us when to sleep, eat, and be active. But today’s...
Study finds a hidden cause of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a serious brain condition that slowly affects how a person moves. It can cause shaking, stiffness, balance problems, and slow movements.
Other...