Study finds new cause of dementia and memory loss
Dementia is a serious brain condition that affects millions of people around the world. It causes a gradual loss of memory and thinking skills....
Scientists discover new disease that causes inflammation and liver damage
In an exciting breakthrough, scientists have identified a brand-new genetic disease called Lyn kinase-associated vasculopathy and liver fibrosis, or LAVLI. This rare condition is...
Simple steps to prevent high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems around the world. It’s often called the “silent killer”...
Understanding stomach cancer: what you need to know
Stomach cancer, also called gastric cancer, is not something most people think about until it touches their lives.
But it is a serious illness that...
Study finds new cause of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s Disease is a serious illness that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a progressive condition, meaning it gets worse over time.
People with...
Volunteer EMT skipped his own checkups – until chest pain knocked him to his...
TJ Smith knew better than to let a decade pass without seeing a doctor.
After all, he was a volunteer EMT in Powhatan, Virginia. He...
Why good sleep is essential for a healthy heart
Most people know that sleep helps us feel rested and alert, but many don’t realize how deeply connected sleep is to heart health.
In fact,...
She survived a stroke at 21. Now, she helps other survivors find meaning in...
The spring of Molly Buccola's senior year at Santa Clara University, she ran the Los Angeles marathon. The next month, she and her boyfriend...
Scientists find hidden cause of lung cancer
When most people think of lung cancer, smoking is usually the first cause that comes to mind. But surprisingly, up to 1 in 5...
Diabetes and weight loss drugs may also boost mental well-being, study finds
A major new study from King’s College London suggests that medications used to treat diabetes and obesity may also help improve emotional health.
These drugs,...