Alcohol can speed up Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
A study conducted by scientists at Wake Forest University has uncovered a troubling link between alcohol consumption and the faster development of Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer's,...
Scientists detect electric currents in the gut that attract harmful bacteria like salmonella
Researchers at UC Davis Health have uncovered a surprising new way that harmful bacteria like Salmonella find their way into the body: by following...
How GLP-1 weight loss drugs affect the liver
Drugs such as Ozempic, Rybelsus and Wegovy have made news for their abilities to treat diabetes and encourage weight loss.
These drugs, called glucagon-like peptide-1...
A new pandemic could ride in on animals we eat, scientists warn
A new study warns that the animals we consume could be the source of a future pandemic, driven by the rise of antimicrobial resistance...
Understanding the causes of chronic liver disease
Chronic liver disease is a serious condition that affects the liver over a long period, often leading to life-threatening complications. The liver is a...
Foods to avoid with high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition that can lead to serious health problems like heart disease and stroke. Managing...
Short mindful breathing eases cancer pain and anxiety
A recent study published in the BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care suggests that just 20 minutes of mindful breathing can significantly reduce the intensity and unpleasantness...
Scientists find an important cause of early Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have discovered that elevated levels of an enzyme called PHGDH in the blood of older adults...
How to prevent heart attack if you have diabetes
A recent study from the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute and other collaborators has highlighted a promising new approach to preventing serious heart-related events...
Common blood pressure measurements can be inaccurate, study finds
Scientists have recently discovered that the most widely used method for measuring blood pressure, known as the "cuff method," is often inaccurate.
This could mean...