Alzheimer’s risk higher if your mother had cognitive problems
The genetic risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease is more strongly influenced by the mother’s side than the father’s side, a recent study has discovered.
Alzheimer’s...
Common causes of cystic fibrosis people should know
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that mainly affects the lungs and digestive system, leading to severe respiratory and nutritional issues.
It's a condition...
Best time to use rapid tests for COVID-19, flu, and RSV
In many U.S. households, leftover COVID tests have become a common sight.
When symptoms of illness appear, questions naturally follow: When should I test? How...
Scientists find new cause of memory decline in older people
Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have made a groundbreaking discovery about why our brains might not stay as sharp as...
Why olives can be a promising natural treatment for obesity and diabetes
Recent research on elenolic acid, a natural compound found in olives, suggests it can lower blood sugar levels and promote weight loss.
This discovery could...
Time-restricted eating could manage type 2 diabetes
Time-restricted eating, which involves eating fewer meals at regular intervals and fasting for 12 to 14 hours (typically overnight), may help reduce the risk...
Research shows important causes of Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body dementia
Millions of people in the United States suffer from Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). These conditions are not just about movement issues...
Research finds important cause of type 2 diabetes
In the global health landscape, diabetes stands out as a prevalent and persistent challenge, affecting approximately 415 million people worldwide. The vast majority of...
Popular high blood pressure pill might cause problems
Researchers at Columbia University have been studying chlorthalidone, a pill commonly given to people with high blood pressure.
They found that this medication might cause...
New ketamine pill shows promise for treating severe depression
A new pill that releases ketamine slowly over time could treat severe depression without causing the psychedelic side effects often associated with the drug.
Early...