Walking 3,000 additional steps reduces blood pressure in older people
A new study, including efforts from Linda Pescatello, a distinguished professor of kinesiology at UConn, has highlighted the significant benefits of adding just 3,000...
These personality traits linked to lower dementia risk
A recent study by the University of California, Davis and Northwestern University has brought to light an interesting connection between personality traits and the...
Research shows big cause of muscle weakness in older people
As we get older, it's common to notice that our physical strength isn't what it used to be. This change, especially in muscle strength,...
Brain inflammation is linked to Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
Recent research from Brigham and Women's Hospital has shed new light on the progression of Alzheimer's disease (AD), focusing on the role of immune-regulating...
Scientists develop iron-rich peas to tackle anemia
Researchers at the John Innes Centre have made a significant genetic discovery that could revolutionize the way we address iron deficiency anemia.
By mapping the...
Rise in blood pressure upon standing linked to heart disease
A recent study published in the American Heart Association's journal Hypertension has revealed that among young and middle-aged adults with hypertension, a significant rise...
Scientists find a major cause of rheumatoid arthritis
Recent research by the University of Colorado and other institutions has brought to light the potential role of gut bacteria in triggering rheumatoid arthritis...
Brief alcohol intervention can benefit people with high blood pressure
In groundbreaking research by Kaiser Permanente, scientists have discovered that a short-term strategy known as Brief Intervention (BI) can significantly improve health outcomes in...
Researchers unravel the mystery of Long COVID
Some people end up with long-lasting illnesses after being infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. This is called Long COVID.
Symptoms include extreme...
Fitness video games may harm people with diabetes, study finds
Researchers from Staffordshire University and Federal University of Vale do Sao Francisco urge caution for people with type-1 diabetes when using fitness video games,...