New sensor can detect cognitive change in older drivers early
In the United States, a significant number of older adults continue to drive, despite many facing the challenges of mild cognitive impairment—a condition that...
How type 2 diabetes affects men and women uniquely
Type 2 diabetes is a common condition that impacts how your body processes blood sugar (glucose). While it affects both men and women, research...
Scientists find new link between diabetes and Alzheimer’s
Imagine your body as a bustling city where everything usually runs smoothly.
In this city, there are workers (proteins) that have specific jobs to keep...
How to control high blood pressure if you have kidney disease
Managing high blood pressure when you also have kidney disease can feel like walking a tightrope.
Both conditions affect each other in ways that can...
Hours of heat exposure can give you a stroke
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open reveals a worrying connection between high temperatures and the risk of acute ischemic stroke (AIS), the...
An EMT’s heart stopped during a 10K race. A cop saved him with CPR.
Willie Hatchett was eager and ready for the start of the Peachtree Road Race, a 10K held on July 4 in Atlanta. Hatchett had...
AI can help predict liver cancer risk
A team from UC Davis Health is pioneering the use of machine learning to predict liver cancer risk more accurately.
Their new work focuses on...
Best and worst drinks for people with diabetes
Living with diabetes means making thoughtful choices about what you eat and drink every day. Drinks, in particular, can be tricky. Some can help...
What you need to know about heart failure and swollen feet
Heart failure, a condition where the heart can't pump blood as well as it should, affects millions worldwide. It's a serious health concern that...
Understanding the effects of alcohol on blood pressure control
When it comes to managing high blood pressure, what you eat and drink plays a crucial role, including how alcohol affects your body.
This review...