How exercise sends “tiny messengers” to protect the pancreas and prevent diabetes
Exercise has long been praised for keeping the body healthy, but scientists are still discovering how it protects us at the cellular level.
A new...
The world’s oldest dogs may hold the secret to staying strong in old age
Some of the oldest-living dogs on Earth are helping scientists uncover new clues about how to stay healthy and resilient in old age.
Researchers at...
Free online Tai Chi program could ease chronic knee pain, study finds
A new Australian study has found that a free online Tai Chi program can significantly reduce knee pain and improve movement in people with...
Can stronger blood pressure treatment protect you against stroke?
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a serious health problem that doesn’t always come with warning signs.
Even if you feel fine, high blood...
Millions of Americans may carry hidden genetic risks for cancer, study finds
New research from the Cleveland Clinic reveals that about 5% of Americans—roughly 17 million people—may carry genetic mutations that increase their risk of developing...
Blood pressure pill could help stop diabetic kidney damage
Scientists from the University of Bristol have found something exciting that could help people with diabetes avoid serious kidney problems.
About 40% of people with...
Are your medications secretly raising your blood pressure?
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a serious health issue that can lead to heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage.
Many people try to...
A cheap, safe drug could help prevent heart attacks without bleeding risks
Heart attacks are one of the top causes of death in the United States.
Most treatments today try to break down blood clots after they’ve...
Mini-strokes: a serious warning sign you shouldn’t ignore
A mini-stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack or TIA, happens when the blood flow to part of the brain gets blocked for...
Why lower blood pressure could mean longer life
A major new study has found that keeping blood pressure under strict control can protect the heart and even save lives.
This is especially true...