Think twice before popping that sleep pill: what you need to know
Are you one of the many Americans who reach for a sleep aid when you're tossing and turning? If so, you’re far from alone.
But...
Sleep drugs may be linked to increased risk of dementia in older people
New research published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease suggests that the use of sleep medications is associated with an increased risk of developing...
The surprising link between inflammation and weight loss after bariatric surgery
Obesity is a growing concern that costs the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK around £6 billion a year, a number projected to...
Job security can extend your life, new study finds
In today's working world, many people work in jobs that offer little security or benefits. These jobs might pay low wages, offer no job...
The hidden link between inflammation and weight loss surgery success
The Big Problem: Obesity and Its Cost
Obesity is a growing problem, not just for individual health but also for healthcare systems. In the UK,...
The link between memory, eating, and obesity
Researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania have made an exciting discovery: the connections in certain brain circuits related...
Plant-based diet may help allergic diseases in obesity
Allergic diseases, characterized by chronic inflammation and aberrant immune responses, can affect various parts of the body such as the lungs, skin, and nasal...
Human-following robots can boost health aging for older adults
A study conducted by Newcastle University researchers shows that human-following robots have the potential to support the mobility and well-being of older adults.
Published in...
Phone-based therapy boosts mental health after weight loss surgery
Weight loss surgeries like bariatric procedures are increasingly becoming a last-resort solution for people struggling with obesity.
While the surgeries often work well for losing...
Sleep apnea treatment also helps reduce night-time heartburn and coughing
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder where people have trouble breathing while they sleep. Often, they snore loudly and wake up frequently during the...