Can body contouring influence long-term weight loss post-bariatric surgery?
A recent study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery challenges the previously held belief that body contouring surgeries aid in long-term weight loss or...
Scientists find the best temperature for older people to sleep well
As we age, a good night's sleep becomes increasingly elusive.
While numerous medical and behavioral interventions have aimed to tackle sleep issues, the importance of...
Get moving and stay social to reduce your dementia risk
Ever worried that dementia could be in your future, especially if it runs in your family?
A new study shows that some really simple stuff—like...
Night shift work might affect your brain health, study shows
The Trouble with Working Night Shifts
A new study from York University in Canada suggests that working night shifts or having a constantly changing work...
Scientists find the Link between poor sleep, brain inflammation, and Alzheimer’s risk
Sleep and Alzheimer’s: What’s the Connection?
New research suggests that poor sleep might be one of the earliest warning signs of Alzheimer's disease, thanks to...
Smoking before 20 makes it more addictive, study finds
The Impact of Early Smoking
A study presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2023 has brought new insights into the relationship between...
Seven healthy habits linked to lower risk of dementia, 20-year study finds
New research reveals that adhering to seven healthy lifestyle factors, known as the American Heart Association's Life's Simple 7, could significantly lower the risk...
Unhealthy lifestyles before 60 linked to nursing home stays later
How Lifestyles Affect Nursing Home Admissions
New research suggests that people over 60 who don't take care of themselves are much more likely to end...
Fitbits get it right on activity, but not so much on sleep, study finds
You’ve probably seen people wearing Fitbits to track their steps, sleep, and more.
These gadgets have become really popular, but how accurate are they?
A new...
What your hands say about your health
Your hands reveal a lot about the state of your health. This is something that has been recognised since at least the time of...