Why heat waves are more dangerous than you think, and how to stay safe
The numbers are staggering. In what the National Weather Service has described as a "never-ending heat wave," records continued to fall across the West...
Short or long sleep increases risk of blood vessel damage in diabetics
New research presented at the Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Madrid reveals that people recently diagnosed...
‘Night owls’ show better brain performance
A study from Imperial College London has found a link between people's sleep preferences and their brain function. Specifically, those who prefer evening activities,...
Sleep apnea linked to higher risk of heart disease, study finds
A study by researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center has found that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is linked to a higher risk of heart...
Scientists discover new hormone that strengthens bones
Researchers at UC San Francisco (UCSF) and UC Davis have made an exciting discovery about a hormone that keeps the bones of breastfeeding women...
Exercise boosts brain function in older adults for years
A study by researchers at the University of Queensland has found that high-intensity interval exercise can improve brain function in older adults for up...
Older weight loss drugs are in demand. But are they safe or effective? Should...
With Ozempic-type weight loss drugs in short supply, more people are turning to old-school weight loss drugs such as Qsymia and Contrave, which come...
Scientists transform fat cells to help burn calories
A new study from UC San Francisco shows that it is possible to turn regular white fat cells, which store calories, into beige fat...
Protein-rich diets may impact your gut health and weight
Recent research has explored the effects of protein-rich diets on the gut microbiome and overall health.
While Western diets increasingly include more protein, especially among...
Acupuncture improves sleep in people with Parkinson’s disease
A study published on June 26 in JAMA Network Open reveals that acupuncture can enhance sleep quality in individuals with Parkinson's disease.
The research, led...