A little-understood sleep disorder affects millions and has clear links to dementia – 4...
A little-known and poorly understood sleep disorder that occurs during the rapid eye movement, or REM, stage of sleep has been garnering attention for...
Moving more and sitting less can prevent high blood pressure, diabetes
The American Heart Association (AHA) has released a statement advising doctors to encourage healthy adults with slightly elevated blood pressure or cholesterol to engage...
Treating fatty liver disease by shrinking the stomach
Have you heard of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)? This liver condition is becoming more common, especially among people who are overweight.
Now, researchers from...
Why surfing can be beneficial for people with brain injuries
Nothing quite beats riding a wave for the first time. And our research suggests you don’t have to be a pro to benefit from...
Managing heart risk may keep physical function in older people
A new study, published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, suggests that the management of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors may help in...
Depression drug may help slow reproductive aging
A recent study conducted by researchers at Northwestern University has uncovered a surprising benefit of SSRIs.
Deaf weight wise: A weight loss program made for the deaf, by the deaf
a specialized weight loss program called Deaf Weight Wise is making a difference. This program was created by Deaf people for Deaf people.
Sleep pills and dementia risk: What you need to know
Sleep is essential for our overall health and well-being. However, some people may struggle with sleep problems and turn to sleep medications for help.
Recently,...
Deep sleep may protect against memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease
New research from the University of California, Berkeley suggests that deep sleep, also known as non-REM slow-wave sleep, may help mitigate memory loss in...
Almshouses: A place to call home and live longer!
Almshouses are special community housing for people in need.
They provide a safe and affordable place to live while fostering a sense of togetherness among...