Date: 2024/12/05 - 15:31

Study identifies 11 strong predictors for dementia that may aid early diagnosis

A new report has identified several factors that can strongly predict at age 60 if people will develop dementia by 80, including having diabetes, not exercising, having a stroke, and not engaging in hobbies.

Date: 2024/12/05 - 05:00

Eating Dark Chocolate May Help Lower Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

A new observational study concludes that dark chocolate, compared to milk chocolate, could help lower type 2 diabetes risk by 21%. Dark chocolate should be consumed in moderation alongside a healthy, balanced diet low in carbohydrates and sugar and rich in antioxidants.

Date: 2024/12/05 - 02:30

Abnormal prenatal blood test results could indicate hidden maternal cancers

NIH study finds some abnormal results due to colorectal, breast, lung and pancreatic cancers.

Date: 2024/12/04 - 23:00

Cucumbers and Costco Eggs Recalled Over Food Safety Risks: What to Know

Major multistate recalls of cucumbers and eggs sold at Costco have been recalled due to concerns about salmonella contamination.

Date: 2024/12/04 - 16:31

Losing muscle may increase risk of developing dementia

Sarcopenia is linked to an increased risk of dementia, a new study finds, but suggests that older adults may reduce this risk by exercising and consuming adequate protein.

Date: 2024/12/04 - 02:32

How a Surprising Diagnosis from My Cardiologist Led to Open-Heart Surgery

Healthline contributor and former editor David Mills shares how an annual checkup with his cardiologist resulted in a surprising diagnosis that required open-heart surgery.

Date: 2024/12/03 - 19:31

Lenacapavir injection lowers HIV risk by 96%

Lenacapavir, an antiretroviral drug typically used to treat HIV infections, can also effectively prevent them, a phase 3 clinical trial has shown.

Date: 2024/12/03 - 17:31

Eating more plant protein may lower the risk of heart disease as much as 27%

Date: 2024/12/03 - 02:32

Eating More Plant Than Animal Protein May Cut Your Heart Disease Risk

Regularly eating more plant-based than animal protein may significantly lower your cardiovascular and coronary heart disease risk.

Date: 2024/12/02 - 20:00

Ultra-processed foods may trigger, worsen psoriasis flare-ups

Eating diets high in ultra-processed foods such as cereal bars, flavored yogurts, and fast food may make it more likely to have active cases of psoriasis, a new study suggests.