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Jul 30, 2022 … If you thought that preventing gum disease is only to the benefit of your oral hygiene, think again. Gum disease, also called periodontitis, can be a prelude to more serious health problems far beyond your mouth. As it turns out, the health of your gums can dictate long term health from head to toe. Millions…

Jul 29, 2022 … PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Millions of parents may have to think twice about giving their young children antibiotics. Scientists from Rutgers University have found that exposure to antibiotics early in life can kill healthy bacteria in the digestive tract, potentially leading to persistent, long-term allergies and asthma problems. Study authors say this is the strongest collective…

Jul 28, 2022 … CHICAGO — Rapidly losing the sense of smell could help doctors detect Alzheimer’s disease years before symptoms emerge, a new study says. Scientists from the University of Chicago say losing the olfactory sense — a condition called anosmia — appears to be one of the first symptoms of the disease. It predicts changes in brain…

Jul 26, 2022 … SHEFFIELD, United Kingdom — Children who spend their first 10 years living near parks or green spaces grow up to have better lung health, a new study finds. A team in Portugal found that green spaces boost respiration, reducing the risk of asthma and other breathing problems. Lungs develop in five stages, with the first…

Jul 25, 2022 … DALLAS — Naps can feel refreshing, but they may not be all that healthy for you. Chinese researchers have found that napping frequently leads to a higher risk for high blood pressure and stroke. Researchers from Xiangya Hospital Central South University analyzed whether napping regularly could have a link to poor cardiovascular health. This is…

Jul 24, 2022 … Coffee lovers around the world who reach for their favorite morning brew probably aren’t thinking about the ways it improves their health. Most people are drinking coffee simply because of its ability to provide a much-needed energy boost from caffeine. However, according to numerous studies, coffee also offers fantastic health benefits. There’s no shortage of…

Jul 21, 2022 … OXFORD, United Kingdom — Just one small glass of wine each day could lead to the onset of Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease, new research warns. Specifically, researchers from the University of Oxford say consuming just seven units of alcohol a week – half the recommended maximum – fuels iron accumulation in the brain. They add…

Jul 20, 2022 … It’s no secret that drinking tea is good for you. Could it possibly be the healthiest drink in the world? Tea has been an integral part of traditional medicine for thousands of years and is revered as a cure-all in many Asian countries. It also serves as a great substitute for folks who needing a…

Jul 20, 2022 … MINNEAPOLIS – Going for a brisk walk or bike ride speeds up mental agility among women, but not for men, according to new research. Researchers with the American Academy of Neurology note, however, that mental activities like quizzes and crossword puzzles do boost brain power for both sexes. The study is the first to identify…

Jul 18, 2022 … ROCHESTER, N.Y. — It’s a common belief that if someone tries to walk and perform another task at the same time, they’ll end up doing neither very well. However, a new study finds the ability to walk while concentrating on something else — like using a smartphone — is a skill that many people are…

Jul 18, 2022 … SEATTLE — Should the new age limit for alcohol be 40 years-old? A new study says avoiding booze is the only way for younger people to avoid risking damage to their health. The findings reveal that just one drink a day is too much for anyone under 40, however, there could be some health benefits…

Jul 15, 2022 … CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Losing the male sex chromosome could be the ticket to an earlier death for many men, a new study finds. Researchers have found that Y chromosome loss is a fairly common occurrence as men age. However, the study finds it also causes the heart muscle to scar — leading to heart failure. University…

Jul 14, 2022 … SHENZHEN, China — Super skinny people are more likely to be couch potatoes than others with a normal or high body mass index (BMI), a new study says. Researchers in China have found that it’s not more activity and less food which keeps many people fitting into a size small, they’re actually just “running hotter”…

Jul 14, 2022 … TORONTO, Ontario — Drinking, smoking, and having diabetes can age your brain by up to 20 years more than healthy people, a new study reveals. Scientists in Toronto say lifestyle habits and certain health conditions could be more important than age when it comes to developing dementia. They looked at eight different risk factors, also…

Jul 14, 2022 … COLCHESTER, United Kingdom — If your marriage or relationship is on the rocks, new research out of the United Kingdom suggests you and your partner are better off trying couples therapy than oxytocin supplements. Scientists from the University of Essex and Cardiff University report “love hormone” supplements are unlikely to magically save troubled marriages. Nasal oxytocin…

Jul 13, 2022 … GUANGZHOU, China — Using light, scientists have created microscopic robots out of white blood cells which could treat and prevent life-threatening illnesses. The tiny machines are made of cells called neutrophils and researchers believe they could revolutionize modern medicine. “Neutrobots” can deliver drugs to precise locations in the body under the direction of laser beams.…

Jul 10, 2022 … RALEIGH, N.C. — For people afraid of needles, an inhalable version of the COVID-19 vaccine may soon be available. Promising results from recent studies tested show that the inhaler successfully delivered the vaccine to the lungs. Moreover, the inhalable COVID vaccine can be stored for up to three months at room temperature. Despite multiple approved…

Jul 08, 2022 … NEW YORK — Are sleep deprived people simply getting to bed too late? A new survey finds the answer is actually no. For most adults, the average time their head hits the pillow is actually 9:54 p.m. — and many say they still wake up feeling awful the next day! In a poll of 2,000…

Jul 06, 2022 … MINNEAPOLIS — A rare group of autoimmune and neurological disorders called “stiff person syndrome” could be treatable by replacing plasma in a patient’s blood, according to a new study. The debilitating illness often causes fluctuating muscle rigidity in the trunk and limbs and a heightened sensitivity to stimuli such as noise, touch, and emotional distress.…

Jun 30, 2022 … BOSTON — A new gene discovered by scientists can increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease in women. Until now, the most well-known gene variant which increases Alzheimer’s risk in people over 65 has been APOE ε4 allele. Roughly 60 percent of people of European descent carry this particular gene. However, just one in four people in…

Jun 28, 2022 … BARCELONA, Spain — A drug for treating HIV may also have the ability to help individuals with Down syndrome who deal with cognitive impairment. Researchers say tests on mice reveal that lamivudine improves cognition, which is a key problem for people with the genetic condition. Lamivudine is a prescription medication approved for use in the United…