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Diabetes linked to DNA: Study

Researchers have found a link between certain variations in DNA and the development of type 2 diabetes that may explain why some individuals get the disease while those with similar lifestyles do not. A team of scientists has published their findings in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, stating that some genetic defects ...click here to read more

Common exercise injuries and prevention tips

Working out too much or too hard without adequate stretching and resting may cause injuries due to overuse of the muscles—this can throw off your entire fitness regimen. Learn which injuries are the most common and how to avoid them by reading below, so you can continue to exercise safely. Sprained ankle. One of the ...click here to read more

Your risk of heart disease goes up because of this

When it comes to protecting your heart, you know the drill: Eat well, don’t smoke, reduce stress, exercise, mind your alcohol, and manage other conditions like blood pressure and cholesterol. High blood pressure and cholesterol are large contributing factors associated with heart disease and heart attack, so taking these two under control should be a ...click here to read more

New treatment discovered for COPD and other lung diseases

A new drug may soon be available to better treat lung diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The latest study looked at the efficiency of the drug to treat COPD and other lung diseases. The drug contains FPS-ZM1, which was found to respond to inflammation in COPD during mouse trials. Researcher Se-Ran Yang explained, ...click here to read more

New type of medication found to fight age-related diseases

A study conducted by Eric Prossnitz of The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center has identified a protein, NOX1, that causes cellular aging. Researchers also discovered a new class of drugs to effectively block the gene expression that produces NOX1, this way slowing down cellular aging. Prossnitz observed mice that lacked a receptor called ...click here to read more

How long does menopause last?

Menopause is a natural part of aging for women, beginning on average at the age of 51. The period that is often referred to as menopause is actually called perimenopause, one of the three stages of menopause. Perimenopause is the time when a woman’s body begins to transition into menopause, and it is marked by ...click here to read more

Home remedies for ovarian cysts

In many cases, they are harmless, but there are situations where women will require relief from ovarian cyst pain, so it is worth noting that there are home remedies for them. Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can develop in or on the surface of a woman’s ovaries. The majority of women will have at ...click here to read more

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Gaps in osteoporosis treatment uncovered

Osteoporosis is a bone disease that commonly affects post-menopausal women, and with the rising number of elderly, cases of osteoporosis are on the rise. It can lead to devastating fractures and disability for seniors, which not only negatively impact their quality of life, but can increase the risk of illness or disease. Although there is ...click here to read more

8 ways your bones change as you age

As we age, bone health becomes a big concern. The older we get the more susceptible we become to bone diseases like osteoporosis. The loss of bone density puts our bones at risk for fractures and breaks which can negatively impact the quality of our life. Developing a disability in the old age as a ...click here to read more

What causes numbness and tingling in legs?

Numbness and tingling can occur in one or both legs and comes with a variety of symptoms. Continue reading to learn why this sensation occurs, potential complications that may arise, and when you should notify your doctor, as well as some common remedies to treat your pain. Symptoms of numbness and tingling in legs Some ...click here to read more

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