Category Archives: Health News

A large study published in BMJ Public Health found that people who cycle or walk to work or school might have better mental and physical health than those who don’t. The research showed the greatest health benefits among cyclists, who had a 47% lower risk of dying from any cause. Active travel, which includes walking ...click here to read more

About 0.5 million people have Parkinson’s disease in the United States, as per the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Experts think the actual number might be twice as high. Many people live with Parkinson’s Disease for a while before being diagnosed. Poor sleep quality severely affects the lives of people with Parkinson’s disease and speeds ...click here to read more

A new study by researchers from University College London (UCL) has discovered that risk factors for dementia related to heart health have increased over time, while other factors like smoking and lower levels of education have decreased in importance. The study, which was published in The Lancet Public Health, looked at how these risk factors ...click here to read more

A groundbreaking study has discovered that adults with a history of low back pain can significantly delay the return of their pain by simply walking regularly. This is a crucial finding because low back pain is a widespread issue affecting around 800 million people globally and is a major cause of disability and reduced quality ...click here to read more

An international study has revealed significant findings regarding the risk of arthritis in individuals with psoriasis. So far, the study has included 712 patients, which is 25% of the total studied and has shown a substantial number of them experiencing joint problems. This research, conducted by experts from Oxford University, University College Dublin, and supported ...click here to read more

Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the knee joint. While doctors know that physical activity can help ease these symptoms, only about one out of every ten people with knee OA actually exercises regularly. Researchers at the University of South Australia conducted a unique study to understand why people ...click here to read more

Two new studies to be presented at the SLEEP 2024 annual meeting highlight that narcolepsy is a significant risk factor for adverse cardiac events and cardiovascular disease. The studies reveal that individuals with narcolepsy, compared to those without the condition, face a 77% higher risk of developing any cardiovascular disease and an 82% higher risk ...click here to read more

Dehydration can cause a range of issues, from minor mood changes to serious health problems. Penn State’s Department of Biobehavioral Health researchers studied how dehydration affects thinking skills. They discovered that even being a little dehydrated can make it harder for people to focus on tasks for a long time. This highlights the importance of ...click here to read more

Aerobic training is known to control blood pressure more effectively when done in the evening compared to the morning. Researchers in Brazil at the University of São Paulo’s School of Physical Education and Sports (EEFE-USP) found that exercising in the evening helps regulate blood pressure better due to improved cardiovascular control by the autonomic nervous ...click here to read more

Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have discovered a genetic link connecting inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) with Parkinson’s disease (PD). This discovery could lead to new treatments that address both conditions. The research team, led by Dr. Meltem Ece Kars, Dr. Inga Peter, and Dr. Yuval Itan, used advanced genomic techniques ...click here to read more

At the recent University of Colorado Department of Medicine’s Research Day, Dr. Christine Swanson talked about her study on whether getting enough sleep could help prevent osteoporosis. Dr. Swanson explained that osteoporosis can happen for various reasons, like hormonal changes, aging, and lifestyle habits. Some patients she sees have osteoporosis without a clear reason. So, ...click here to read more

A recent study published in Nature Mental Health has revealed that eating a balanced, healthy diet isn’t just good for our bodies—it’s great for our brains too. Researchers from the University of Warwick looked into how the foods we choose affect not only our physical health but also our mental well-being. They studied a large ...click here to read more

A recent trial suggests that controlling blood sugar levels in stroke patients who’ve received powerful clot-busting drugs could improve their chances of survival. High blood sugar increases the risk of a dangerous brain bleed after clot-busting drugs reopen blocked brain arteries. This was seen particularly in older patients who had experienced severe strokes, researchers found. ...click here to read more

Recent research suggests that engaging in physical activity can decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease by reducing stress-related signals in the brain. A study was led by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). It was published in the American College of Cardiology Journal. The research discovered that individuals facing stress-related conditions such as depression saw ...click here to read more