Category Archives: Health News

Many Americans are not going for essential visits to their dentist due to high cost. The most affected are working-age adults of which 13 percent reported skipping their dental appointments because of the price tag. Even for people with private insurance, cost was the main reason they didn’t go for regular dental care. Study author ...click here to read more

A derivative of marijuana may be used for hard-to-treat epilepsy, based on two clinical trials. The researchers found that cannabidiol (CBD) helped reduce seizure frequency in children and adults with hard-to-treat forms of epilepsy. The drug is still in its experimental phase and doctors caution that CBD is not a cure for epilepsy. So far, ...click here to read more

A new study has found that just missing out on one hour of sleep can greatly increase one’s risk of a car accident. Researchers found that getting five hours of sleep or less was associated with a fourfold risk of a car accident the following day. That is comparable to driving with blood alcohol levels ...click here to read more

A new study has found that marijuana use among baby boomers is on the rise. Dr. Benjamin Han, geriatrician and health services researcher at the Center for Drug Use and HIV Research (CDUHR), explained, “Given the unprecedented aging of the U.S. population, we are facing a never before seen cohort of older adults who use ...click here to read more

Now that we are in the wake of the holiday season, there are more get-togethers, more parties, more social functions, and most of these involve food. But research suggests that eating in social gatherings leads to overeating, especially among men. Coauthor of the study Kevin Kniffin explained, “Even if men aren’t thinking about it, eating ...click here to read more

Using the mannitol challenge asthma test in non-clinical settings may yield false results. The test is widely accepted as an effective means in diagnosing asthma, but its general accuracy has not been fully explored. The mannitol challenge test is an easy and cost-effective way to detect whether the airways are likely to contract or narrow ...click here to read more

Nearly 11 percent of stroke survivors will suffer from epilepsy, according to recent reports. The greater the brain damage the higher the risk of epilepsy. The researchers analyzed 450 stroke survivors in the U.K. and uncovered that 11 percent of them suffered from epilepsy after experiencing a brain attack. The risk of epilepsy after stroke ...click here to read more

New research suggests that consuming a handful of nuts a day can greatly benefit your health. The study found that eating 20 grams of nuts daily lowers the risk of developing various conditions. Heart disease risk was found to be reduced by 30 percent, cancer risk lowered by 15 percent, and premature death risk was ...click here to read more

The vegetarian diet has been found to benefit people as well as the planet. The findings come from a new update by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ (AND) position on vegetarian diets. Studies have found that vegetarians have lower rates of obesity and chronic disease, along with lower rates of heart disease and certain ...click here to read more

A new study has found that testosterone therapy may increase the risk of blood clots. The study found that men on testosterone therapies had a 63 percent higher risk of developing a potentially fatal blood clot known as venous thromboembolism (VTE). VTE can lead to stroke, organ damage, heart attack, or even death. Lead researcher ...click here to read more

A famous pop star is coming out to give mental illness a new face. The actress-turned-singer battled with bipolar disorder herself and has been very open about her struggles with eating disorders and depression. Now she wants to reach out to others in order to raise awareness and get the conversation going about mental illness. ...click here to read more

A low-carb diet can lead to healthy changes in your metabolism, according to research findings. The researchers also uncovered that timing your exercise may play a role in your metabolism, too. The study found that among those who ate three meals a day with 30 percent carbs over the course of 24 hours had a ...click here to read more

Here’s some good news: America’s cholesterol levels continue to decline, meaning more Americans are reducing their risk of a cardiovascular event. The study points to the fact that many Americans are consuming healthier diets. The research team led by Asher Rosinger of the CDC wrote, “Removal of trans-fatty acids in foods has been suggested as ...click here to read more

A new study has put a price tag on sleep deprivation. Believe it or not, it costs the U.S. workforce around $411 billion annually. That amount accounts for over two percent of the country’s GDP. Sleep deprivation leads to the loss of 1.2 million working days due to employees’ missing work or working not to ...click here to read more