Category Archives: Health News

World Malaria Day is on April 25, and this year’s theme is ending malaria for good. This year, though, a new threat has emerged known as Zika virus, which is another mosquito-transmitted illness. In light of the rise of this virus, it’s important that we educate you on both malaria and Zika, and how either ...click here to read more

Bel Marra Health’s weekly health news roundup consists of stories on fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, sebaceous cysts, and skin rashes. This week, we share with you natural remedies for fibromyalgia skin disorders, a new treatment for depression using LSD, new study on multiple sclerosis being triggered by brain cell death, and the similarities and differences between ...click here to read more

A new study has shown that retirement can help promote healthier lives in older adults. The findings that came from an Australian study reveal that when older adults retire, they tend to increase their physical activity. Lead researcher Dr. Melody Ding said, “Our study paints a positive picture of retirement. Retirees [in the study] were ...click here to read more

A new study has found that patients with HIV may age faster, compared to individuals without the virus. With the improvements of antiviral medications, HIV patients are living longer, but doctors have noted that patients still manifest the signs of premature aging. Researchers used a highly accurate genetic marker of aging and found that HIV ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) risk is influenced by low testosterone levels in men. Low testosterone levels are seen in both men and women with rheumatoid arthritis, revealing that sex hormones may play a role in the disease. Unfortunately, it is unclear if low testosterone levels are to blame for the onset of rheumatoid arthritis or if ...click here to read more

The risk of stomach cancer was found to be higher in those who consume high amounts of alcohol and processed meat. Excess weight is another contributing factor to stomach cancer. Furthermore, the risk of stomach cancer continues to rise as a person consumes more alcohol and processed meat, or puts on more weight. The findings ...click here to read more

A new study reports that seniors’ health can greatly benefit from owning a dog. Benefits associated with dog ownership include a lower body mass index, fewer visits to the doctor, an increase in exercise, and more active social life. Lead researcher Rebecca Johnson said, “Our study explored the associations between dog ownership and pet bonding ...click here to read more

The risk of heart disease is higher among individuals who are lonely or isolated. The findings of the study uncovered that social isolation increased the risk of heart disease and stroke by 30 percent, which is similar to the impact of job-related stress on cardiac wellbeing. Lead researcher Nicole Valtorta said, “Addressing loneliness and social ...click here to read more

Americans are living much longer than decades ago, but those extra years are spent in illness and disability. Since 2010, the average life span for a man increased 9.2 years to 76.2 years of age and for women it’s an increase of 6.7 years to the age of 81. But even though the life span ...click here to read more

Metformin, a common drug for type 2 diabetes, has been found to be safe for the heart – unlike other type 2 diabetes medications. The researchers found that metformin reduced the risk of mortality associated with heart attack and stroke by 30 to 40 percent, in comparison to other commonly prescribed medications. Senior author Dr. ...click here to read more

The American Academy of Neurology has updated its guidelines on the use of botox, which is referred to as a safe and effective treatment for chronic migraines – along with three other neurological disorders. Botulinum toxin is normally used as a cosmetic treatment to smooth out wrinkles, but it can also reduce muscle contractions and ...click here to read more

Prostate cancer survival rates may be boosted with regular exercise, research shows. The American Cancer Society study looked at over 10,000 men diagnosed with prostate cancer. The men provided information about their activity levels prior to and after diagnosis. The researchers found that men with the highest levels of exercise prior to their diagnosis had ...click here to read more

Knowing what triggers your allergic reaction can help you better prevent and reduce the symptoms. Many individuals just assume that pollen is their trigger the moment spring arrives, but there are many other allergens that may come up during the pollen season. Furthermore, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) says that over ...click here to read more

Diabetes is linked to a shorter life and an increase in disability. The findings uncovered that life expectancy in men and women at the age of 50 with diabetes is shortened by at least three years. Plus, only 13 years of their remaining life will be free of disability. Lead researcher Dianna Magliano said, “People ...click here to read more