Category Archives: Health News

Asthma is a condition that affects our airways and breathing. Although manageable, many asthmatics do not have their condition under control, which can lead to further health complications and a worsened quality of life. There have been many links and associations made between asthma and other health conditions this past year, so here at Bel ...click here to read more

Patients with dementia have a lower quality of life due to a lack of activity. For those living in long-term care homes, quality of life can be negatively impacted by a lack of involvement in activities. Additionally, caregivers and family members often become pessimistic about the patient’s ability to become engaged. The findings come from ...click here to read more

The World Health Organization (WHO) has found that one in 10 people worldwide suffer from foodborne diseases, and children are suffering the most. The findings are based on over eight years of research and data analysis. Task-force leader, Dr. Arie Havelaar, said, “The groups most adversely affected by the foodborne diseases are children and people ...click here to read more

Colon cancer claims the lives of 50,000 Americans annually. In order to reduce these numbers and extend the lifespan of sufferers, it’s important to understand the risk factors and causes of colon cancer and develop better treatment options. This past year saw many advancements in the area of colon cancer in regards to treatment, the ...click here to read more

Alzheimer’s disease – a form of dementia – is on the rise as our population continues to age. Alzheimer’s disease affects memory and cognitive function, which can make everyday living quite difficult. In 2015, there was ample news surrounding Alzheimer’s disease, especially regarding treatment and risk factors, which can increase the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s ...click here to read more

Researchers from the University of Toronto have uncovered the amount of weight loss or weight gain that is required for others to notice and what others find attractive. Weight loss and weight gain can be noticed in the face, but a few pounds up or down may not be noticeable. Researcher Nicholas Rule, Ph.D., said, “Women ...click here to read more

Since the 1980s the rate of diabetes has been going up, but new findings suggest that it may be slowing down. The findings come from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), confirming that the U.S. population is seeing a slight decline in diabetes cases. Since 2014 the CDC reported that diabetes cases rose ...click here to read more

Research has found that tooth loss is a complication of diabetes. Diabetes, especially if unmanaged, can result in many health complications, such as nerve damage and even vision loss. The new findings suggest that diabetics are twice as likely to experience tooth loss in comparison to those without diabetes. Lead researcher, Dr. Bei Wu, said, ...click here to read more

Those who have a higher sense of purpose in life also have a lower mortality rate and cardiovascular risk, according to new findings. “Possessing a high sense of purpose in life is associated with a reduced risk for mortality and cardiovascular events,” said the authors of the study, Dr. Randy Cohen and Dr. Alan Rozanski. ...click here to read more

A Yale study has identified a key protein that plays a role in ulcerative colitis – a condition categorized by inflammation of the large intestine or the colon. Insight provided by the new findings could help with new treatments for the disease, which is currently on the rise. Scientists have long known that the protein ...click here to read more

Being overweight or obese increases the risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome, according to new findings. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition often experienced by individuals who sit at a desk and use a computer for many hours a day. The median nerve, which runs from the forearm to the palm, becomes squeezed or ...click here to read more

Untreated high blood pressure can lead to stroke, dementia and cognitive decline. Stroke is the second leading cause of death and having high blood pressure is a risk factor for having one. Dr. Christian Stapf, a neurologist at the CHUM’s Hôpital Notre-Dame, said, “We live in a society that is being killed by its arteries. ...click here to read more

Whooping cough (pertussis) is a contagious respiratory infection that causes severe hacking, coughing, followed by a high-pitched “whoop” sound when the person takes in their next breath. Prior to the development of the vaccine, whooping cough was common among children, but now cases are limited to children who are too young to receive the vaccination. ...click here to read more

Research from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) found that more than three-quarters (78 percent) of U.S. adults partake in distracted walking, and it’s been deemed a serious problem. Unfortunately, 74 percent of Americans believe other people are the distracted walkers, and only 29 percent admitted to being a distracted walker themselves. There are ...click here to read more