Category Archives: Health News

A blood test taken prior to surgery may be able to predict recovery time in patients. The study found that identifying a patient’s immune state with blood samples before surgery may reveal patterns that can help predict recovery from post-surgery pain and dysfunction. Immune states are a patient’s response to stressors, which are released by ...click here to read more

Researchers found seniors who improved their fitness also counteracted brain atrophy – a condition where the brain experiences a loss of neurons and the connections between them. An increase in fitness found that the thickness of the brain’s cortex improved. The results were seen in healthy older adults and those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). ...click here to read more

In animal studies, researchers have found that exercise may energize brain cell function. The risk of neurodegenerative diseases increases and our brain cells produce less energy to remain fully functional. Researchers uncovered an enzyme – SIRT3 – located in the mitochondria – cell powerhouse – that may protect mice brains against stresses that can contribute to energy loss. ...click here to read more

New research has found a type 2 diabetes drug may be beneficial in combating fatty liver disease in some patients. The findings, from the University of Birmingham, suggest the diabetes drug can offer new treatment for patients with fatty liver disease – where there is currently no licensed treatment. The trial took place over 48 weeks where ...click here to read more

In a large study of older Americans, researchers found that walking faster and longer can provide more cardiovascular benefits, such as lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease. The findings still held true in those over the age of 75 – physical activity is strongly advised for those in this age group, even though there is ...click here to read more

Facebook has been found to have positive and negative effects on a teen’s stress; liking posts on Facebook is good for stress but being liked may be harmful. The findings come from the University of Montreal and the Institut Universitaire de Santé Mentale de Montréal. The findings revealed that having over 300 friends increased a ...click here to read more

New findings suggest the consumption of tree nuts may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. The findings were uncovered with the use of a systematic review and meta-analysis of 61 controlled trials. The findings revealed that consuming tree nuts, such as walnuts, lowered total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL cholesterol and ApoB – the primary protein ...click here to read more

The flu shot can help protect you against the flu, but new findings suggest that it can also benefit your brain by warding off later-life dementia. The findings came from McMaster University, Canada, where researchers suggest that getting regularly vaccinated for influenza can help protect us from other illnesses later on. Lead researcher professor, Dr. ...click here to read more

An insulin pill is being developed to help better manage blood sugar for those with diabetes. The drug technology may also be beneficial in other illness treatments as well. The research comes from UC Santa Barbara. Dr. Samir Mitragotri, specialist in targeted drug delivery, said, “With diabetes, there’s a tremendous need for oral delivery. People ...click here to read more

Scientist have reported a new simple and quick test that food manufacturers can use to determine if their meat is safe or not. Although a regular sniff test may be an effective means to test if meat within our homes is safe to consume, larger manufacturers require an effective test that can be done on ...click here to read more

Sound deprivation in adult mice was found to cause irreversible hearing loss. The findings were uncovered by researchers at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. The findings suggest that chronic conductive hearing loss – which can occur with reoccurring ear infections – can lead to permanent hearing loss if left untreated. To hear, sound waves move in ...click here to read more

A link between higher levels of a specific air pollutant and heart disease has been found by researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The relationship was found in an increase of hospitalizations due to cardiovascular related events in those over the age of 65. The findings are the strongest to date that ...click here to read more

In the U.S. there has been a noticeable decline in smoking rates, with the exception of three population groups: American Indians, those part of the LGBT community, and those with mental health issues. Amy Lukowski, Psy.D., director of Health Initiatives at National Jewish Health in Denver and QuitLogix® (smoking cessation program), said, “We’re making great ...click here to read more

The driving service Uber is helping people get the flu shot with their latest venture. The aim of the service is to provide everyone with easy access to the flu shot to reduce rates of the flu. It’s estimated that 20 percent of people will be affected by the flu, but getting the flu shot ...click here to read more