Simple brushing routine could reduce dementia risk, dental health experts say
Brushing your teeth could do more than brighten your smile. It may also help you live longer.Growing research suggests that good oral hygiene is linked to a red...
6 unresolved movies that never got the sequels they deserve
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Heart disease threat projected to climb sharply for key demographic
A new report by the American Heart Association (AHA) included some troubling predictions for the future of women’s health.The forecast, published in the journal...
7 under-the-radar TV shows that are actually masterpieces
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9 video games that don't really start until after the credits roll, according to gamers
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Some supplements may pose risks for people with diabetes, experts say
Some surveys find that about 75% of U.S. adults have used supplements, while federal survey data shows that 58% used one in the past 30 days — but some groups s...
Weight-loss medications could impact sexual health in unexpected ways
Popular weight-loss medications may also affect aspects of sexual health, recent research has shown.In obese and overweight men, GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1)...
Common nighttime noise exposure may trigger heart problems, study suggests
Living near heavy traffic could negatively impact your heart health.A European study, published in the journal Environmental Research, found that exposure to ni...
7 video game franchises that aren't living up to their fullest potential
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Alzheimer's symptoms could be predicted years in advance through one simple test
A simple blood test could predict not only a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, but also the year symptoms will begin.Researchers at the Washingto...
Phil Spencer Is Retiring, Xbox President Sarah Bond Is Leaving, And Microsoft's CoreAI Head Is New CEO Of Microsoft Gaming
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer is retiring, and Xbox president Sarah Bond, long considered the person...
5 ways to preserve your vision as you age, according to an ophthalmologist
As people age, vision naturally declines and the risk of eye conditions increases. That includes age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a condition that typica...
New study hints at a hidden Alzheimer’s risk factor affecting older Americans
People with greater exposure to air pollution could face a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study by Emory University in Atlant...
Combination nasal spray vaccine could protect against COVID, flu and pneumonia at once
A single spritz could eventually offer simultaneous protection against several infectious diseases.Researchers at Stanford Medicine have developed a new vaccine...
Some 80-year-olds still have razor-sharp brains — and now scientists know why
Older adults classified as "SuperAgers" generate at least twice as many neurons in the hippocampus than their typical aging peers, a new study has revealed.Thes...
On Both Sides of the Atlantic, a Debate Over Quality of Life
Two legal cases dealing with the rights of family members to decide life or death for a critically injured loved one have touched off a storm of controversy on ...
Flu season could linger into spring as doctors warn of second wave on the way
Health experts are warning that the 2025-26 flu season isn't over yet. In fact, people should prepare for the virus to linger well into the warmer months, accor...
7 silly travel hacks that are actually genius
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Diabetes surge among Americans could be driven by 'healthy' breakfasts, doctor warns
Americans consume foods every day that are marketed as "healthy," when they could be quietly destroying their health, one doctor warns.Dr. Mark Hyman, physician...
One type of olive oil has a surprising effect on brainpower during aging
Olive oil has long been shown to benefit heart health, but a new Spanish study from Universitat Rovira i Virgili revealed that extra virgin olive oil may also p...