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...
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...
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...
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 ...
10 Things Your Assisted-Living Facility Won't Tell You
An assisted-living residence is a whole lot better than a nursing home. But it's hardly a panacea. Here's what you need to know before choosing one.Betty Ann Dr...
Deadly Austin shooting that killed 3 may be 'act of terrorism,' FBI says
The FBI said a shooting that left three people dead and 14 others wounded in a downtown Austin, Texas, rampage early Sunday was "potentially an act of terrorism...
Nancy Guthrie abduction sparks fears over senior safety in affluent communities: expert
TUCSON, Ariz. — The apparent kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie from her Arizona home has rocked the nation, shining a fresh light on concerns about senior citizens’ s...
Cancer-linked herbicide in the spotlight after controversial order: 'Toxic by design'
There has been a shake-up in the Make America Healthy Again movement regarding glyphosate, a widely used herbicide that has been the subject of significant cont...
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)...
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...
Aging expert reveals 3 daily habits to protect independence in your golden years
Quote of the week"If you're not sleeping, everything else tends to fall apart."→ Dr. Mary Claire Haver, certified menopause specialist and founder of The 'Pause...
Iraqi Oil Well Fires Not a Major Health Threat
Part of anti-war-think is the possibility Saddam Hussein might set Iraq’s 1,500 oil wells ablaze. It’s not unlikely since Saddam did just that to 600 Kuwaiti oi...
Iran networks suffer losses amid airstrikes, showing digital evolution of conflicts
When missiles fly, we expect explosions. We expect smoke, sirens and satellite images. What we do not expect is silence. On February 28, 2026, as fighter jets a...
'SuperAgers' stay mentally sharp well past 80, as scientists reveal the reason
Top stories→ Some 80-year-olds still have razor-sharp brains — and now scientists know why→ One father's nightly bathroom habit was missed sign of common cancer...
Common vision issue linked to type of lighting used in Americans' homes
Nearsightedness (myopia) is skyrocketing globally, with nearly half of the world’s population expected to be myopic by 2050, according to the World Health Organ...
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...
Hidden virus inside gut bacteria linked to doubled colorectal cancer risk, study finds
A newly discovered virus hiding inside common gut bacteria may be linked to colorectal cancer, according to new research.Scientists in Denmark found that colore...
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...
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...
Mars’ red color may be related to a habitable past: study
Mars' distinctive red color comes from the mineral ferrihydrite, which only forms in the presence of cool water, a new study claims. Ferrihydrite also forms at ...