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Oct 23, 2020 … JOONDALUP, Australia — How would you like to cut your workout routine in half? Researchers at Edith Cowan University say training just one arm still provides benefits for the other arm even if you never move it once. The study is providing new evidence that exercise for people who have suffered an injury is helpful in…

Oct 13, 2020 … DALLAS, Texas — For many older Americans, it can be a challenge keeping track of all the prescription drugs they take. A new study finds some are taking a staggering number of medications. For those at risk for heart failure, researchers say some of those drugs might be making their problems worse. A report by the…

Oct 06, 2020 … NEW ORLEANS — That beer belly might save your life after all. Well, not exactly, but some good news for those who enjoy a cold one after work. A recent study finds that consuming a beer a day may help lower the risk of stroke and heart disease. The study of 80,000 healthy adults in…

Oct 03, 2020 … AARHUS, Denmark — Another flu season is on the way. For people dealing with high blood pressure, that can mean worries about fatal complications like heart attack and stroke. A new study has good news for patients on certain blood pressure medications. Researchers in Denmark say ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers can protect…

Sep 21, 2020 … New study is first to show that a brief massage activates the stress-zapping parasympathetic nervous system. KONSTANZ, Germany — Finding the time to relax and unwind after a stressful day can be almost as infuriating as the original stressors themselves. We all lead fast-paced lives (even during a pandemic) and many say the biggest obstacle they…

Sep 09, 2020 … ADELAIDE, Australia — For most meat eaters, there’s nothing better than a perfectly cooked steak. Unfortunately, a new report says grilling red meat is also cooking up trouble for your heart. A University of South Australia study finds certain cooking methods produce a compound that may increase the risks for heart disease, stroke, and diabetic complications.…

Sep 07, 2020 … WASHINGTON — The amount of sleep you get — or lack thereof — can make a big difference when it comes to your health. According to a recent study, getting too much sleep is just as bad for your heart as not getting enough. Researchers from the American College of Cardiology investigated sleep patterns of…

Sep 05, 2020 … MIDDLESEX, United Kingdom — While some studies find there may be benefits to light drinking, a new report reveals even one alcoholic beverage a day can mean bad news for your waistline. A study of nearly 27 million people in South Korea finds the more alcohol you drink each day increases your risk for both obesity…

Aug 25, 2020 … JAIPUR, India — Atrial fibrillation, or a persistent irregular heartbeat, can be a particularly upsetting condition. Feeling like your heart is about to beat out of your chest isn’t exactly pleasant, and that’s not even mentioning the dizziness and chest pains that often accompany an episode of AFib. Now, though, a new study finds a novel…

Aug 21, 2020 … LAUSANNE, Switzerland — Blood thinners commonly help people with heart-related illnesses, stroke, or at risk for heart attacks. Although they are very effective at preventing blood clots, they also have dangerous side-effects. One of the biggest issues is excessive bleeding and the inability to clot wounds. Now, scientists at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne…

Aug 13, 2020 … BOSTON – Doctors often prescribe a daily aspirin for people with a history of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack. In low doses, the drug is known to help reduce blood clotting. Now there may be good reason for cancer patients to avoid the drug. A new study suggests taking aspirin daily may promote cancer…

Aug 10, 2020 … MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Do you feel dizzy or lightheaded when you stand up? It might seem like nothing major, but researchers say the condition is called orthostatic hypotension. People who have it suffer a sudden drop in blood pressure when they stand. A new study now warns that having this problem could be a sign…

Aug 08, 2020 … New research shows that diets rich in plant protein may help keep blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels at bay. LONDON – Maintaining a balanced diet is important for enjoying a healthy life, but are some foods powerful enough to add years to your lifespan? According to a new study, the answer to that…

Aug 01, 2020 … DALLAS – Despite all the advances in medicine and exercising, today’s children are not as healthy as previous generations. A new study by the American Heart Association (AHA) not only backs up that claim, but reveals a shocking number of kids are in poor health. Researchers say nearly 60 percent of children in the U.S.…

Jul 27, 2020 … SAPPORO, Japan – Low socioeconomic status is linked to reduced life expectancy and is considered a risk factor for poor health and premature death. Despite this, a new study by researchers at the Hokkaido University Graduate School of Medicine in Japan reveals that men with a higher income have a greater risk of developing high…

Jul 26, 2020 … BASEL, Switzerland — There hasn’t been much for people to do while living in a coronavirus lockdown. Two new studies say there has been one benefit to quarantine — the world is catching up on their sleep. The studies, published in the journal Current Biology, found that global stay-at-home orders have allowed people to get more…

Jun 30, 2020 … NEW YORK — They say the eyes are a window to the soul, but they’re also a doorway to the world. More so than smell, sound, taste, and touch, our vision allows us to experience and understand our environment. It’s an ability that’s easily taken for granted, but there’s also perhaps no scarier thought than the…

Jun 26, 2020 … SAN DIEGO – Sometimes, scientific breakthroughs occur when researchers aren’t exactly looking for them. While attempting to better understand the function of a protein in connective tissue cells, UC San Diego School of Medicine scientists found a way to transform multiple types of cells into neurons. This discovery has led to the development of a treatment…

Jun 17, 2020 … BERKELEY, Calif. — Can’t get a good night’s sleep? For many years, researchers have known that there is an association between interrupted sleep and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The mechanism that causes this increased risk has eluded scientists — until now. Researchers from the University of California at Berkeley say that interrupted sleep…

Jun 13, 2020 … CHICAGO – While COVID-19 was initially thought to target only the respiratory system, recent evidence suggests that the virus impacts multiple other organs. Adding to that evidence is a new study by researchers at Northwestern University which suggests that COVID-19 threatens the entire nervous system. In the study, researchers reviewed previous studies of patients hospitalized with…

Jun 12, 2020 … BOSTON — Whether it’s planting trees or serving food to the homeless, volunteering your time for the greater good makes a difference in the lives of many. As it turns out, doing good deeds also benefits your body, too. A new study out of Harvard shows that people who regularly volunteer enjoy longer, happier, healthier lives. …