Researchers at the University of Connecticut highlight key reasons elderly patients with oral infections are at a significantly higher risk of general health complications, and ways to prevent them. Poor oral hygiene can have negative consequences on one’s overall health. However, according to a recent review published in the Journal of American Geriatrics Society, elderly

Recently researchers established the linearly related link between gum disease and hypertension. High blood pressure is a complex disease that affects almost 45% of the population worldwide. Some previous observations suggest that one of the factors that could be involved in blood pressure elevation is gum disease, known as periodontitis. To assess the link between

Researchers recently determined the chemical makeup of newborn babies’ head odors to determine its importance in mother and child bonding. Few interpersonal connections are as close as the bond between a mother and her newborn baby. Research has shown that this bond is triggered by all five senses in the mother and the child. Newborn

An advisory panel to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considered the evidence on the efficacy and safety of a new peanut allergy treatment.   Peanut allergy has increased in recent years Peanut allergy is one of the most common food allergies amongst children in the US. Reporting of the condition is on the

New study explores whether we have an innate sense of how to take the perfect selfie. How to take the perfect selfie? It’s a question as old as … well, as old as camera phones. A new study published in the journal PLOS ONE explores a theory that humans have a subconscious preference for eye

Researchers build on previous work that has suggested that there are benefits of tea on brain health. Drinking tea has been a cultural pastime since antiquity. Interest in the benefits of tea on brain health has developed in recent years in the field of psychology. So far, researchers have found an association between tea drinking

A recent study reveals whether vegetarians and fish eaters are protected from stroke and ischemic disease and whether meat-eaters are not. Being vegan or vegetarian is a widespread lifestyle. The foods that vegans and vegetarians eat vary, for example, some eat fish, while others may avoid fish and eat eggs or dairy products. Regardless, of

Researchers investigate the trends in physical activity in Americans over the last decade. We all know that exercise is part of a healthy lifestyle. In fact, there is research showing that it reduces the rate of mortality from any cause. Regular physical activity can help reduce the risk of getting chronic diseases such as diabetes

In this study, researchers determined if a mobile app in conjunction with in-person counseling could help in increasing physical activity in women who are normally inactive. Though physical activity is important for maintaining a healthy, balanced lifestyle, the average American adult does not exercise enough. This disparity is especially evident between genders since it has

Researchers recently studied the effect of financial incentives in promoting physical activity in adults. In the United States, more than 80% of adults do not get the recommended daily amount of physical activity. Including children age six and up, 80.2 million people are classified as not physically active. The lack of physical activity has led

A recent Japanese study shows an inverse relationship between mushroom intake and the incidence of prostate cancer in middle-aged and elderly men. As the second most diagnosed cancer worldwide, prostate cancer is a significant challenge, and much research has focused on ways to reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer. In particular, a dietary focus

A new study examines the usefulness of protein shakes for minimizing muscle soreness after the gym. It’s no secret that getting enough protein is important.  Protein is essential to the structure of bones, muscles, skin, and blood.  Protein supplements, such as protein powders and shakes, have gotten increasingly popular over the years because they are

Australian researchers investigated how a new system of rapid blood tests for heart attack could help doctors to make earlier decisions about patient care. In Australia, around 30,000 patients a year visit the emergency department complaining of chest pain, a symptom associated with a heart attack. Deciding which patients have had a heart attack and

The results of a new study suggest obesity reduces the intensity of taste responses. Obesity is a sometimes complex condition whose prevalence has been on the rise for decades. Numerous conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, osteoarthritis, colorectal cancer, and depression are directly linked to obesity. Obesity accounts for billions of dollars of healthcare spending

A recent study investigated the effects of alternate day fasting, finding that participants had reduced total caloric intake and improved markers of cardiovascular health.   A recent clinical trial demonstrated that alternate day fasting for a period of four weeks was able to improve markers of overall health, including markers of cardiovascular health, reduced fat

A recent study finds that Alzheimer’s drug Donepezil successfully reverses neurological damage caused by alcohol. Adolescence is a time of great change. We are all familiar with the extensive physical changes young people undergo as they transition between childhood and adulthood.  However, during this period, the human brain also undergoes significant changes. Adolescents experience significant

Researchers in Sweden analyzed genetic data from four large public health studies to investigate the link between insomnia and heart disease. Insomnia is a difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep. People with insomnia experience symptoms due to poor sleep quality such as fatigue, low energy, difficulty concentrating, and mood disturbance. Most people have occasional,

A recent review was conducted to assess the current scientific evidence surrounding the paleo diet and its effect on weight, BMI, and waist circumference. A leading cause of death and a matter of priority for world public health includes chronic noncommunicable diseases. Thirty-five million people died in 2015 from chronic noncommunicable diseases, this accounted for

Scientists investigate the factors that help motivate students to exercise as a way of managing stress. Is exercise really that good for you? The short answer is yes. Regular exercise and high levels of fitness are associated with a reduction in premature risk of death from any cause. It has also been shown to be

Three prominent healthcare providers recently debated whether or not obesity should be given the label of a disease, in the BMJ Today. The prevalence of obesity is on the rise in most developed nations. Many health complications for obese individuals can occur including high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and hormone-dependent cancers, to mention a

We are all familiar with the term lifespan. However, someone with a long lifespan does not necessarily have a long healthy quality of life. A relatively new term gaining importance as we live longer is healthspan. Healthspan refers to the length of time a person is healthy, not just alive. As we age, some people

Researchers have uncovered a new class of therapeutic molecules that target the cancer stem cells responsible for metastasis and tumour relapse. Not all cancer cells are the same and various types of cancer cells may exist within the same tumour. Research suggests that a subpopulation of cancer cells, known as cancer stem cells, are responsible

A recent meta-analysis examines whether the heart health claims associated with soy protein should be revoked. Eat onions, they cure cancer. That’d be a pretty handy way of boosting the sale of onions, right? So what’s stopping onion producers making such an outlandish claim? In the United States, you can thank the Food and Drug

Researchers investigated the impact of high-dose radiation on the host immune system during cancer treatments. Over four-fifths of lung cancers are non-small cell lung cancer. This type of lung cancer mainly occurs in current or former smokers. The treatment options for non-small cell lung cancer are mainly based on the stage of cancer. Radiation therapy

A recent study has examined the effects of exercise on period pain and long-term quality of life. Period pain is a common problem for women of child bearing age and it has a high socioeconomic impact. The cause of period pain is attributed to increased levels of prostaglandins, which cause hyper contractions of the myometrium

Researchers investigate whether there is an association between androgen depletion therapy and dementia. Prostate cancer is androgen sensitive, meaning this cancer grows in response to the presence of androgens. Androgens are male sex hormones such as testosterone and dihydrotestosterone. Androgen deprivation therapy (the removal of circulating androgens) is one of the main approaches to treating

Researchers develop an antisense oligonucleotide ointment that may be useful as a topical treatment for skin cancer Skin cancer is the most common cancer, accounting for one-third of all cancers worldwide. UV exposure puts us at risk for skin cancers by inactivating cell apoptosis. Cell apoptosis is regulated cell death that allows the body to

A recent research study assesses non-invasive methods for screening and detecting endometrial cancer in women. Due to its positioning in the human body, the detection of endometrial cancer in women traditionally requires invasive procedures. However, advancements in biotechnology have unveiled non-invasive methods to screen the endometrium for early detection of endometrial cancer. Early detection is