Distracted-Walking Injuries
People who wander through the streets transfixed by their smartphones, utterly unaware of their surroundings, aren’t merely irritating. Research... continue reading
Grilling Causes Inflammation
Regularly eating grilled, broiled, or roasted meat, chicken, or fish may increase the risk for high blood pressure, a new study shows. Harvard researchers came... continue reading
Happy Heart Syndrome
It’s already been proven that intense emotional distress—say, after losing a loved one—can trigger a cardiac abnormality called “broken heart... continue reading
Size Really Does Matter
Short men and overweight women are at a distinct disadvantage when it comes to education, career opportunities, and earning potential, a new study shows. After... continue reading
Americans’ Unhealthy Habits
To remain healthy, doctors say, you have to eat well, exercise regularly, avoid smoking, and keep body fat in check. But new research shows that only 2.7... continue reading
Loneliness Hurts the Heart
It’s no secret that loneliness is unhealthy, physically and emotionally. Already linked to a weakened immune system, unwanted isolation also takes a toll on... continue reading
U.S. Suicide Rate Soaring
Suicide rates in the U.S. have hit a 30-year high, surging 24 percent in just 15 years, according to a new report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and... continue reading
Drowsiness Linked to Dementia
Persistent daytime drowsiness may be a warning sign for Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests. During sleep, the brain clears away clumps of a sticky... continue reading
Recession’s Health Toll
Many Americans lost their jobs, homes, and retirement savings during the Great Recession, and new research indicates such economic stress can make people... continue reading
Alcohol-Related Dementia
Heavy drinking takes an irreversible, long-term toll on the brain, increasing the risk for all forms of dementia, a new study suggests. Researchers analyzed... continue reading