Long Term Use of Hormone Therapy Linked to Increased Alzheimer’s Risk
Long term use of oral hormone therapy is associated with a small increased risk of Alzheimer's disease in postmenopausal women.... Read More...
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Marriage May Protect Against Heart Disease, Stroke and Associated Risk of Death
A new study reports being married may be good for your health. Researchers report single people are at higher risk of dying from heart disease and stroke than married people. The risks were significantly higher for those who have never married.... Read More...
Beware of Getting a Tattoo if Your Immune System Isn’t Up to Scratch
A new case study reveals a woman experienced ongoing chronic pain after receiving a tattoo while her immune system was compromised. While the cause of her condition isn't known, doctors believe the pain is likely linked to the tattooing process, which may have been compounded by her compromised immune system.... Read More...
Education Linked to Higher Risk of Short Sightedness
A new study reports spending more years in full time education is linked with an increased risk of developing myopia.... Read More...
Man Develops Severe ‘Thunderclap’ Headaches After Eating World’s Hottest Chili Pepper
A new study in BMJ Case Reports warns of the unexpected consequences of participating in hot chili pepper eating contests. ... Read More...
Marriage May Help Stave Off Dementia
Widowers and life-long single people are at higher risk of developing dementia, a new study reports.... Read More...
Higher IQ in Childhood Linked to a Longer Life
A new study reports higher intelligence in children is associated with a reduced risk of developing chronic diseases such as heart disease, smoking related cancers and dementia. After taking several confounders into account, the researchers found higher IQ in childhood was associated with a lower risk of death until the age of 79.... Read More...