Neurologists share signs of Alzheimer’s disease that sufferers often forget
When we talk about Alzheimer’s disease, significant memory loss is the symptom that usually comes to mind. In reality, the disorder can manifest itself in many other ways. “Most people expect Alzheimer’s disease to start with forgetting names…
Colorectal cancer appears in an unexpected group
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, but its target population is changing. While rates have been declining steadily for more than a decade among adults over 65, cases among another population are suddenly…
Metabolism expert tips for lowering blood sugar and insulin resistance
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Daily habits — from what you eat for breakfast to how much you sleep — can have a significant impact on blood sugar levels, according to a metabolic health expert. Maintaining healthy blood sugar levels is…
Ebola cases in Democratic Republic of Congo exceed 10,000 | Ebola News
Nearly half of those infected with the virus have died in the DRC’s fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record. Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have surpassed 10,000 as the outbreak continues to spread across the…
Health officials discover cluster of tuberculosis cases affecting unhoused community
PHOENIX — Maricopa County health officials are working with nonprofit organizations that serve people without housing after identifying a cluster of tuberculosis cases. A spokesperson for the Maricopa County Public Health Department is responding to a…
How This Year’s Best Optical Illusions Trick Your Brain
Two identical gears, each with eight teeth, rotate at the same speed, their teeth touching as they rotate. When viewers focus on one gear, the other, seen through peripheral vision, appears to spin faster – even though both are moving at the same speed.…
Scientists Just Connected 2 Types of Ultra-Processed Foods to Reduce Colon Cancer Risk
A new study investigated the link between ultra-processed foods and colon cancer. Whole grains and dairy products from ultra-processed foods may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. Consumption of processed meat was associated with a higher risk of…
Massive study reveals how your DNA is linked to your personality, health and even where you live
Credit: ZME Science. Why do some people exercise regularly while others struggle to stick to a routine? Why are some people naturally night owls, while others are active early in the morning? And why do some people gravitate toward bustling cities while…
Scientists discover surprising clue why some brains are resistant to Alzheimer’s disease
Some people have the brain changes associated with Alzheimer’s disease but never develop dementia. While others experience worsening memory and thinking problems, these people remain mentally alert despite signs of the disease in their brains.…
At 80, he is a leading expert on dementia. Here’s how he keeps his brain healthy.
For over 50 years, Ron Petersen has studied healthy aging, cognition and dementia. Petersen’s research established the concept of mild cognitive impairment, which falls between healthy cognitive aging and dementia. This idea has changed the way…