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Sep 03, 2016 05:34 AM EDT

Alzheimer's Disease Latest News: Untreated Depression, Sleeplessness May Increase Risk of Alzheimer's

A study has recently revealed that sleeplessness and untreated depression can increase the risk of the development of Alzheimer's disease.

Jan 07, 2016 10:43 PM EST

Smokers Diagnosed With Pneumonia At Higher Risk Of Lung Cancer

Smokers diagnosed with pneumonia are at an increased risk of lung cancer, according to a recent study.

Jan 04, 2016 03:54 PM EST

Genetics Aren't Everything: Fight Obesity-Risk With Exercise

Genetics influence much of our weight and build. However, for those who are overweight or obese, new findings published in the journal Scientific Reports show that being physically active can help to ward off some of the increased risks that come with genes.

Dec 17, 2015 12:02 PM EST

Cancer Risk Is More About Lifestyle Choices Than 'Bad Luck'

New research published in the journal Nature found that between 70 and 90 percent of cancer cases are linked to avoidable lifestyle choices.

Dec 11, 2015 12:41 PM EST

Is Breast Density Really A Risk Factor For Breast Cancer?

Breast density alone is not thought to be a contributing factor to breast cancer, according to a new study by researchers at Johns Hopkins University. The study authors pointed towards age and body fat as more important co-factors leading toward the health issue.

Dec 09, 2015 12:12 AM EST

Eating Pears May Help Lower Your Obesity Risk

Eating pears could help lower your obesity risk, according to a recent study.

Dec 08, 2015 05:16 PM EST

Asthma, Allergies Increase Children's Risk Of Heart Disease

Children with asthma or allergies may be at a greater risk of heart disease, according to a recent study.

Dec 07, 2015 05:53 PM EST

Believing in Negative Age Stereotypes May Increase Your Risk Of Alzheimer's

Certain stereotypes about age could increase your risk of Alzheimer's disease.

Jun 30, 2015 11:38 AM EDT

Marijuana May Or May Not Make You Fat Based On Several Factors

It's no surprise that marijuana use can influence weight gain or give you "the munchies," slang for excessive hunger when smoking marijuana. Yet did you know that several factors can ultimately influence the effect, including gender, level of use and concomitant cigarette smoking?

Jun 04, 2015 08:24 AM EDT

Could Our Musical Taste Be Linked To Social Class?

New findings presented in the Canadian Review of Sociology ask if our tastes in music might be linked to social class.

Mar 10, 2015 02:33 PM EDT

Is An Asthma Cure Not Too Far Away? New Study Evaluates Genetic And Environmental Factors

New findings published in the journal Immunity examine a new potential for curing asthma. According to the study authors, a group of molecular immunologists at the Keck School of medicine of the University of Southern California (USC), along with investigators from Janssen Research and Development, ...