Medicine & Technology

A New Drug for High Cholesterol?

High cholesterol is a massive problem in the United States; nearly 4 in 10 Americans have cholesterol levels that are higher than normal. High cholesterol is also associated with numerous health issues, including heart disease. Fortunately, new research from ,,,

158, Medicine & Technology, Men's Health, Women's Health

Fighting Cancer with T Cells

It’s hard to understate the impact of cancer on public health. Each year, an estimated 1.6 million Americans are diagnosed with some form of cancer, while over 600,000 die from this disease. Given these statistics, it’s no wonder why ,,,

164, Childrens Health, Medical Conditions, Medicine & Technology, Men's Health, Women's Health

Solving Back Problems with “Smart Clothing”

It might sound like something right out of a science-fiction movie – clothing designed to alleviate chronic back pain. But believe it or not, such a product might be closer to reality than you might think. A Different Kind ,,,

134, Injuries & Rehabilitation, Medical Conditions, Medicine & Technology

Predicting Alzheimer’s with Protein

Alzheimer’s disease is a growing problem in the United States. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, by mid-century there might be as many as 12.7 million Americans with this condition. While a cure remains elusive, it might soon be possible ,,,

161, Medical Conditions, Medicine & Technology, Men's Health, Women's Health

Fixing The Brain After Stroke

Of all the health problems facing the American public, few pose as great of a challenge as stroke. Aside from claiming about 140,000 lives each year, a stroke leaves many people with longterm health problems, such as paralysis, memory ,,,

152, Medical Conditions, Medicine & Technology, Men's Health, The Human Body, Women's Health

Is Diabetes in Your DNA?

When it comes to the causes of diabetes, many people point the finger to obesity and sugar-heavy diets. And while both obesity and sugar are often to blame for many diabetes cases, your DNA might have a significant impact ,,,

133, Medical Conditions, Medicine & Technology, The Human Body

Melatonin and Diabetes: Is There a Connection?

Everyone knows that sleep is important. Likewise, it’s well known that many people don’t get enough sleep. Aside from making you tired, there is reason to believe that a lack of sleep might also increase your diabetes risk. A ,,,

133, Medical Conditions, Medicine & Technology, The Human Body

Preventing Diabetes with… Gout Treatments?

On the surface, it would seem that diabetes and gout would have almost nothing in common. But suppose that a treatment for gout could be useful for keeping diabetes at bay? Believe it or not, this could be the ,,,

133, Medical Conditions, Medicine & Technology, The Human Body

Kidney Transplants: A New Lease on Life

It goes without saying that kidney transplants, as with all organ transplant operations, are major surgical procedures. They are also more common than you might think; in 2014 alone, doctors in the United States performed over 17,000 kidney transplants. ,,,

112, Medical Conditions, Medicine & Technology, The Human Body

Surgery in a Pill? A Possible New Diabetes Treatment

When it comes to diabetes treatments, most people immediately think of insulin injections. But suppose a simple pill could be used to curtail the impact of diabetes? Such a pill might one day be readily available. A Different Kind ,,,

120, Medical Conditions, Medicine & Technology