Skipping breakfast linked to heart disease death risk
Researchers say skipping breakfast can increase the risk of dying from heart disease. A study published Monday in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology showed that the risk…
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Psychological intervention helps patients prevent gum disease
Dentists can now use psychological techniques to help patients get cleaner teeth, a new study says. Researchers observed a reduction in dental plaque and bleeding, as well as an increase…
Timing of meals may influence recovery from heart attack
When you eat during the day could influence your chances of surviving a heart attack, a new study finds. Specifically, skipping breakfast and eating dinner late in the evening were…
Muscle power might be key to long life
If you want to celebrate many more birthdays, new research suggests you should speed up your weight-lifting routine. Boosting muscle power, which is different than muscle strength, translated into longer…
Voice-assisted tech can be driving hazard
The risks of using voice-based technology in your car may be greater than you think. Many consider this technology safer than using their hands to operate devices while driving, but…
Alcohol can increase stroke risk by 35 percent, study says
For years, people have thought having a couple of drinks a day may lower their risk of stroke but it turns out the opposite may be true, a new study…
Canada to halt sales of breast implants linked to cancer
Canadian health officials on Friday announced they plan to halt the sale of implants linked to a form of cancer. Health Canada made the announcement with a notice to Allergan,…
Just thinking about coffee can arouse the brain, researchers say
Need a quick pick-me-up? Just thinking about a cup of joe can give you a mental boost, researchers say. “Coffee is one of the most popular beverages and a lot…
Study: Corn production causes 4,300 deaths each year
The way farmers produce corn could be killing thousands of Americans, new findings show. About 4,300 premature deaths occur each year in the United States due to environmental damage brought…
Pet hedgehogs still spreading salmonella, CDC Warns
They’re tiny, furry and cute, but hedgehogs as pets can bring salmonella dangers, U.S. health officials warned. There have been 17 cases of the serious gastrointestinal infection across 11 states…
