Moderate alcohol consumption has previously been associated with potential health benefits, including reduced mortality risk.However, recent research suggests that these findings were flawed and, compared to abstaining from alcohol, moderate alcohol consumption has no significant benefits for longevity. Experts are…

Agricultural pesticide use in the U.S. is linked to various cancers as strongly as smoking cigarettes, a new population-based study shows.The study analyzed local records throughout the country to make the first national map of cancer risks associated with pesticide…

Past research has linked the Western diet to an increased risk for several diseases. Researchers from the Teagasc Food Research Centre have found an association between the Western diet and an increased risk for both IBD and colorectal cancer by…

The brain is a delicate organ that experiences specific changes with age. Older individuals tend to be at a higher risk for developing dementia.Researchers are interested in finding what interventions can delay dementia or even improve cognitive function.A recent study…

Researchers have demonstrated that CBD may have potential protective benefits against UVA radiation, the type of wavelength that can cause aging and lead to cancer.A small study of just 19 participants showed skin treated with a CBD cream had less…

A machine-learning study at Weill Cornell Medicine was able to classify Parkinson’s disease into three subgroups, a development with the potential to effectively target patients with treatments specific to their disease’s progression.By analyzing data from an existing study, researchers split…

Endometriosis is a complex condition that involves uterine-like tissue growing in other areas outside the uterus.Researchers are interested in understanding how endometriosis relates to risk for other conditions, including cancer.Results of a recent study found that individuals with endometriosis may…

Other types of dementia and cognitive conditions are many times misdiagnosed as Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers have identified another memory-loss condition called Limbic-predominant Amnestic Neurodegenerative Syndrome (LANS) that is frequently misdiagnosed as Alzheimer’s. Scientists have developed new criteria to help doctors…

Regular physical activity plays an important role in maintaining a healthy weight. Some people lose more weight than others through exercise.Researchers from Kobe University report that people who lose weight slower with regular physical activity may be lacking variants of…

Scientists have discovered that deactivating a protein called IL-11 can extend the healthy lifespan of mice by nearly 25%, raising the potential for similar benefits in humans.Researchers found that removing the IL-11 gene or using an anti-IL-11 antibody dramatically increased…

The Nigerian government has lined up a series of activities to mark this year’s World Breast Feeding Week, which is aimed at promoting awareness and public support for breastfeeding. This is contained in a statement issued on Monday by the…

Multiple components contribute to heart health risks, including someone’s genetics and lifestyle.One study found that people at a higher genetic risk for cardiovascular disease may benefit most from making favorable lifestyle modifications.People interested in making lifestyle changes to reduce cardiovascular…

A new report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) has revealed that despite significant progress in developing effective treatments for neurological disorders, there are treatment gaps. WHO made this known in a statement on Monday, noting that over 75 per…

The Nasarawa State Government on Monday said it has recorded 29 suspected cases of cholera in the Kokona and Nasarawa Eggon local government areas of the state. The Commissioner for Health, Gaza Gwamna made this known while speaking at the…

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate has said many Nigerians rely on public facilities and sometimes do not seek medical care at all due to affordability issues.  Pate said this on Friday at the fifth legislative…