A glass or two of wine with meals may lower Type 2 diabetes risk
Mar 3, 2022
Drinking a moderate amount of alcohol, particularly wine, with meals 鈥� but not at other times 鈥� may lower the risk for Type 2 diabetes, according to preliminary research.
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Retiree doesn't let heart issues slow him down
Feb 28, 2022
Model patient Chris Mathews of Plano, Texas, developed a four-pronged plan for heart health to help combat genetics.
Donating blood benefits both receiver and giver 鈥� and now is a critical time
Feb 23, 2022
The nation's blood supply is in critical need, as aid agencies say the U.S. is facing its worst shortage in 10 years. Donors who help meet the demand for blood can help others 鈥� and also may be doing themselves some good.
This researcher is using and studying social media to improve and extend lives
Feb 22, 2022
Bertha Hidalgo of the University of Alabama-Birmingham leads a project focused on women, particularly those from historically excluded populations. She's already made a difference for her mom.
Does kindness equal happiness and health?
Feb 15, 2022
Random Acts of Kindness Week reminds us of love and happiness 鈥� but it can bring health benefits, too.
Want a healthier Valentine's Day? More hugs and kisses
Feb 11, 2022
Social connections, including hugging and kissing, can be good for your health. Valentine's Day can be one of the healthiest holidays of the year, especially if you go easy on the candy.
Scoring system could predict stroke in people hospitalized for COVID-19
Feb 7, 2022
A model that uses six clinical factors to predict who will have a stroke when hospitalized for COVID-19 is as effective as a stroke risk computer model, preliminary research finds.
Amid a national mental health crisis for kids, here's how parents can help
Feb 2, 2022
Pandemic stresses have been tough on teens, experts say, but parents and pediatricians can make a difference.
Fine-tune your health with these 5 music ideas
Feb 1, 2022
Many scientific studies show the therapeutic value of music, but you don't need a medical journal to incorporate more music into your life. Here are some ideas to hit the right notes for better health.
Healthy living could offset genetics and add years free of heart disease
Jan 31, 2022
People who adhere to seven healthy lifestyle metrics may be able to dramatically offset their lifetime risk for heart disease 鈥� even if they are at high genetic risk, a new study finds.