Prevention

Scientists Uncover 1 Surprising Medication That May Lower Your Dementia Risk by 15% - Prevention

Statins are one of the most commonly prescribed drug classes, with more than 92 million U.S. adults currently taking one. But while these drugs are commonly associated with lowering your cholestero…

A Common Sleep Problem Might Boost Your Stroke Risk by 26%, New Study Finds - AOL.com

Anyone who lives with insomnia knows it can make it difficult to get through your day. But trouble sleeping can do more than leave you groggyit may also raise your risk of experiencing a stroke, as n…

Doctors Reveal the Number-1 Group Who Should Be Most Concerned About Measles Right Now - Prevention

The measles situation in the U.S. continues to get worse, with 3,294 confirmed cases across 47 states and jurisdictions in 2026 alone, per data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (…

More People Are Paying Attention to Gut Health—but Still Skipping This Important Nutrient - Prevention

If you struggle to get enough of certain nutrients from food alone, taking a supplement can help. But research suggests that more people may be skipping straight to supplementation without trying to …

The Definition for a Heart Attack Just Changed—and It Could Help Women in a Big Way - Yahoo Health

Most people are aware of the general mechanism behind a heart attack: Blood flow to the heart is reduced or blocked, causing damage to the organ. But the exact medical definition is actually a lot mo…