A surprising link between gum disease and heart health A new report from the American Heart Association says that gum disease may be even more closely linked to heart disease than we thought. Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease,…
New medications might help people with hidradenitis suppurativa and vitiligo. People with painful skin conditions like hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and vitiligo may benefit from a new class of drugs. Both conditions can be painful and hard to deal with, and…
When a fast heartbeat could mean AFib (atrial fibrillation) It might be scary if your heart starts racing for a few minutes. A lot of people don’t pay attention to it because they think it’s stress, caffeine, or anxiety. But…
Biologic treatments for psoriasis may be safe for people with cancer as well. Psoriasis is a long-term skin disease that makes red, itchy, and scaly spots on the skin. A lot of people with psoriasis are also worried about other…
Cold Temperatures and Heart Health: What You Should Know Not only is cold weather uncomfortable, but it can also be bad for your heart. Studies have shown that heart attacks happen more often in the winter. This is especially true…
Air frying is an easy way to eat better and lose weight. A lot of people are using air frying at home, and for good reason. Studies and tests of food show that air frying can cut calories by as…
Why Heavy Holiday Drinking Can Trigger Irregular Heart Rhythm A new study has found that binge drinking during the holidays, especially in December and January, is linked to an increase in irregular heartbeats. There are a lot of parties, celebrations,…
Can marijuana help you stop wanting to drink? People are interested in a new clinical trial because it shows that some people who used cannabis drank less and wanted alcohol less. A lot of people are interested in this finding,…
Why Some People Get White or Blue Fingers When They Are Cold or Stressed Have you ever seen someone whose fingers suddenly turn white, pale, or even blue when they are cold or stressed? This can look scary, but for…
Poor Sleep May Be Making Your Brain Age Faster. New research has found something concerning but important: people in their 40s and 50s who don’t get enough sleep often have brains that look older than they are. In short, not…