HEALTH

The World Health Organization reports that approximately 50 million people around the globe are suffering from dementia. The UN health body also said that 10 million new cases are added each year.

Dementia is not a product of aging, but a result of declining brain functions. This usually manifests when you're 65 or older. However, there are ways to prevent the condition. One of these is by playing a specific game.

Sleep loss is more than just an annoyance in the UK. It has become a huge problem for many and one which has caused a lot of trouble. Fortunately, there is one drink that could help.

A heart attack is a serious health emergency where the organ’s blood supply is suddenly cut off due to a blockage, in many cases, by a blood clot. The lack of blood supply to the heart can cause extreme damage to the heart muscles and can sometimes be fatal.

The holiday season may have officially started, and enjoying it without a shot of alcohol might become quite difficult. However, you can survive the holidays even though you are already sober. Here’s how.

Using just a drop of blood, the Japanese firm Toshiba's new device detects 13 types of cancer accurately.

New research has found that practicing yoga helps alleviate symptoms of Major depression.

Doctors reported the case of a 46-year-old man who suffered from an epilepsy-like seizure after eating a particular food.

Chickenpox reactivation has caused meningitis in two teenagers who had both the doses of the varicella vaccine.

Measles is one of the most contagious diseases. It claimed more than 100,000 lives in 2017. Now, the World Health Organization reported that cases of measles will continue to rise.

Health experts say visceral fat is the most dangerous form of fat. They say there is a need to remove them as soon as possible, as they can be life-threatening.

Skin disorders like eczema can be very irritable during the cold season. The freezing temperature outdoors and indoor artificial heating could exacerbate this condition. When looking for fast relief, however, dermatologist Dr. Jess Felton recommends avoiding one thing. What is it?

A heart attack is a treacherous medical condition that could strike without warning. This condition is oftentimes impacted by unhealthy lifestyle decisions. To minimize the risk, there is a need to make the necessary changes in lifestyle.

Lack of sleep has been known to disrupt physical and mental functions. For many people, particularly those who live in big cities, this problem can sometimes be very hard to solve.

The quest to find the fountain of youth dates back thousands of years ago and has always been mired with disappointments. Many have tried different concoctions of herb extracts and even set on a journey to find a literal fountain that could restore youth. The secret, however, does not lie in any of these.

A club drug oftentimes abused by wild partygoers may soon become the ally of alcoholics. This is the opinion of researchers after recently completing their study on how to shake off alcoholism.

A recent study has found that taking part in board games help improve memory and cognitive abilities among the elderly population.

Experts suggest that washing thanksgiving turkey before cooking doesn't really clean the meat but rather causes contamination.

A recent study has reported that cannabis helps reduce migraine pain and headaches by 50%.

Hopes for a cannabidiol boom worldwide were dashed Monday with a scathing announcement from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

One of the most dangerous and treacherous medical emergencies is a heart attack. Persons who are suffering from heart attacks should immediately be given medical attention, otherwise, the consequences could be fatal.

Many places in the UK have reported having norovirus outbreaks. This has resulted in hospitals and schools closing down to prevent it from further spreading.

Feeling tired and fatigued after a long day’s work is normal and can be resolved by taking a restful sleep. In some cases, however, this solution is not that easy to come by. This is why it is necessary to take some supplements to relieve fatigue and tiredness.

Lung cancer affects thousands of people all over the world. At times, the condition worsens due to the inability to detect early symptoms. Take note that there are symptoms in your hand, which could indicate that you may be suffering from lung cancer.

New research suggests that lowering LDL cholesterol levels to less than 70 mg/dL can reduce the risk of recurrent stroke.

A Facebook post from a mom whose child was diagnosed with a rare illness has indeed raised awareness.

Be aware of all these health risks your partner's snoring is causing you.

The quest to find the cure for dementia is on and will be headed by British scientists. The mission had also received a tremendous boost when Health Secretary Matt Hancock revealed there is an existing spending pledge of £1.6 billion for this scientific journey.

Vitamin B12 is a vitamin that plays an important part in various body processes, one of which is in red blood cell production. Despite its importance, it often gets neglected, rendering a lot of people deficient from the vitamin. Experts revealed the various symptoms that indicate a deficiency in vitamin B12.