In a new study, college students with major depressive disorder who followed a keto diet experienced a significant drop in depression symptoms and an increase in overall well-being.
Insomnia May Speed Up Brain Aging and Dementia Risk
A new study suggests chronic insomnia may be an early warning sign or contributor to cognitive decline.
Fall Allergy Survival Guide for Families
Allergies, a cold, or something more? Sorting out the symptoms and treatments with Dr. Farah Kahn, immunologist and allergist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and a spokesperson for the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology.
Is Diabetes Becoming a Silent Epidemic?
A new study finds nearly half of people ages 15 and older have diabetes and don’t know it.
High Blood Pressure in Kids Linked to Serious Heart Risks Later in Life
Kids with high blood pressure face a much greater risk of dying from heart disease by their mid 50s, a new study finds.
Prostate Cancer Rates on the Rise After Years of Decline
Prostate cancer rates are increasing about 3% per year, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society. And the biggest increases are being seen in advanced-stage disease, which is harder to treat.
Popular Sugar Substitutes Linked to Faster Brain Aging
A new study finds artificial sweeteners typically found in ultra-processed foods and drinks may be associated with a faster decline in overall thinking and memory skills – especially in people under 60 and those with diabetes.
New Study Reveals Shifts in Student Mental Health — and Surprising Gaps in Parent Perceptions
HealthDay speaks with Dr. Nicole Brady, CMO of UnitedHealthcare Student Resources, about the surprising results of their new Behavioral Health Report on college students and recent graduates.
From Cancer Survivor to Transplant Pioneer: Chicago Woman’s Remarkable Journey
Blinded by childhood cancer, a newly engaged Chicago woman receives rare triple-organ transplant at Northwestern Medicine.