David DiSalvo, Contributor

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Study Finds A Common Class Of Drugs May Increase Dementia Risk, But There’s Some Good News As Well

A new study found a nearly 50% increased risk of dementia among patients who had used popular anticholinergic drugs for at least three years, but there’s some good news as well.

12 Changes In Mindset That Can Benefit Your Physical Health

Changing mindset can be a powerful tool for generating action. These 12 science-backed mindset changes can lead to physical health benefits if we take on the challenge of following through.

Deaths Of Despair From Drugs, Alcohol And Suicide Have Reached A Record High, Warns New Report

A new report says the U.S. has hit a record high for drug, alcohol and suicide “deaths of despair,” with a state-by-state analysis revealing alarming ongoing trends for many parts of the country.

Why The Research You’ve Read About On Smartphone Addiction May Be Wrong

Smartphone addiction is a headline-grabbing preoccupation, but just how strong are the conclusions about this “addiction”?

Study: Our Gut Bacteria May Be Dismantling The Pills We Take – What You Should Know

New research reveals that our gut bacteria digest and metabolize many of the common drugs we take, and we’re just now starting to understand the implications of this potentially big finding.

Which Strategies Really Work Best To Beat Insomnia? New Research Has Some Good News And Bad News

Insomnia steals hours of sleep from many of us night after night. New research explores the available strategies to get some of those hours back, and offers some good news and bad news about what really works.

Eating Blueberries Daily May Reduce Risk Of Heart Disease, Even If Risk Is Already High, Study Finds

Blueberries already have a science-based reputation for serving up health benefits, and now new research suggests that even people already at high risk of developing heart disease may benefit from eating a cup a day (with a couple of caveats).

Science Just Moved A Step Closer To Making A ‘Stress Vaccine’ From Bacteria Living Under Our Feet

Bacteria continues revealing secrets with major implications for our health. A new study homes in on a big one, possibly locating the missing piece for developing the long-theorized “stress vaccine”.

Study Links Having A Sense Of Purpose With Lower Risk Of Death — Here’s The Science Behind The Link

We often hear the conventional wisdom that living with purpose is key to living longer, buthow strong is the science behind the advice?New research adds to the argument, uncovering more evidence that a sense of purpose is linked to overall health.

Study Finds Ketamine Nasal Spray Effective For Treating Depression: What You Should Know

Ketamine continues moving closer to being widely available as a depression treatment, with a new study finding it safe and effective as a nasal spray. Here’s what you should know about the latest research.