While hazy memories are a common side effect of smoking cannabis, a new study has suggested that it can make those memories feel real when they’re actually not. Researchers at Washington State University recruited 120 cannabis users and randomly assigned…
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A 12-week intervention study has concluded that increasing walking pace by a modest amount can lead to significant improvements in endurance and physical function for older adults classified as frail or prefrail. The research, published in the peer-reviewed…
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A new study of sleep and bedtime habits has a clear message for those wanting to lower their risk of major cardiovascular problems (such as a heart attack or a stroke): Stick to a regular bedtime. While health studies often focus on the quality and duration…
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For decades, cigarettes in American homes were the bane of child health experts. But as their use has plummeted, a new foe has emerged: Vaping. Looking at more than 92,000 U.S. poison control center reports of “nicotine exposures” in kids under…
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Many folks think it’s OK to belt back a few extra rounds on Saturday night if they stay mostly sober during the week. But saving up your drinks for a single sitting could be a recipe for liver problems, new research suggests. A team at the University of Southern…
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A recent study published by the American Heart Association revealed a worrying rise in heart attack deaths among adults aged 18 to 54 over the past decade, despite the overall decline in cardiac death rates. The study, published Thursday, showed that the number…
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