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Chronic lack of sleep may negatively affect our immune cells, raising certain health risks: New study

A new study from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City indicates a chronic lack of sleep may affect a person's immune cells — and contribute to inflammation in the body.

Drinking four cups of tea a day may lower diabetes risk, new study says

A review of studies about the impact of tea on diabetes, heart disease and stroke risk shows that drinking four cups of tea a day may reduce risk by 17% over a decade; but some share notes of caution.

Diabetes affects millions of Americans and hits Hispanic, Latino adults especially hard, CDC says

During Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct.15), Americans of Hispanic or Latino descent might pay particular attention to Type 2 diabetes concerns — and take key steps to prevent or control it.

5 heart studies allegedly manipulated data, saying a blood thinner had healing effects

Researchers are under investigation for data manipulation. The federally funded research led by Temple University concluded that a blood thinner had a healing effect on hearts.

Oregon boy, 5, celebrates 'superhero heart' after he was born with 'Swiss cheese' defect

Maverick Waler, 5, of Redmond, Oregon, underwent a cutting-edge procedure in New York City to close multiple holes in his heart – and his dad, Brad Waler, shared the story with Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital.

US life expectancy fell again in 2021, largely due to COVID-19

According to a recent government report, the national life expectancy in the U.S. fell for the second consecutive year in 2021. It dropped by nearly a year.

Combo 'polypill' cuts heart disease deaths, new study finds

A heart medication known as a polypill reduced the chances of a secondary adverse cardiovascular event in people who previously suffered a heart attack, a new study found.

Herbal supplements and their side effects: Here's how to stay safe

The recent death of the wife of a GOP lawmaker from California highlights the great care that should be taken with the use of herbal supplements, according to doctors and nutritionists.

Why sitting all day long is bad for your health, doctors emphasize

Millions of Americans sit during their commutes to work, while they're on the job and then at night when they return home. Doctors reveal how this is harmful to our health — and what to do about it.

'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' star Nicholas Brendon rushed to hospital for cardiac incident

"Buffy the Vampire Slayer" star Nicholas Brendon is back in the hospital after being "rushed to emergency" for a cardiac incident.