Understanding the role of genetics in certain brain diseases is empowering. For starters… There’s no single genetic cause for dementia, but being aware of a family history of Alzheimer’s disease and the possibility of genes that raise your risk for it can put you in control of your health journey. There are rare, hereditary causes…

Trump’s 25% auto tariffs: A bold move to strengthen U.S. manufacturing despite short-term challenges The proposed 25% tariffs aim to reduce reliance on foreign auto imports, incentivize domestic production and strengthen America’s industrial base by encouraging automakers to shift operations stateside. Japanese automakers, which export over 1.3 million vehicles annually to the U.S., may face…

There are tens of millions of people in the U.S. taking the cholesterol-lowering medications known as statins to prevent heart disease. This could be because the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force advises healthcare professionals to prescribe statins in patients ages 40 to 75 who have at least one risk factor for heart disease, such…

• North Korean leader Kim Jong Un recently inspected and showcased advanced AI-equipped suicide drones and an early-warning aircraft. • These drones are designed for tactical attacks, equipped with artificial intelligence to target and destroy enemy forces. • The unveil marked the first public display of North Korea's airborne early-warning aircraft, signaling the regime's growing military…

Being a health writer, I have a good grasp of how our immune system works. I’ve written about it often, including how to know if your immune system isn’t working properly, how to slow immune system aging and how inflammation can turn your immune system harmful. And when it comes to the involvement of blood…