Health & Wellness
Weight‑loss drug may cut alcohol use in half
For the first time, scientists have shown that tirzepatide—the main ingredient in the diabetes and weight‑loss drug Mounjaro—can reduce alcohol intake and relapse‑like drinking...
Two-drug combo may protect kidneys better in diabetes
Chronic kidney disease is a serious condition in which the kidneys gradually lose their ability to filter waste and extra fluid from the blood.
This...
Common painkillers linked to antibiotic resistance
Antibiotics have saved millions of lives by treating infections that were once deadly. However, bacteria are becoming increasingly resistant to these drugs, making some...
Chronic kidney disease may increase dementia risk
Chronic kidney disease, often called CKD, is a long-term condition in which the kidneys slowly lose their ability to filter waste and extra fluid...
Traffic pollution may increase breast cancer risk
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women, and understanding what increases the risk has been a major focus of medical...
Carbs in daily meals could affect your lung cancer risk
Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death worldwide, and it is often linked to smoking. However, scientists are learning that...
Common blood pressure drug linked to sudden cardiac arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the most dangerous medical emergencies. It happens when the heart suddenly stops beating in a normal way and...
A simple pill may help people avoid painful joint replacement surgery
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint diseases in the world, especially among older adults. It affects millions of people and can make...
Daily foods that quietly harm your blood pressure health
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a very common health problem, especially as people get older. Many people do not notice any symptoms,...
The hidden cause of muscle weakness in older people
As people grow older, it is very common to feel weaker than before. Many older adults notice that carrying groceries feels heavier, standing up...
Study finds a big cause of autism, Alzheimer’s and schizophrenia
In recent years, scientists have learned a lot more about mental health conditions such as autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers now know that changes...
Early warning signs of clogged arteries you should never ignore
Clogged arteries, also called atherosclerosis, happen when a sticky substance known as plaque builds up inside the arteries. Arteries are the blood vessels that...
Early signs of pancreatic cancer you should not ignore
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous cancers because it is very hard to detect in its early stages. The pancreas is a...
Hidden dangers in a common blood pressure pill you need to know
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world. Many people do not feel sick, but over time it...
This overlooked blood pressure number could predict stroke and dementia
Scientists at the University of Miami have discovered an important clue about how blood pressure may affect the brain as people age.
Their research suggests...
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Brain Health
Chronic kidney disease may increase dementia risk
Chronic kidney disease, often called CKD, is a long-term condition in which the kidneys slowly lose their ability to filter waste and extra fluid...
Study finds a big cause of autism, Alzheimer’s and schizophrenia
In recent years, scientists have learned a lot more about mental health conditions such as autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers now know that changes...
This overlooked blood pressure number could predict stroke and dementia
Scientists at the University of Miami have discovered an important clue about how blood pressure may affect the brain as people age.
Their research suggests...
Scientists discover early Alzheimer’s warning signs in eyes
Scientists have long said that the eyes are a window to the brain, but new research suggests they may also offer an early warning...
New heart device could lower stroke risk in people with irregular heartbeat
Atrial fibrillation, commonly called AFib, affects about 10.5 million Americans and significantly increases the risk of stroke.
The condition causes the heart to beat irregularly,...