Common diabetes drugs can benefit heart, kidney, and metabolic health
Drugs like semaglutide, liraglutide, and tirzepatide—known as GLP-1 receptor agonists—are commonly used to help manage type 2 diabetes and support weight loss.
These medications have...
How cocoa, tea, and berries can protect men’s blood vessels during long sitting
Many people today spend hours sitting at desks, on the couch, or in cars. While this may feel relaxing, too much sitting can be...
How a dangerous duo may trigger early Alzheimer’s damage
Scientists have long known that Alzheimer’s disease is linked to sticky plaques and tangled proteins in the brain.
In recent years, they have also discovered...
Why standard heart tests miss nearly half of heart attack cases
A new study from Mount Sinai has found that many people who suffer heart attacks would not have been warned by current screening tools.
Nearly...
This cancer drug has surprising anti-aging power
Scientists at Queen Mary University of London have made an exciting discovery that could help us better understand aging.
Their study focused on fission yeast,...
Daytime sleepiness in older women may be linked to double dementia risk
Women in their 80s who become sleepier during the day over several years may have a higher risk of developing dementia, according to a...
These things may double stroke risk in people under 50
New research shows that younger adults who have migraines or other unusual health issues may face double the risk of stroke compared to those...
Chronic pain may strongly increase high blood pressure risk
A new study has found that chronic pain may raise the risk of developing high blood pressure.
The study, published in the American Heart Association...
Can a constipation drug protect failing kidneys?
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious condition that affects millions of people around the world. As the disease gets worse, many patients end...
Simple blood test could better predict heart disease risk
For nearly 60 years, doctors have used blood cholesterol levels to find out who is at high risk of heart disease.
But a new study...