New cholesterol-lowering drug can help statin-intolerant patients
Cholesterol is a substance that the body needs to work properly, but having too much of it—especially LDL or “bad” cholesterol—can raise the risk...
Common diabetes drug may help older people live longer
Delirium is a condition that causes sudden confusion and trouble thinking clearly. It can come on quickly and is often triggered by illnesses, infections,...
Study finds a new treatment for diabetes
Inside our body is a small but very important organ called the pancreas. One of its main jobs is to make insulin using special...
Chocolate could replace needles for people with diabetes
Around 425 million people across the world have diabetes. For about 75 million of them, daily insulin injections are part of life.
But now, researchers...
Diabetes drug metformin may help or harm cancer patients, study finds
Scientists from the University of Waterloo have issued an important warning for doctors who are using the diabetes drug metformin to treat cancer.
While this...
Air pollution may raise dementia risk, study finds
Dementia is a brain condition that causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. It mostly affects older adults, but younger people can also develop...
What causes kidney disease in non-diabetics
Kidney disease is often linked to diabetes, but many people without diabetes can also develop kidney problems. In fact, research shows that nearly 30...
Healthy sleep is key to better heart and metabolic health, says AHA
Getting enough good-quality sleep is important for a healthy heart and metabolism, according to a new statement from the American Heart Association (AHA).
The statement,...
Why type 2 diabetes can lead to nerve pain
Type 2 diabetes is known for causing high blood sugar levels, but many people don’t realize it can also lead to nerve pain.
This type...
Best medications for type 2 diabetes control
Type 2 diabetes happens when the body struggles to use the hormone insulin, so sugar builds up in the blood. Lifestyle changes, like healthier...