After 25 procedures and constant fainting, patient finds long-term relief
Before her surgery in Ann Arbor, Amy Benét’s left brachiocephalic vein was 100% constricted, while the right was between 92-95% closed.
Doctors explained this stenosis...
A fading sense of smell may show heart disease risk, study finds
A new study suggests that losing your sense of smell as you get older could be a warning sign of future heart problems.
Researchers from...
Wearing heated pants may lower blood pressure, study shows
You may not think of heat as something that could help your heart, but a new study shows that warming up your body—especially with...
Two kidney tests give different results—and that could reveal big health problems
A new study shows that when two common tests for kidney function give very different results, it may be a sign of serious health...
Why people with Alzheimer’s disease forget loved ones
One of the most painful experiences for families of Alzheimer’s patients is when a loved one no longer recognizes them.
New research from the University...
Tiny blood fragments play a big role in heart disease
Scientists at New York University have made an important discovery about platelets—the tiny pieces of cells in our blood.
Most people know platelets as the...
These common meds may raise Risk of Parkinson’s disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a long-term condition that slowly affects the brain and nervous system.
It causes shaking, stiff muscles, and problems with balance and movement....
Popular blood pressure drug may raise risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A new study has raised concern about a common medicine used to treat high blood pressure.
The research shows that this medicine might increase the...
How high blood pressure harms your kidneys and heart
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called a “silent killer” because it usually has no obvious signs or symptoms. Even though...
Medical marijuana may increase risk of heart rhythm disorders
A new study from Gentofte University Hospital in Denmark has found that using medical marijuana to treat long-term pain might slightly raise the risk...