Scientists find long-term impact of blood pressure drugs on kidney health
A study by the University of Virginia has raised concerns about the long-term effects of common medications used to treat high blood pressure and...
Research finds big cause of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) affects 1% to 3% of children by age 17, presenting a significant mental health concern.
A subset of these cases may be...
New calculator can improve heart disease risk prediction
A groundbreaking calculator, introduced in a new American Heart Association Scientific Statement, offers a more comprehensive approach to predicting cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk.
The PREVENT™...
Hot flashes during sleep may be early sign of Alzheimer’s disease
A new study presented at the 2023 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society in Philadelphia suggests that hot flashes, particularly during sleep, experienced by...
Alzheimer’s disease basics, what you can do to prevent it
Alzheimer’s disease is feared by many ― and for good reason.
The brain disorder slowly destroys memory along with a person’s ability to reason, speak,...
Fatty liver disease is linked to personality disorders
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), a chronic liver condition, has become alarmingly common, particularly in affluent societies, and is now the leading cause of...
Vitamin K may help improve lung health, study finds
Vitamin K, commonly found in leafy greens, vegetable oils, and grains, is known for its crucial role in blood clotting and wound healing.
However, recent...
Research finds new cause of Parkinson’s disease
Researchers from the University of Copenhagen, led by Professor Shohreh Issazadeh-Navikas, have made a significant breakthrough in understanding Parkinson's disease.
Their study reveals that the...
Vitamin D may help reduce risk of heart rhythm disorders
A recent study from the University of Eastern Finland has brought to light some promising findings regarding vitamin D and its potential effects on...
Scientists find the best time to take high blood pressure drugs
Recent research led by the University of Vigo, Spain, has unveiled groundbreaking insights into managing high blood pressure.
This study, part of the Hygia Chronotherapy...