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People with long COVID show brain changes differ from recovered patients

Researchers at the Radiological Society of North America's annual meeting are presenting groundbreaking findings on Long COVID, a post-COVID condition affecting a significant portion...

Widely used blood pressure drugs may harm your sleep, study finds

Beta-blockers, commonly prescribed for various heart conditions, are not significantly linked to depression but may affect sleep patterns, as revealed by a study from...

Study links statin use to higher risk of diabetes and skin infections

For individuals with high levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, statin medications are often prescribed to manage cholesterol levels. Statins are known to effectively reduce...

Scientists find a new predictor for kidney disease

A recent study has uncovered the Hemoglobin Glycation Index (HGI) as a significant predictor for chronic kidney disease (CKD) in individuals without traditional risk...

Red meat may increase inflammation in the body, study finds

Recent research led by Dr. Alexis Wood from Baylor College of Medicine challenges long-held beliefs about red meat and its impact on inflammation, a...

More than 1 billion people may live with muscle and bone diseases by 2050

A recent study published in Lancet Rheumatology, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, predicts a significant increase in musculoskeletal disorders globally. Researchers anticipate...

Many people with diabetes get their cancer diagnosis too late

A significant study by the International Agency for Research on Cancer has shed light on the relationship between type 2 diabetes and cancer diagnosis. The...

Low-salt diet strongly reduce high blood pressure, study finds

Recent findings presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023 demonstrate that a significant reduction in daily sodium intake can notably lower systolic...

Gut bacteria provide new hope in colorectal cancer treatment

Researchers at the University of Alberta have made a significant breakthrough in colorectal cancer research, published in Frontiers in Immunology. They discovered that metabolites, produced...

Drones deliver heart-saving aid faster than ambulances

Cardiac arrest is a severe medical emergency where the heart suddenly stops beating, requiring immediate intervention. Timely use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)...