Taking steroids for chronic illness may raise your blood pressure
A new study from the University of Leeds has found that people who take oral steroids for chronic inflammatory diseases may be at a...
Study shows surprising cause of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s Disease is a serious illness that affects millions of people around the world. It happens when certain brain cells, especially those that control...
Scientists find the right drug for heart disease
When you visit a doctor, they often wrap a band around your arm to check your blood pressure. It’s a simple test, but it...
Study finds a new cause of tooth decay
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania and the University of North Carolina have made a surprising discovery that could change how we understand and...
New drug advances in treating high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is a major reason why many...
A new hope for people living with chronic nerve pain
Scientists from Weill Cornell Medicine and the Burke Neurological Institute have found a new drug that may help people who suffer from long-term nerve...
What causes a mini-stroke and how to prevent one
A mini-stroke, also called a transient ischemic attack (TIA), happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is briefly blocked. It causes...
Vitamin D deficiency linked to nerve damage in people with diabetes
A new study from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has found a strong link between low vitamin D levels and a serious nerve problem...
Understanding peripheral artery disease: symptoms and treatments
Peripheral artery disease, or PAD, is a common health problem where the arteries become narrowed and blood can’t flow easily to the arms or...
New drug can effectively reduce hard-to-treat high blood pressure
A new drug being tested by researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine could offer hope for people with high...