Is it a cold, the flu or COVID-19?
This article was originally posted on October 21, 2020, and was updated on October 17, 2023.
Editor’s note: Knowledge about COVID-19 is ever-evolving. For historical...
Scientists find cause of inflammation in asthma
Asthma, a chronic inflammatory lung condition affecting millions worldwide, remains a complex and poorly understood disease.
While inflammation in the airways is a well-known aspect...
Obesity increases risk of complications after surgeries, study finds
Obesity is a complex and widespread health issue in the United States, affecting almost 42% of adults.
While the health impacts of obesity, such as...
Common blood pressure drugs may affect kidney health
High blood pressure is a widespread health concern, impacting over a billion people globally.
Unfortunately, individuals with severe high blood pressure often develop kidney problems,...
Living alone may increase cancer risk by one third, study finds
A new study reveals that people who live alone face a greater risk of dying from cancer.
The study conducted by the American Cancer Society...
High triglyceride levels linked to higher risk of recurrent stroke and heart problems
A new study suggests that people who experience a type of stroke known as atherothrombotic stroke and have higher levels of triglycerides—a type of...
Eating less processed food at night may reduce death risk in diabetes
Eating at specific times of the day, in harmony with our biological clock, can be just as crucial for people with diabetes as portion...
Dementia hurts not only your memory, but also your emotions
Dementia is a challenging condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
While memory loss is often the focus when discussing dementia, researchers are highlighting another...
Blood pressure drug linked to higher risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A recent study conducted by the European Sudden Cardiac Arrest network has unveiled a potential association between a widely prescribed medication for high blood...
Scientists find the cause of failure in cancer drug development
Developing effective cancer drugs is a complex challenge, often hindered by unexpected results in clinical trials.
These drugs are designed to target specific mutated proteins...