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How blood pressure meds may influence memory functions

Engaging in typical conversations about our well-being, we often talk about the medicines we take to manage everyday health woes like colds, allergies, and...

New drug could help treat multiple cancers caused by genetic mutations

Navigating through the complex world of cancer research might seem like an overwhelming task, especially when the terminology and processes are designed for scientists...

New diabetes drug could control blood sugar and body weight better, study finds

Understanding how our bodies function is fascinating, and sometimes, digging deep into health conditions like diabetes can provide surprising information, like its unseen effects...

Beetroot juice is a tasty way to lowering blood pressure

Imagine sipping your way towards better health, specifically in the domain of blood pressure management, with just a daily glass of juice. A team of...

Pain after heart attack can be a marker of high death risk

A new study, as reported in the Journal of the American Heart Association, unveils a stark association between pain experienced after a heart attack...

Non-melanoma skin cancer kills more people, study finds

Imagine you hear about two forms of skin cancer: one is frequently discussed, recognized as dangerous and has a pronounced reputation for being lethal...

Diabetes drug metformin could treat gum disease, boost healthy aging

Researchers at King's College London have unveiled a novel method to thwart periodontal (gum) disease while potentially mitigating the onset of diabetes and obesity,...

Antioxidants in diet can be a shield against Alzheimer’s

The enduring mystery of Alzheimer’s disease might have a fresh light shone upon it, courtesy of researchers from the Virginia Tech Carilion School of...

A low-sodium diet could effectively lower blood pressure, study finds

The complexity of our bodies demands a delicate balance of various elements to ensure optimal function, much like a meticulously engineered car requiring a...

Fitness instructor couldn’t outrun family heart disease, but she could reduce the damage

A few months before her 50th birthday, Angie Mayo and her husband, Carl, headed to Key West, Florida, for an early celebration. She could use...