New genetic discovery shows big cause of autism
Autism is a developmental condition that affects how children communicate and interact with others.
About 1 in 59 children are diagnosed with autism, and boys...
Heartburn drugs like PPIs may increase kidney disease risk
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are common drugs used to treat heartburn, acid reflux, and a condition called GERD. You might know them by brand...
This painkiller may raise blood pressure in people with heart risks
Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is one of the most popular pain and fever relief medicines in the world.
Many people use it when they...
Diabetes drug metformin may help or harm cancer patients, study finds
Scientists from the University of Waterloo have issued an important warning for doctors who are using the diabetes drug metformin to treat cancer.
While this...
High blood pressure drug may raise risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A new study from the European Sudden Cardiac Arrest Network has found a possible link between a common blood pressure medication and a higher...
High doses of this vitamin may cause temporary vision loss
Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is often used to lower cholesterol levels. It can be bought with a prescription or over the counter...
Study finds big cause of early pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers because it’s very hard to detect early and often spreads before treatment can begin.
Many people don’t...
Why you don’t need to always worry about high blood pressure numbers
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called the “silent killer” because it can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and other serious...
Air pollution may raise dementia risk, study finds
Dementia is a brain condition that causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. It mostly affects older adults, but younger people can also develop...
Hearing loss and loneliness together speed up memory decline in older adults
New research from the University of Geneva has revealed that hearing loss, when combined with feelings of loneliness, can significantly speed up memory decline...