How to treat non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD, is a condition where fat builds up in the liver in people who drink little or no alcohol....
Do these things to lower your stroke risk
blood flow to the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts.
While some risk factors, like age and family history,...
Early drug combo treatment after heart attack could save lives
Giving heart attack patients a combination of two cholesterol-lowering drugs soon after the event may greatly improve their chances of avoiding another heart attack,...
Best medications for type 2 diabetes control
Type 2 diabetes happens when the body struggles to use the hormone insulin, so sugar builds up in the blood. Lifestyle changes, like healthier...
Understanding high blood pressure drug side effects
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem that affects millions of people around the world. It can be dangerous if...
Recognizing kidney disease in older adults: Signs and why it matters
Kidney disease is a serious health concern, especially for older adults. It usually develops slowly and without obvious symptoms, which makes it hard to...
Lower diastolic blood pressure may help protect aging brains
A new study from the University of Miami has found an important link between blood pressure and brain health, especially as we grow older.
The...
Understanding causes of Lewy body dementia
Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a type of progressive dementia that mostly affects older adults. It is the second most common form of dementia...
B vitamins may help lower drug-resistant high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects millions of people worldwide and is a major cause of heart disease and stroke. For many...
Fatigue in older adults may signal higher risk of early death
A new study from the University of Pittsburgh has found that older adults who feel very tired after doing everyday tasks are more likely...