Scientists find link between severe skin problem and heart disease
The largest study of its kind has found further evidence that patients with severe psoriasis are at a higher risk of cardiovascular complications.
The study,...
Intense treatment for high blood pressure is a double-edged sword, study finds
High blood pressure is like a hidden enemy. You may not feel it, but it can stiffen your arteries, making it harder for blood...
I’ve just been diagnosed with cancer, now what?
In one pivotal instant your life has changed and there will be no turning back. How will you accept, adjust and adapt to being...
Alzheimer’s disease blood tests: here’s what they look for, and what they can tell...
Despite affecting 55 million people worldwide, Alzheimer’s disease still has no cure. But recent advancements in the field have seen a number of promising...
Scientists discover potential non-opioid pain relief drug
In a promising development that could transform pain management, researchers at the University of Chicago have discovered a new signaling pathway in the brain...
New blood test could predict Alzheimer’s disease 20 years before symptoms appear
Researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) have developed an innovative blood test using nanotechnology and artificial intelligence (AI) that may predict the onset...
Morning and afternoon exercise may help lower type 2 diabetes risk
Physical activity has long been recommended as a preventive measure against type 2 diabetes.
However, new research from Harvard University and Harvard Medical School suggests...
Vegetarian diets linked to lower heart disease risks and weight loss, says new study
Want to improve your heart health and possibly lose some weight? A vegetarian diet might be your answer, according to a new study from...
Why some people more likely to have high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a big deal and affects almost half of the adults in the U.S. If your blood pressure is too high,...
Stressful jobs double heart disease risk for men, new study finds
We all know that work can be stressful sometimes, but did you know that a stressful job might be really bad for your heart—especially...