Can blood pressure pills affect your gut health?
Diverticulosis is a common condition where small pouches form in the wall of the intestine. It happens more often in older adults and usually...
This type of cough might be a hidden sign of heart failure
When people think about heart problems, they often imagine chest pain or feeling out of breath. But did you know that a persistent cough...
New blood test helps detect major stroke faster and more accurately
Stroke is one of the top causes of death and disability in the world. But fast and accurate treatment can make a big difference.
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Doctors now can spot fast-moving dementia sooner
A new study led by Mayo Clinic researchers has come up with a clearer and more practical way to define a rare and fast-moving...
Your heart health could predict eye disease
A recent study from researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles, has found a strong connection between heart health and the risk of...
Liver cancer and severe liver disease are more common if a close relative has...
A major new study from Sweden shows that close family members of people with fatty liver disease are also at higher risk of developing...
Heart screening may cut death and stroke risk in older men
A large study from Denmark has found that heart screenings may help reduce the risk of death, stroke, and heart attacks in older men—especially...
AI scan tool can predict heart attacks and death
A new study has found that a special artificial intelligence (AI) tool can help predict heart attacks and death in people who have signs...
New rapid blood test could detect ALS with 97% accuracy
ALS, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a serious and progressive condition that causes the death of nerve cells...
Your tooth and gum health may predict stroke risk
Taking care of your teeth and gums might do more than just keep your smile bright. New research suggests it could also help protect...