Popular cholesterol drug may carry hidden kidney risks
A study has raised concerns about a widely used cholesterol-lowering medicine, suggesting that it may increase the risk of kidney problems in some people.
The...
This may be the key to treating Parkinson’s disease
Scientists are continuing to search for better ways to treat Parkinson’s disease, a condition that slowly damages the brain and affects movement, mood, and...
Rethinking high blood pressure: why one number doesn’t tell the whole story
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is often known as the “silent killer.” This is because it can slowly damage the body without causing...
Weight-loss surgery may protect the heart even without curing diabetes
Metabolic surgery, also known as weight-loss surgery or bariatric surgery, is becoming more common among people living with diabetes.
This type of surgery helps people...
Can some older people safely reduce blood pressure drugs?
Managing high blood pressure is an important part of staying healthy, especially for older adults. Doctors often prescribe medications to lower blood pressure and...
How long can people live with dementia?
Hearing a diagnosis of dementia can be very upsetting for both the person and their family. It often brings many questions, and one of...
Why men and women age differently: study shows hidden immune changes
Scientists have long known that men and women do not experience health in exactly the same way. For example, women often have stronger immune...
Can getting fitter prevent brain diseases?
Mental health and physical health are closely connected, even though they are often treated as separate areas.
A new large study has found that improving...
Are environmental chemicals behind rising cancer in young people?
Colorectal cancer is becoming more common in younger adults, and this trend has puzzled doctors and researchers around the world.
In the past, this type...
A hidden brain switch may decide if pain becomes chronic
Pain is something everyone experiences at some point. Usually, pain is helpful. It warns us when something is wrong, like when we touch something...