Autoimmune disorders: A widespread health concern affecting 1 in 10
A new large-scale study published in The Lancet reveals that autoimmune disorders now affect approximately one in ten individuals, making these conditions more common...
Older women may have higher heart attack risk than man
Understanding Heart Attacks
Heart attacks can be frightening. They occur when the blood supply to the heart is blocked, often by a build-up of fat,...
Research unravels mysterious cause of Parkinson’s disease
A Brief Introduction to Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative condition that affects the brain, making it difficult for those affected to carry out...
How statins improve blood vessel health
Introduction to Statins
Statins are widely prescribed medications, with over 40 million Americans taking them to lower their cholesterol levels.
These drugs were developed in the...
Popular obesity drug could kill cancer, study finds
Introduction to GLP-1
GLP-1 (Glucagon-like peptide-1) analogues are a popular and highly regarded pharmacological treatment for obesity.
Now, new research from Maynooth University's Kathleen Londsdale Institute...
Scientists find cause of pancreatic cancer and make a breakthrough in treatment
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), an extremely aggressive form of pancreatic cancer, has long been a formidable challenge for medical professionals, with a dismal five-year...
Home blood pressure measurements more accurate than clinic readings
Understanding the Study
A recent study conducted by researchers from Kaiser Permanente suggests that home-based blood pressure measurements could be more precise than those taken...
Health benefits and side effects of diabetes drug metformin
Metformin is a medication commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes.
It works by reducing the amount of glucose produced by the liver and increasing...
Early detection of Parkinson’s: A promising new AI tool
Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement.
It currently has no cure and is typically diagnosed when physical symptoms such as hand tremors...
New mobile app can detect Alzheimer’s disease with speech
Alzheimer's Disease: The Silent Epidemic
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a type of dementia that slowly and steadily impairs memory and thinking skills. It's a common...