New guidelines for managing heart rhythm disorders
The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA), along with other medical groups, have released a new guideline for dealing...
Both high and low “good cholesterol” levels linked to dementia risk in older people
A recent study published in Neurology has found a surprising connection between both high and low levels of HDL cholesterol, often referred to as...
9 in 10 people with high blood pressure need better treatment
Researchers from the University of Gothenburg have conducted studies indicating that more intensive treatment for high blood pressure may be necessary to reduce the...
Aspirin linked to lower diabetes risk in older people
Recent research presented at the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) Annual Meeting in Hamburg, Germany, has uncovered a potential benefit of...
This attention test can detect Alzheimer’s early
A pioneering study led by Caltech and Huntington Medical Research Institutes offers new insights into early Alzheimer's detection through a unique behavioral test, focusing...
Thiazide diuretics can help prevent kidney stones, study finds
A new study from Vanderbilt University Medical Center, using genetic data, provides fresh insights into the effectiveness of thiazide diuretics in preventing kidney stones,...
Vegan diet can benefit heart health, two studies find
A recent study by Stanford Medicine researchers, including Dr. Christopher Gardner, highlights how a vegan diet can significantly improve cardiovascular health in just eight...
This ultrasound device can manage high blood pressure
A recent study highlights the potential of an ultrasound device to help control high blood pressure, a condition affecting a significant portion of the...
Scientists find surprising link between high “good cholesterol” and dementia
A comprehensive study led by Monash University has revealed a surprising connection between very high levels of HDL-C, commonly known as "good cholesterol," and...
New supplement reduces side effects of blood pressure drugs
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have developed a dietary supplement that effectively reduces high blood sugar and corrects electrolyte imbalances caused by thiazide...