Why high blood pressure is known as the silent killer
Medical professionals call high blood pressure—also known as hypertension—the silent killer because it can go undetected for a long period of time and leads...
Unmasking the impact of air pollution on stroke recovery
Air pollution, the pervasive yet often overlooked menace, has been observed to negatively impact the prognosis of ischemic stroke, a condition caused by reduced...
Toxic chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products remain in our bodies and environments...
Cosmetics and personal care products enhance the way we look and feel. During the pandemic, I started a self-care facial routine.
It helped me cope...
Brain-altering fungi could lead the next frontier in mental health care
If you were one of the millions of people who watched HBO’s TV series The Last of Us, you probably have a heightened awareness...
AI can improve speed and accuracy of heart attack diagnosis
Imagine a world where the diagnosis of heart attacks is as swift as lightning and as accurate as a Swiss watch. A world where...
Scientists find an early drive of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is a tough nut to crack. It's one of those diseases that doctors often find too late. It's also a leading cause...
Depression and Alzheimer’s: Different risk factors at play
The Mystery of Alzheimer's and Depression
Alzheimer's disease is a tricky beast. It's a physical illness that affects the brain, and right now, it impacts...
High blood pressure: 9 in 10 patients need more treatment
A group of researchers from the University of Gothenburg have recently concluded several studies exploring the link between high blood pressure and heart-related complications.
Their...
Fatty liver and cancer: A link unveiled
Researchers at Cedars-Sinai Cancer have made a significant discovery that could change the way colorectal cancer is managed.
They found that fatty liver disease, often...
1 in 2 older people with dementia suffers from falls
Falls cause millions of injuries among older adults each year, and the risk is even higher among those living with dementia.
A new study from...