High blood pressure drug side effects: What you need to know
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
Treatment of hypertension often involves medication, which...
Deep sleep may reduce memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease
A new study from the University of California, Berkeley, reveals that deep, non-REM slow-wave sleep can act as a protective factor against memory decline...
Diabetes could mean worse outcomes for people with cancer
Type 2 diabetes is a condition where your body doesn't produce enough insulin, which is a hormone that helps regulate your blood sugar levels.
People...
Your diet quality can affect gut microbiota to promote health
A new study from the University of Illinois shows that following the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) can promote healthy gut microbiota that supports...
Every cancer is unique – why different cancers require different treatments, and how evolution...
Cancer is an evolutionary disease. The same forces that turned dinosaurs into birds turn normal cells into cancer: genetic mutations and traits that confer...
6 common questions about vascular dementia
Vascular dementia is a type of dementia that can progress slowly or quickly depending on the individual and the severity of the condition.
It is...
Air pollution may increase risk of irregular heartbeat
A new study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) has found that exposure to air pollution is associated with an increased risk of...
Older people should keep blood pressure in this range, study suggests
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious health condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
When the force of blood against the...
Vitamin A and colon cancer: What you need to know
Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is the third most common cancer worldwide, with over 1 million new cases diagnosed each year.
The risk...
Dementia and normal aging: What are the differences?
As we age, changes in our brain and cognitive function are a natural part of the aging process. However, not all changes are the...