It is important to balance pain management and opioid safety, study shows
Over the past decade, a significant shift has occurred in the prescription of painkillers by healthcare providers.
This transformation was prompted by the opioid epidemic,...
High blood pressure and coffee: finding the right balance for your health
Coffee is one of the world's most popular beverages, cherished for its rich flavor and the energy boost it provides.
However, there has been an...
Gut health plays a role in your risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery linking the gut microbiota to Alzheimer's disease.
For the first time, they have demonstrated that Alzheimer's symptoms can be...
Blood pressure drugs may lower dementia risk in older people
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, affects millions of people worldwide. It's a condition that often requires medication to control and reduce the...
Scientists find new way to treat kidney and liver diseases
Many individuals suffer from serious kidney or liver issues, often with elusive causes that puzzle doctors.
A recent breakthrough at Newcastle University has unveiled a...
Researchers show an important cause of heart rhythm disorders
Heart rhythm disorders can be a daunting and, at times, life-threatening challenge for many individuals.
Fortunately, a team of scientists from The Ohio State University...
New brain-wave cap could revolutionize stroke diagnosis in ambulances
Millions of people worldwide suffer from ischemic strokes every year, where a blood clot blocks a blood vessel in the brain, potentially causing severe...
Scientists find decade-long preceding period in Parkinson’s disease
A recent study conducted at the Université de Montréal, published in Nature Communications, has unveiled a startling revelation: Parkinson's disease quietly progresses for more...
Marijuana can be a health concern in people with high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health concern. It occurs when the force of blood against the walls of our...
Scientists find link between heartburn drugs and increased dementia risk
Antacid medications, known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), are commonly used to reduce stomach acid production.
However, a recent study from Copenhagen University Hospital and...