Scientists discover deep cause of early-stage pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer. It’s hard to detect in the early stages and even harder to treat once...
Mini stroke: A warning sign you shouldn’t ignore
A mini-stroke, also called a TIA (short for transient ischemic attack), is a health event that looks and feels like a stroke but doesn’t...
High dose of common blood pressure drug linked to sudden cardiac arrest risk
A recent European study has raised concerns about a popular drug used to treat high blood pressure—nifedipine—after finding that taking high doses may increase...
From goo to glue: How a Parkinson’s protein hardens in brain cells
Scientists have made a big breakthrough in understanding how a protein linked to Parkinson’s disease changes form inside our cells—transforming from a sticky, honey-like...
This common diabetes drug may help prevent aggressive blood cancer
Metformin, a widely used and affordable drug for type 2 diabetes, could help prevent a deadly form of blood cancer known as acute myeloid...
Five reasons why young-onset dementia is often missed
Around 57 million people worldwide have dementia. While most cases of dementia are diagnosed in older adults, about 7% of cases occur in people...
A heart artery tore weeks before her due date, putting the lives of mom...
Nearly nine months pregnant, Nefertari Nelson-Williams sunk into her sofa after a long Sunday caring for her four kids. She clicked on the TV...
These two drugs may be the best to treat nerve pain
More than 20 million people in the United States live with neuropathic pain, a type of chronic pain caused by damaged or malfunctioning nerves....
These common drugs may harm your memory function
When people take medicine for everyday health problems—like allergies, high blood pressure, or bladder issues—they usually expect to feel better, not worse. But researchers...
Can mouthwash raise your blood pressure?
Many people use mouthwash every day to keep their mouth fresh and clean. It’s known for killing germs, fighting bad breath, and helping to...