Middle-aged adults with metabolic syndrome face heart attack and stroke sooner
In our 40s and 50s, many of us may feel pretty good overall, even if we carry a little extra weight or have borderline...
Knee pain: here’s why it happens and how you can fix it
Knee pain is a common problem. Global estimates suggest more than one in five people over the age of 40 have a form of...
A simple blood test could effectively diagnose inflammatory bowel disease
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a common issue affecting millions in the U.S., often manifesting as either Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.
Both conditions have...
How genetics and gut health influence diabetes and its complications
The Meta-Analysis of Glucose and Insulin-related Traits Consortium (MAGIC) has completed the largest-ever study into the genetics of random blood glucose levels.
Led by Professor...
Many older people don’t know they have eye disease glaucoma, study finds
A Sneaky Eye Problem
Glaucoma is like a thief in the night for your eyes. You may not know you have it until a lot...
Weight loss is the key for managing type 2 diabetes, study finds
New research from the University of Alabama at Birmingham suggests that for people with type 2 diabetes (T2D), the focus should be on overall...
Scientists find hidden risks of blood pressure medication for women
Researchers in Italy made an eye-opening discovery: Women taking a common blood pressure medication, known as beta-blockers, seemed to be at greater risk of...
Poor metabolic health linked to higher risk of dementia, new study finds
What is Metabolic Syndrome?
Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that occur together, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.
These...
Scientists find key genetic factors in Alzheimer’s disease
A pivotal study from Indiana University School of Medicine has added a new layer to our understanding of Alzheimer's disease, revealing a critical mutation...
Scientists find new drug combo for various cancers
The Need for Better Cancer Treatments
Stomach and esophagus cancer, also known as oesophagogastric cancer, is a major concern worldwide. It's the second most common...