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Multiple head injuries, even mild ones, increase the risk of stroke

Even mild head injuries, such as concussions, can raise the risk of ischemic stroke, and the risk becomes even more pronounced when individuals experience...

Local oral inflammation can harm overall mouth health

Did you know that the health of your gums can affect more than just your teeth? A recent study has shed light on how early...

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...