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Scientists give new suggestions for treating high blood pressure

In a recent study published in Circulation, researchers found no evidence that diastolic blood pressure—the bottom reading on a blood pressure test—can be harmful...

What are ideal blood sugar levels for preventing repeat strokes, heart attacks?

Blood sugar control has always been important for people with diabetes when it comes to preventing a stroke. In a new study from Seoul National...

These 7 symptoms together can diagnosis COVID-19 effectively

In a new study from Imperial College London, researchers found a set of 7 symptoms, considered together, can be used to maximize detection of...

Scientists develop new tests for prostate cancer, colon cancer

In two new studies from Alexandria University and Tehran University, researchers developed a pair of experimental tests that could help doctors detect colon or...

Her husband died of a heart attack, but this former nurse didn’t recognize her...

Last October, Katherine Romano was cleaning her house when her neck started to hurt. She kept going, trying to complete her chores, until the...

Doing this can reduce depression relapse

In a new study from UCL, researchers found when people stop taking antidepressants after a long period of use, just over half (56%) experienced...

These vegetables may protect against kidney damage in diabetes

In a recent study presented at the American Association for Anatomy annual meeting, researchers found a compound that the pungent taste in some cruciferous vegetables...

Omega-3 supplements may harm heart health in these people

In a recent study published in European Heart Journal—Cardiovascular Pharmacotherapy, researchers found that omega-3 supplements are linked to an increased likelihood of developing atrial...

These old people can slow cognitive decline

In a new study from the University of Michigan, researchers found feeling happy about life slowed the cognitive decline among older adults. They found that...

Scientists confirm the link between type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, researchers confirmed the link between type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's disease. They found that...