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Blood pressure drug amlodipine is safe to treat hypertension, study finds

With a global prevalence that witnesses one in five adults grappling with hypertension, and attributing to a staggering 7.6 million deaths annually, the quest...

Scientists find new way to detect and treat Parkinson’s disease early

Researchers from The Florey and Austin Health have unveiled groundbreaking findings that pave the way for early detection and potentially preventive treatments for Parkinson’s...

Keeping an eye on your blood pressure: what you need to know and do

Many people might be living with high blood pressure and not even realize it. Getting your blood pressure tested is essential because knowing your numbers...

This sleep issue may increase risk of heart rhythm disorders

Younger adults who experience insomnia may face an elevated risk of developing atrial fibrillation (AFib) earlier in life, according to a comprehensive study involving...

Fiber can help reduce brain inflammation in cancer therapy

Researchers from the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) and the University of Adelaide, spearheaded by Dr. Courtney Cross, have unveiled an...

Scientists find why obesity could cause inflammation

The Important Role of Fat Fat is not just an energy storage in our bodies; it plays vital roles in hormone production and other essential...

Scientists find the ties between high blood pressure and dementia

In simple terms, a team of scientists from The University of Manchester might have found a new way to fight vascular dementia, a brain...

Scientists find new way to beat chickenpox and shingles viruses

At the University of Georgia (UGA), researchers have forged a new path in the battle against the varicella-zoster virus, notorious for causing chickenpox and...

Research finds new way to treat chronic pain

Imagine a life where you constantly feel a burning, tingling, or stabbing sensation, never knowing when it will flare up or subside. For millions of...

Common cholesterol drug could boost cancer treatment, study finds

In a groundbreaking study, researchers have introduced a novel approach that combines HER2-targeted therapies and the cholesterol-lowering drug lovastatin. This suggests a pathway to reduce...