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This blood pressure number is linked to brain scars, dementia

A recent study conducted by the University of Miami has suggested that diastolic blood pressure, the bottom number in a blood pressure reading, may...

AI may help predict and prevent sudden cardiac death

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how we approach heart health, particularly in predicting sudden cardiac death (SCD). The study, led by Xavier Jouven, M.D., Ph.D.,...

Stress and depression are possible triggers for Alzheimer’s, study finds

Researchers from the Karolinska Institutet have revealed intriguing findings in a study published in Alzheimer's Research & Therapy. They looked into how chronic stress and...

Scientists find the root cause of cancer

Cancer remains one of the most formidable health challenges globally. While it's well-established that certain lifestyle choices can significantly influence cancer risk, quantifying the exact...

Scientists find long-term impact of blood pressure drugs on kidney health

A study by the University of Virginia has raised concerns about the long-term effects of common medications used to treat high blood pressure and...

Research finds big cause of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) affects 1% to 3% of children by age 17, presenting a significant mental health concern. A subset of these cases may be...

New calculator can improve heart disease risk prediction

A groundbreaking calculator, introduced in a new American Heart Association Scientific Statement, offers a more comprehensive approach to predicting cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. The PREVENT™...

Hot flashes during sleep may be early sign of Alzheimer’s disease

A new study presented at the 2023 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society in Philadelphia suggests that hot flashes, particularly during sleep, experienced by...

Alzheimer’s disease basics, what you can do to prevent it

Alzheimer’s disease is feared by many ― and for good reason. The brain disorder slowly destroys memory along with a person’s ability to reason, speak,...

Fatty liver disease is linked to personality disorders

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), a chronic liver condition, has become alarmingly common, particularly in affluent societies, and is now the leading cause of...