Common diabetes drug may extend life in older people
Delirium is a sudden and serious condition that causes confusion and a lack of awareness. It often happens quickly, especially in older adults or...
Chronic pain patients using opioids and cannabis hard to find doctors
In the last ten years, opinions about using opioids and cannabis to treat pain have changed a lot. The opioid crisis has made people...
A new warning sign for Alzheimer’s disease found in the blood
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain condition that slowly worsens over time. It affects millions of people around the world, mostly older adults. People...
9 in 10 people with high blood pressure need better treatments
Scientists from the University of Gothenburg have shared new research that highlights the importance of treating high blood pressure more effectively. Their studies suggest...
UCLA scientists fin new way to prevent kidney failure
Scientists at UCLA have made an important discovery that could change how we treat chronic kidney disease (CKD), a condition that affects over one...
How long-term obesity harms the brain and cognitive function
As obesity rates continue to climb around the world, scientists are trying to better understand how carrying excess weight affects more than just the...
Heavy cannabis use may cause brain changes tied to psychosis
A recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry offers new insights into how long-term, frequent cannabis use may affect the brain in ways that raise...
Father’s Alzheimer’s may raise risk of brain changes linked to the disease
New research has found that people whose fathers had Alzheimer’s disease may be more likely to develop early brain changes linked to the condition.
The...
More Americans are dying at home from stroke, study finds
A new nationwide study reveals that a growing number of Americans are dying at home from ischemic stroke, a trend that reflects both changing...
Early Parkinson’s symptoms may look like normal aging
Parkinson’s disease is often thought of as something that only affects older people. However, this isn’t always true. Around 10–20% of Parkinson’s cases are...