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Low-dose aspirin might lower diabetes risk in older people

The Study: Can Aspirin Help Prevent Diabetes? New research from Australia suggests that taking a low dose of aspirin daily may reduce the risk of...

Scientists find a surprising link between alcohol drinking and heart health

We've all heard mixed messages about alcohol and heart health. Some say a glass of red wine is good for your heart, while others...

Scientists find hidden risks of common painkiller on liver health

Ibuprofen is a medicine many of us use without thinking twice. It's an easy way to get quick relief from pain or bring down...

New blood test can detect Alzheimer’s disease more accurately

Alzheimer's disease is a common form of dementia, affecting millions of people around the world. As we age, the risk of developing this brain...

Scientists develop new treatments for herpes viruses and shingles

Chickenpox is a childhood illness that many of us may remember as an itchy inconvenience. But what you might not know is that the virus...

Common cholesterol-lowering drug may affect kidney health

Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood. While your body needs some cholesterol to build healthy cells, having too much can be...

Aspirin use linked to higher risk of iron deficiency anemia in older people

New Study Explores Aspirin’s Side Effects A new analysis points out that seniors taking low-dose aspirin could face a 20% higher risk of lower iron...

AI speeds up colorectal cancer diagnosis and treatment, study finds

A Big Leap in Cancer Diagnosis Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. But what if artificial intelligence (AI) could help doctors...

A simple scan could cure high blood pressure for some people, study finds

Have you ever wished for a simple solution to high blood pressure? Researchers from Queen Mary University in London, Barts Hospital, and Cambridge University...

Stiff arteries in teens could signal future high blood pressure

High blood pressure and obesity are two big health problems that are on the rise globally. Despite campaigns to encourage healthy eating, more exercise, and...