Metabolic abnormalities linked to kidney damage in diabetes
Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is a significant contributor to kidney failure, particularly in Singapore.
A recent study conducted by scientists at Duke-NUS Medical School and...
New device and medication combo can treat heart failure at home
A groundbreaking device and medication combination developed by SQ Innovation Inc and tested by the University of Glasgow Heart Failure Clinical Trial Team has...
New Alzheimer’s treatment effectively improves cognitive function
Dr. Heather Sandison, a renowned expert in Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia (ADRD) care, has recently published a new study in the Journal of...
Measuring blood pressure in both arms crucial for accurate diagnosis
A recent study from the University of Exeter emphasizes the importance of measuring blood pressure in both arms to enhance the diagnosis and management...
How various health conditions can develop into type 2 diabetes
New research presented at the Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) suggests that several common conditions start to...
Air pollution in cars linked to high blood pressure
Air pollution from traffic is a growing concern for our health. It's not just about what we breathe outdoors; even inside our cars, we...
A decade of quitting can strongly improve health in former smokers
New research published in JAMA Internal Medicine sheds light on the remarkable health improvements experienced by former smokers within the first decade after quitting.
The...
Tai chi shows promise in slowing Parkinson’s disease
A recent study, published in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, reveals that Tai Chi, the ancient Chinese martial art known for its...
Popular weight loss drug could help treat heart disease
Wegovy, a widely popular weight-loss drug, has made a groundbreaking leap in heart disease care. In a significant development, Wegovy has been shown to...
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is a growing health concern in US
A recent study presented at The Liver Meeting, the annual gathering of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, highlights a worrying...