Study finds new cause of Parkinson’s disease and new treatments
Parkinson’s Disease is a brain disorder that affects millions of people around the world. It slowly damages certain brain cells, making it hard for...
These two common blood pressure drugs may bring health risks
A major study from Columbia University has revealed important new information about two widely used medications for high blood pressure: chlorthalidone and hydrochlorothiazide.
Both are commonly prescribed to...
Scientists find a better way to lower blood cholesterol without statins
Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in every cell of the body. It plays an important role in many functions, including building cell...
Study finds a new treatment for high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a common health problem that affects millions of people around the world. It's often treated with daily medication, but many...
Popular heartburn drugs may harm kidneys, new study warns
Proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, are among the most commonly used medications in the United States. If you’ve ever taken Prilosec, Nexium, or Prevacid...
How to manage fluctuating blood pressure effectively
Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps. It’s normal for your blood...
Common causes and treatment of alcohol-related dementia
Alcohol-related dementia, sometimes called alcoholic dementia, is a serious brain condition that can happen after years of heavy drinking. It damages brain cells and...
Blood pressure drug may raise heart failure risk in women, study finds
A new study from the University of Bologna has found that a common treatment for high blood pressure may not work the same way...
A new way to effectively treat type 2 diabetes in the long run
More than 37 million people in the United States are living with diabetes, and most of them have type 2 diabetes. While this condition is...
Simple blood test could diagnose stroke types before hospital arrival
A quick blood test might help doctors tell the difference between bleeding strokes and clot-caused strokes before patients even reach the hospital, according to a new...