Why we still don’t really know what long COVID is
Even though millions of people worldwide are believed to have long COVID and hundreds of studies have been published, there’s still no clear, agreed-upon...
New slow-release bladder cancer treatment clears tumors in 82% of patients
A new drug delivery system has shown remarkable success in treating a common form of bladder cancer that had stopped responding to standard therapies.
In...
High-intensity walking boosts stroke recovery effectively
A structured walking program that gradually increases in intensity, combined with standard physical therapy, can significantly improve mobility and quality of life for stroke...
New injection every 6 months can lower high blood pressure effectively
A new clinical trial led by researchers from Queen Mary University of London has found that giving people with high blood pressure an injection...
Low blood sugar linked to eye damage in diabetes, study finds
Low blood sugar, also called hypoglycemia, may do more than make you feel shaky or tired—it could damage your eyes.
A new study funded by...
Using high-dose statins first can lower heart disease risk
Lowering LDL cholesterol—the so-called “bad” cholesterol—is one of the most effective ways to prevent heart disease and strokes.
High LDL levels can clog arteries, leading...
Gum disease may raise risk of irregular heartbeat
Tempted to skip the floss? A new study from Hiroshima University warns that neglecting oral hygiene could have serious consequences for your heart.
Researchers found...
New blood test can diagnose and stage Alzheimer’s disease
A newly developed blood test for Alzheimer’s disease can not only help diagnose the condition but also determine how far it has progressed, according...
Common vaccine for skin rash could prevent heart disease, stroke
Shingles is a painful skin condition caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. If you’ve had chickenpox before, the virus doesn’t actually leave...
New diabetes drugs linked to dangerous inflection disease
A new study by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, has raised concerns about a rare...