Scientists find a new culprit in tooth decay
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Adams School of Dentistry, and Gillings School of Global Public Health at the University...
A new hope for high blood pressure: a simple procedure
High blood pressure is a big problem all over the world. It's growing and it's hard to control.
Changes in what we eat and do...
The road to understanding Parkinson’s disease: unraveling the causes
Parkinson's Disease (PD) is the second most common brain disease that happens as we age. It's also the most common disease that affects how...
Older class of diabetes drugs linked to reduced dementia risk
A research collaboration involving the University of Arizona has found that the use of an older class of type 2 diabetes drugs, known as...
High blood pressure treatment: a comparison of ace inhibitors and arbs
When it comes to treating high blood pressure, there are many options.
A recent study from Geisinger Medical Center has found that two classes of...
Common heartburn drugs linked to increased risk of kidney disease
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which include well-known brands like Prilosec, Nexium, and Prevacid, are among the most commonly prescribed medications worldwide.
Approximately 10% of adults...
How too much alcohol harms your liver: unravelling a new pathway
Alcohol-associated liver disease, a condition that continues to surge, remains one of the chief causes of alcohol-related deaths.
The effects of this disease can range...
Choosing the right medicine for type 2 diabetes: an in-depth look
A group of scientists from The GRADE Study Research Group compared four different drugs used for treating type 2 diabetes.
The results showed that insulin...
Can vegetables help with diabetes-related kidney problems?
Around one-fourth of people with diabetes may develop diabetic nephropathy over time. This is a gradual loss of kidney function that may eventually require...
Ibuprofen may have significant impact on the liver
Ibuprofen, a common over-the-counter painkiller, belongs to a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
These drugs are extensively used to treat pain and...