Scientists confirm an effective way to treat high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, raises the risk for health complications such as strokes, vision loss, dementia, and coronary artery disease.
Some patients...
Researchers find a big cause of diabetes
Beta cells in the pancreas are critical as they produce insulin, which aids in the regulation of blood sugar levels.
However, a study by Weill...
Parkinson’s treatment: hope blooms with cell therapy advances
Understanding the Problem: Parkinson’s Disease
You may have heard of Parkinson's disease. It's an illness that affects the brain, making it difficult for people to...
Scientists find a big cause of chronic kidney disease
Introduction to Kidneys: More Than Bean-Shaped Organs
Let's talk about kidneys. They're not just strange bean-shaped organs in our body. They're like a super-cleaning team...
A new hope in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease
The Problem at Hand
We've all heard about Alzheimer's, a disease that affects a person's memory and thinking. It makes it hard for people to...
Best and worst fruits for type 2 diabetes: a comprehensive guide
Managing type 2 diabetes requires careful attention to your diet, including the kinds of fruits you eat.
While fruits provide many health benefits, such as...
Fewer lymph node surgeries could help people with breast cancer
Breast cancer is a big health issue worldwide. Some scientists and doctors from Heidelberg University Hospital, the University of Lucerne, and several cancer groups...
New phone app boosts social interaction with people with autism
Researchers from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) and Parc Taulí University Hospital have developed a mobile application, TEAppAutism, offering insightful information and advice for...
Myths about will power and moral weakness keep people with opioid use disorder from...
The most effective science-based treatment for opioid use disorder is medication.
Methadone and buprenorphine prevent intense cravings and other symptoms of withdrawal, while naltrexone works...
Loss of executive function with aging can make learning new skills hard
Technology is designed to make life easier and more efficient.
People can autopay their bills, order food and download movies right on their phones or...