Scientists find a big cause of joint pain
A particular kind of bacteria, living in our tummies, might cause a painful disease called rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
High blood pressure during exercise is a serious warning
Higher blood pressure during physical exertion and slower recovery of blood pressure after exercise may indicate a greater risk of hypertension.
The magic of B vitamins for high blood pressure
The scientists found out that giving people more of these B vitamins can help lower homocysteine. This can help lower blood pressure.
The mystery of long COVID and chronic fatigue: similarities uncovered
Have you ever heard of Long COVID and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? These are two health problems that doctors and scientists are trying to understand better.
When sadness hurts: how strong grief can affect your heart
Grief can be so intense that it actually increases your blood pressure. This is what a group of researchers found in a recent study.
This...
Sleep schedule changes might raise blood pressure, warns study
You might think that changing your sleep schedule or losing an hour or two of sleep won't really affect you. But, a new study...
Taking baby aspirin: what older Americans should know
A recent study from Johns Hopkins University reveals that many older Americans are still taking a daily baby aspirin to prevent heart problems, despite...
New findings about cause and cure for common high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, can cause trouble in our bodies. It's like pumping air too hard into a balloon.
It might cause the balloon...
Common pain relief drug may increase heart disease risk
Paracetamol is a common medicine that helps with pain and fever. It's often seen as a safer option than other medicines.
However, a recent study...
Unlocking the secrets of blood sugar: a diabetes discovery
Imagine you've just eaten a big, yummy meal. Now, your body has to take care of all the sugar you ate and keep everything...