Peanut butter sniff test may detect early Alzheimer’s
Researchers at the University of Florida have discovered a surprising and simple way to help detect Alzheimer’s disease—using a spoonful of peanut butter.
This low-cost...
New painless scan could help cure high blood pressure quickly
A new medical breakthrough may help doctors cure high blood pressure in many people by finding tiny trouble spots in the body that were...
Health benefits of diabetes drug Metformin are much more than you thought
Metformin is one of the most common medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes.
It helps people manage their blood sugar levels by lowering the...
Can older people take fewer blood pressure drugs safely?
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious health problem in the United States.
It raises the risk of heart disease and stroke, which are...
Study shows unexpected effects of ibuprofen on liver health
A new study from the University of California, Davis, reveals that ibuprofen—a common pain reliever used by millions—may impact the liver more than previously...
Popular blood pressure pill linked to low potassium and kidney risks
A common drug used to treat high blood pressure may have more side effects than doctors once thought.
Researchers at Columbia University have been studying...
What research really says about autism
About two to three percent of all Americans—including adults and children—are autistic. With recent reports that autism rates are rising, potentially due to improved...
New blood test can show hidden alcohol use in liver disease patients
A new study from Australian researchers has found that a special type of blood test can accurately detect alcohol use in people who have...
New guidelines urge earlier and broader action on high blood pressure
A new set of 2025 guidelines for managing high blood pressure emphasizes early detection, personalized treatment, and lifestyle changes to protect heart and brain...
Why the brain becomes more vulnerable with age
Why do some people stay mentally healthy when they are young, but later in life become more likely to suffer from brain disorders like...