Long-term use of this drug may increase blood pressure
Paracetamol is one of the most commonly used painkillers in the world. It is often recommended as a safer option than non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs...
Stable indoor temperatures may protect brain health in older people
A new study shows that the temperature inside your home might have a bigger impact on your brain than you think—especially if you're an...
Throat problems may interfere with blood pressure control, study finds
A new study from the University of Southampton has found that people with throat problems might have a harder time keeping their blood pressure...
Study shows surprising new cause of heart disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in many parts of the world. In the United States, it’s responsible for about one in...
Can marijuana change your DNA?
Marijuana, also known as cannabis, is becoming more widely used across the United States as more states make it legal. In 2019, nearly 48...
Blood pressure drug linked to skin cancer risk in older people
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, affects more than one in three adults in Australia aged 18 and over. If left untreated, it can...
Iron buildup in the brain may speed up Alzheimer’s in these people
Scientists at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology have found a key link between high levels of iron in the brain and increased...
COPD patients have more soot in lung cells, worsening inflammation and breathing
A new study has found that people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have much higher levels of carbon deposits—similar to soot—in certain lung...
Scientists create smart pen that may help detect Parkinson’s early
Catching Parkinson’s disease early is one of the biggest challenges doctors face.
Many people with the condition aren’t diagnosed until it’s already done serious damage...
New ultrasound could treat hard-to-control high blood pressure
A new device that uses ultrasound waves may offer hope to people whose high blood pressure doesn’t improve with current treatments. This technology, still...