Statin drugs may reduce heart disease in people with common sleep apnea
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by interruptions in breathing during sleep.
It occurs when the muscles at the back of the throat...
Scientists find the best blood pressure range for older people with hypertension
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a condition in which the force of the blood against the walls of the arteries is...
Scientists find new treatment to prevent severe COVID-19
A team of researchers at the University of Virginia has made an exciting discovery that could help prevent severe COVID-19 in people with diabetes...
Can ChatGPT give you reliable information about cancer?
A new study from the University of Utah found that chatbots and artificial intelligence (AI) are increasingly being used as resources for cancer information.
The...
Mild fever may clear infections faster, study shows
Fever is a natural response of the body's immune system to infections or other illnesses.
When the body detects the presence of harmful microorganisms or...
Mediterranean diet linked to a lower risk of dementia, study confirms
The Mediterranean diet is a dietary pattern inspired by the traditional eating habits of people living in Mediterranean countries such as Greece, Italy, and...
Low vitamin D level may increase inflammation risk
Inflammation is a natural process that occurs in the body when it is injured or infected.
It is the body's way of protecting itself from...
How drinking tea and coffee can affect risk of high blood pressure
Tea and coffee are two of the most popular beverages in the world, enjoyed by millions of people every day.
While both drinks are known...
Nuts and seeds are good for your heart health
A new study shows that eating nuts and seeds can lower the risk of heart disease.
Researchers from the University of Oslo and the Karolinska...
Long COVID: what we know about how the condition affects mental health
Many people have persistent symptoms after recovering from COVID, a condition termed “long COVID”.
The UK’s Office for National Statistics estimates 1.8 million people in...