Common diabetes drug can lead to better weight loss
In a study from the University at Buffalo, scientists found that people with Type 2 diabetes who were prescribed SGLT2 inhibitors lost more weight...
Alternative therapies for heart failure may offer benefits, but also some risks
In a new statement from the American Heart Association, scientists found using complementary and alternative medicines to manage heart failure symptoms offers some benefits...
Age may determine which blood pressure number matters most to you
Systolic pressure – the upper number in a blood pressure reading – measures how hard the heart pumps blood into arteries.
Diastolic – The bottom...
Potatoes do not increase your risk of type 2 diabetes, study finds
Health issues linked to potatoes may actually be due to how people are preparing them and what they're eating them with.
New stroke clot-buster drug shows strong potential
A novel clot-busting drug could restore blood flow in the brains of mice, opening the door for a safer and more effective stroke treatment.
Eating red and processed meat may increase heart disease risk
A recent study found that a greater intake of red and processed meat is associated with worse heart function.
A heart attack during pregnancy, then heart valve surgery
As she walked up to her fourth-floor apartment, Marisa MacDonnell figured something was different with this pregnancy, her second.
Widely used drug for diabetes, alcoholism may help treat cancer
Dozens of non-oncology drugs, including drugs for diabetes, inflammation, alcoholism could also kill cancer cells.
Keeping high blood pressure at bay for the holidays
No matter what winter holiday traditions you celebrate, you probably won't find "think about blood pressure" on your to-do list, even after checking it...
Healthy plant-based diets may lower colorectal cancer risk in men
Colorectal cancer is the third-most common cancer worldwide, and the risk of developing colorectal cancer over a lifetime is one in 23 for men and...