Heart attack risk is 6 times higher in the first week of getting flu
According to a new study by Dutch researchers, the likelihood of a heart attack is six times higher during the week following a flu...
High-salt diet linked to hardened arteries even in people with normal blood pressure
Excessive salt intake has long been linked to heart disease, but a new study provides fresh evidence of just how damaging salt can be...
ChatGPT may benefit people with liver disease, cancer
A new study conducted by researchers at Cedars-Sinai has revealed how ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, could potentially help improve health outcomes for...
2 in 5 people over 50 don’t report hearing loss, study finds
A new study at the University of Liverpool has revealed that almost 40% of older adults in England who recognized they had hearing loss...
Shedding pounds might benefit your heart even if some weight is regained – new...
Programmes to help people lose weight through changes to their diet, exercise or both, are mainstays of weight management.
Despite their widespread use, many people...
Hay fever: why some people suffer from it and others don’t
While the arrival of spring brings blooming flowers and trees, it also marks the beginning of allergy season for many people.
Those who suffer from...
Migraine headaches linked to body clock, study finds
Cluster headaches and migraine are two common types of headaches that can be incredibly debilitating for those who experience them.
While the exact causes of...
The deep cause of cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive and debilitating neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide.
It is the most common cause of dementia in older...
Some blueberries a day keep high blood pressure at bay
The study found that consuming a handful of wild blueberries daily can help lower blood pressure, improve memory and brain cognition, and increase reaction...
Scientists find new drug treating both heart failure and sleep apnea
A promising new drug called AF-130 is being developed to help people suffering from heart failure, which is a common condition linked to sleep...