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Common painkiller paracetamol may affect heart health

Scientists from the University of Edinburgh have made a surprising discovery about paracetamol, a common painkiller. Long-term use of paracetamol could be risky for people...

Walking limitations linked to increased fracture risk

A recent study published in JAMA Network Open has brought to light a significant correlation between walking limitations and the risk of fractures. This research,...

This cholesterol drug can bring kidney risk, study confirms

In a recent study by Johns Hopkins University, researchers have raised concerns about rosuvastatin, a common cholesterol-lowering medication. This study suggests that higher doses of...

Simple steps to prevent heart disease

Heart disease and strokes are big problems worldwide, including in the United States. Almost 1 million people die from these diseases in the U.S....

Rush-hour traffic air can damage your blood pressure, study finds

A recent study has brought to light a concerning connection between rush-hour traffic air and an increase in blood pressure. This research, conducted by a...

Scientists develop new tool to manage pancreatic cancer

Cedars-Sinai Cancer researchers are paving the way in cancer treatment with the development of a groundbreaking precision medicine and artificial intelligence tool known as...

Why you should feed both a cold and a fever

Respiratory viruses like rhinovirus (the cause of the common cold), flu and SARS-CoV-2 make the rounds during the winter season, and many people claim...

Mobile apps can predict and prevent migraine headaches

Migraines, a type of headache that can cause severe pain and other symptoms, are often not diagnosed or treated properly. Even when treated, it's...

Heart disease still No.1 killer in the U.S., study finds

The latest report from the American Heart Association (AHA) offers a mixed picture of the state of heart disease in the United States. While heart...

Eye images can help predict future disease risk

A groundbreaking study, published on January 24 in Science Translational Medicine, has revealed the retina's extraordinary role as a predictor of future health risks. This...