Popular Heartburn Drugs Linked to Serious Kidney Problems
Millions of people around the world take medicines called proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, to ease heartburn, acid reflux, and gastroesophageal reflux disease, also...
Millions of Older Adults May Not Get the Blood Pressure Treatment They Need
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems affecting older adults.
It happens when the force of blood...
The Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease That Many People Miss
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder of the brain that mainly affects movement. It develops when certain nerve cells in the brain gradually stop...
One Pill May Provide Better High Blood Pressure Treatment
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health conditions in the world.
It happens when the pressure of blood...
Could a Common Diabetes Drug Lower Blindness Risk?
A widely used diabetes medication may offer an unexpected benefit beyond controlling blood sugar.
Researchers have discovered that metformin, one of the world's most commonly...
Inflammation in Bones May Lead to Blood Cancer
Deep inside our bones, a remarkable process is taking place every second of our lives. Hidden in the soft tissue called bone marrow, the...
Early Signs of Liver Damage Women Should Never Ignore
The liver is one of the hardest-working organs in the human body. It performs hundreds of important tasks every day.
It removes harmful substances from...
Which Blood Pressure Pill Is Safer? Study of 730,000 People Reveals a Surprising Difference
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health conditions in the world.
It affects hundreds of millions of people...
Alcohol Drinking Habits May Shape Your Colon Cancer Risk
For many people, having a glass of wine with dinner or sharing drinks with friends is a normal part of life.
Moderate alcohol use is...
Your Eyes May Reveal Your Future Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
The saying that the eyes are the window to the soul may contain more truth than people realize. Scientists now believe that our eyes...