Can coffee raise your cholesterol?
A new study from Norway has found that the way you make your coffee—and whether you are a man or a woman—may affect how...
Common blood pressure drug may not be the best choice, study suggests
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world today. It affects millions of people and often has no...
Why some patients still struggle to walk after artery surgery
Peripheral artery disease is a common but serious health condition that affects blood vessels in the legs.
It occurs when arteries become narrowed or blocked,...
Medicinal cannabis may not help lower anxiety or depression, study finds
Medicinal cannabis has become increasingly popular in recent years.
Many people believe it can help with a wide range of health problems, including mental health...
Flu shot still protects many people this season even though effectiveness is lower, CDC...
Influenza, often called the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness that spreads every year around the world.
It is caused by influenza viruses that infect...
Can gut health affect risk of Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common causes of dementia in older adults. It is a progressive brain disorder that slowly damages memory,...
A drop of blood may soon detect cancer and other diseases, study shows
A tiny drop of blood may soon help doctors detect serious diseases much earlier than before. In a new study, researchers from Peking University...
New cream may help immune system fight skin cancer
Scientists have developed a new skin cream that may help the body fight a common form of skin cancer by activating the skin’s own...
New drug combo could slow aggressive prostate cancer
A new international study has found that combining two cancer medicines may significantly slow the growth of a dangerous form of prostate cancer in...
Maine wild blueberries may prevent heart and gut diseases
Wild blueberries are widely known as a delicious fruit, but they may also be a powerful food for protecting health. These small berries grow...