Common blood pressure drug may not be the best first choice, study finds
A recent study from Columbia University has raised important questions about the way doctors treat high blood pressure. The study suggests that one of...
Weight-loss surgery may protect the heart in people with diabetes
Metabolic surgery, also called weight-loss surgery, is a medical treatment that helps people lose weight. It’s often used when diet, exercise, and other treatments...
Scientists find new cause of autism and schizophrenia
Scientists at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have made an exciting discovery that may help explain how some brain disorders, like autism...
Blood pressure drugs may increase risk of inflammatory skin disease
Psoriasis is a common long-term skin condition that causes red, itchy, and scaly patches. These patches often appear on the elbows, knees, back, and...
Scientists find a new cause of Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common brain conditions that causes memory loss and confusion, especially in older people. It slowly gets worse...
New treatment offers hope for type 2 diabetes patients
Type 2 diabetes affects millions of people in the U.S. and is becoming more common among younger individuals. While this condition used to mostly...
Keeping this blood pressure number in check may prevent stroke
A new study from the University of Miami has revealed a surprising connection between our blood pressure and brain health as we age. The...
How to recognize and prevent a heart attack
A heart attack is a serious and sometimes deadly medical emergency. It happens when the blood flow to part of the heart suddenly gets...
Best breakfast foods to help lower blood pressure naturally
Keeping your blood pressure under control is one of the best things you can do for your heart and overall health. What you eat—especially...
Natural ways to support cancer treatment
Cancer treatment can be physically and emotionally exhausting. While surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and other medical treatments are essential for fighting cancer, many people also...