Why sniffles and sneezes should make you think about heart health this allergy season
Most people probably would not connect seasonal allergies with their hearts. Itchy, watery eyes and stuffy noses, sure – but not cardiovascular issues.
Researchers are...
Watching less TV may lower heart disease and stroke risk
Limiting TV watching to one hour or less per day may help reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other blood vessel diseases,...
Why both blood pressure numbers matter — especially if you’re under 50
When you get your blood pressure checked, you usually hear two numbers: for example, 120 over 80. The first number, called systolic pressure, measures how hard...
Why vitamin B3 could help fight cancer
Scientists at the University of Minnesota have made an exciting discovery that could help improve cancer treatment. They found that a common vitamin —...
This nutrient is the unsung hero for lowering blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a very common health issue. If left untreated, it can lead to serious problems like heart attacks and...
Researchers find new treatment for heart disease
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death around the world. In the United States, about one in four deaths is linked...
Some widely used drugs may affect memory function, study finds
When people take medicine for everyday problems like allergies, high blood pressure, or bladder issues, they usually expect relief — not new health concerns....
Scientists find new cause of treatment of diabetes
Inside your body, there's a small organ called the pancreas. Even though it's not very big, it has a very important job: it helps...
Scientists find a “off switch” could help fight aging and chronic diseases
Chronic inflammation is a long-lasting, harmful response by the body’s immune system. It can quietly damage organs and tissues over time and is linked...
Scientists create long-lasting drug injections that could work for years
MIT engineers have developed a new way to deliver drugs that could last for months—or even years—with just one small injection.
This exciting invention could...