Common Blood Pressure Drug May Carry Higher Risks Than Doctors Thought
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems around the world. It often develops without causing noticeable symptoms, which is why...
These Foods May Lower Your Risk of Bowel Cancer
A major new study has found that what we eat may have a powerful effect on the risk of developing colorectal cancer, also known...
Do People with Dementia Know They Have It?
Dementia is one of the most feared health conditions because it slowly affects memory, thinking, language, judgment, and the ability to manage everyday life.
Many...
Could Your Blood Pressure Affect Your Emotions?
When most people think about blood pressure, they usually think about heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular health.
Doctors often focus on blood pressure because high...
Lighting the way towards a new treatment for blindness
Adelaide University researchers have carried out the first in-human trial of a new type of treatment for a leading cause of blindness in working...
Severe Skin Disease May Keep You Awake Without You Realizing It
People with psoriasis often think the biggest challenge is dealing with itchy, red, and flaky skin.
However, new research suggests the condition may also affect...
Why a Simple Delay in Testing Could Delay Lung Cancer Treatment
Being told that you have lung cancer is one of the most frightening moments in a person's life. Many patients want treatment to start...
Low-Powered Ultrasound May Help Injured Joints Heal Better
Osteoarthritis is one of the leading causes of pain and disability worldwide. It affects millions of people and becomes increasingly common with age.
The disease...
Know When and How to Use Antibiotics, and When to Skip Them
Antibiotics are powerful medications that save countless lives every day. But they’re not the answer for every illness.
Antibiotics treat only some infections caused by...
Bright Evening Light May Raise Your Risk of Blindness
Could the bright light from screens and other electronic devices at night slowly damage your eyesight? A new study suggests it might.
Scientists have found...