Is hypothyroidism a metabolic disorder?
When we hear the word metabolism, we often think about how quickly our bodies burn calories. But metabolism is more than that—it includes all the...
Can lowering blood pressure more help you live longer?
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious condition that can silently damage your body over time. It puts extra pressure on your blood...
Women less likely to get treatment for deadly heart valve disease
A large study presented at the British Cardiovascular Society conference in Manchester has revealed that women, ethnic minority groups, and people from poorer communities...
How obesity raises the risk of bowel cancer—and what you can do about it
Bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is one of the top causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide.
While many people know that age and family...
Could a simple supplement help prevent heart failure in people with diabetes?
A low-cost over-the-counter supplement might help prevent heart failure in people with Type 2 diabetes, according to new research presented at the British Cardiovascular...
Cholesterol drugs may help save lives in deadly sepsis cases, study finds
Statins, the widely used cholesterol-lowering drugs, may do more than just protect the heart.
A large new study suggests that they could significantly reduce the...
Chewing gum ingredient may make medical implants safer and smarter
A sugar substitute often found in chewing gum may help create safer and more effective medical implants, offering new hope for people with chronic...
TikTok skin-care trends may be damaging teens’ skin for life, study warns
Scrolling through TikTok, it's easy to find videos of teens showing off their daily skin-care routines, often beginning with a cheerful “Get ready with...
Spit or swallow? What’s the best way to deal with phlegm?
In 1821, French physician René Laennec wrote, "A spitting pot I consider as an essential part of the bedroom apparatus."
Laennec, who invented the stethoscope,...
Study reveals new cause of dementia
Dementia is a difficult condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It causes problems with memory, thinking, and everyday tasks.
While scientists have studied it...