New injection could manage high blood pressure much easier
High blood pressure is a common health problem that affects millions of people around the world. Right now, most people manage it by taking...
Why some people say no to life-saving heart disease drug
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the world. In the United States, someone dies from heart disease every 34 seconds....
Blood pressure drugs may raise heart failure risk in women
A new study from the University of Bologna has found that a common blood pressure medicine called beta-blockers might increase the risk of heart...
New at-home test could help detect endometriosis early
Nearly 200 million people around the world, including many teenagers and young adults, live with endometriosis—a painful and often misunderstood condition where tissue similar...
Eye health may reveal early signs of dementia
A new study from the University of Otago has found that the health of our eyes might provide early warning signs of dementia.
Researchers discovered...
‘Magic mushroom’ compound may slow aging and extend lifespan
A natural compound found in psychedelic mushrooms might help people live longer and age more slowly, according to new research from Emory University.
Scientists have...
The power of potassium in controlling blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious health issue that raises the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Many people know that...
Hearing loss and loneliness together may speed up memory decline
Hearing loss is more than just an inconvenience. It can lead to problems with communication, social isolation, and even reduced alertness. Over time, it...
Alzheimer’s risk factors may affect brain function since young adulthood
A new study from Columbia University suggests that signs of Alzheimer’s disease may begin affecting the brain much earlier in life than previously thought—even...
How a popular sweetener could be damaging your brain’s defenses
Found in everything from protein bars to energy drinks, erythritol has long been considered a safe alternative to sugar.
But new research suggests this widely-used...