This drug can effectively treat liver disease, study finds
A new global study has shown that the medication semaglutide can help treat a serious form of liver disease in many people.
The results were...
Popular blood pressure drugs cut risks even after mild heart attacks
Heart attacks are one of the most serious medical emergencies a person can experience.
They happen when a blood clot blocks an artery that supplies...
Too much insulin may trigger pancreatic cancer, study finds
A new study from the University of British Columbia has uncovered a direct link between high insulin levels and pancreatic cancer.
This research helps explain...
This 3-minute brainwave test could detect Alzheimer’s years before symptoms
Researchers at the University of Bath have developed a quick and simple brainwave test that may help detect memory problems linked to Alzheimer’s disease...
This common drug may pose heart risks for women with high blood pressure
A new study from the University of Bologna has raised concerns about a popular blood pressure medication called beta-blockers.
These drugs are often used to...
Is your morning coffee putting your heart at risk?
If you love coffee but have very high blood pressure, a new study suggests you may want to cut back.
Researchers found that drinking two...
Study reveals key cause of Parkinson’s and new treatment
A new study from the University of Copenhagen has found a possible main cause of the most common form of Parkinson’s Disease.
This condition affects...
How chronic kidney disease is linked to stroke
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious health problem that affects millions of people around the world.
Even though it’s common, doctors still don’t fully...
The best body position to check your blood pressure
Blood pressure is one of the most important signs of your health. Usually, it’s checked while you’re sitting.
But a new study shows that checking...
Why vitamin B3 can help fight cancer
Scientists at the University of Minnesota have found a new way to make cancer treatment more effective by using the body’s natural defenses—natural killer...