Regular opioid use could raise your risk of dementia
New research has found that people who regularly use opioid medications may face a higher risk of developing dementia—especially a type called vascular dementia,...
Why high blood pressure in pregnancy may make breastfeeding harder
High blood pressure during pregnancy—also known as hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)—is a serious health issue that affects about 1 in 6 pregnancies in...
A safer drug for treating high blood pressure
A new study from Columbia University suggests that one of the most common drugs used to treat high blood pressure—ACE inhibitors—might not be the...
Popular weight loss drug may increase vision loss risk
A new study from Mass Eye and Ear suggests that people taking semaglutide, a drug sold as Ozempic and Wegovy, may have a higher...
Fasting may help lower high blood pressure naturally
high blood pressure by breaking harmful cycles in the body’s metabolism.
It’s well known that eating too much salt can raise blood pressure. But cutting...
Statins may help preserve muscle in smokers, while aspirin might do the opposite
A new study suggests that for people who currently smoke or used to smoke, statins may help slow down muscle loss in the chest,...
This cost-effective diabetes drug can protect heart and kidney health
People with type 2 diabetes face a high risk of developing heart disease, strokes, heart failure, and kidney failure. Managing blood sugar levels is...
Potassium-enriched salt can lower blood pressure effectively
For years, health experts have warned about the dangers of eating too much salt. Too much sodium raises blood pressure, increasing the risk of...
Common oral bacteria may cause broader health problems
Scientists at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have been studying the bacteria that are often found in serious mouth infections.
Their goal is to better understand...
Study shows the key cause of type 2 diabetes
Inside our cells, tiny structures called mitochondria create the energy we need to live. These are often called the “powerhouses” of the cell because...