Study shows an important cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are one of the most common infections women experience. A specific type called cystitis—an infection of the bladder—is especially...
The quadpill could effectively treat high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a major health issue in Australia, affecting one in three adults. It doesn’t always cause symptoms, but it can quietly...
Understanding causes of pancreatic cancer and how to lower the risk
Pancreatic cancer is a very serious illness that starts in the pancreas, a small organ behind the stomach.
The pancreas helps with digestion and controls...
New combined treatment could benefit old people with heart disease
A new international study has found that treating both aortic valve narrowing and a lesser-known condition called cardiac amyloidosis can significantly improve survival in...
Digital brain tests can detect dementia early and easily
A group of studies from the Indiana University School of Medicine has found that quick digital brain health screenings during regular doctor visits could...
Healthy habits can lower your dementia risk—even if it runs in the family
Dementia is a heartbreaking condition that affects memory, thinking, and daily life.
It’s tough not just on the person living with it but also on...
Why many people quit cholesterol-lowering drugs statins without telling doctors
Statins are a group of medications widely used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.
They have been proven to save lives...
This plant nutrient may lower risks of heart disease and diabetes
A new study suggests that a natural compound found in plant foods—called phytosterol—may help lower the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes,...
Scientists discover natural antibiotics hidden in the human body
In an exciting new discovery, scientists have found that our own bodies might hold the key to fighting dangerous bacteria.
A research team from the...
Lower blood pressure may help keep your brain healthy as you age
A new study from scientists at the University of Miami has found a strong link between blood pressure and brain health, especially in older...