Cholesterol and fat levels in blood may help predict Alzheimer’s risk
A new study has found that the types of fats and cholesterol in a person’s blood may influence their chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease,...
How vitamin D can benefit your blood pressure health
When most people think of vitamin D, they usually think about strong bones and a healthy immune system. That’s because this vitamin helps our...
This cancer drug shows promise for treating heart failure
Researchers at the University of Virginia have made a promising discovery that could lead to new treatments for heart failure—using a drug originally designed...
Lying down may help detect high blood pressure more effectively
Most people are used to having their blood pressure checked while sitting comfortably at the doctor’s office. It’s been the standard method for decades,...
Scientists find a surprising cause of autism
Scientists have been working hard in recent years to understand brain conditions like autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease. These are complex disorders that can...
Some common medicines might hurt your memory function, study finds
When you take medicine for everyday health issues like allergies, high blood pressure, or even a cold, you expect it to help you feel...
Common blood pressure drug may raise skin cancer risk in older people
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious health concern in Australia. More than one in three adults over 18 have this...
This therapy offers new hope for people living with chronic pain
If you live with chronic pain, you know how exhausting and frustrating it can be. Pain that doesn’t go away can make everyday life...
New method could help doctors spot and treat irregular heartbeat earlier
Atrial fibrillation—often called “AFib”—is a heart condition where the heart beats in an irregular or very fast way. This can be dangerous because it...
New brain scan may help catch Alzheimer’s and dementia early
Brain diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia often begin years before any clear signs appear. By the time someone starts forgetting things or acting differently,...