Can peanuts increase spread of cancer?

Peanuts are one of the most popular snacks in the world. Many people enjoy them because they are crunchy, tasty, and easy to eat. They...

What a mini-stroke really means and why you should act fast

A mini-stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack or TIA, is a serious health event that many people do not fully understand. It...

Hidden causes of fatigue older people might not expect

Feeling tired now and then is normal. Many people feel low on energy after a busy day or a poor night’s sleep. However, for...

What really causes high blood pressure?

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a very common health problem that affects millions of people around the world. Many people have it...

A common blood pressure drug may quietly raise the risk of vision loss

A large study has raised concerns about a widely used type of blood pressure medicine and its possible link to an eye disease that...

A common pain reliever may help stop cancer from spreading

Scientists from the University of Cambridge have made an unexpected discovery about a medicine that many people already have at home. Their new research suggests...

A simple salt swap could help control high blood pressure

High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world today. It happens when the force of blood pushing through the...

New drug offers hope against one of the deadliest cancers

Pancreatic cancer is known as one of the most serious and difficult cancers to treat. Many people who are diagnosed with it survive less...

Feeling lonely may hurt memory early, but not speed up cognitive decline, study finds

As people grow older, many begin to worry about memory loss and mental decline. Scientists have long tried to understand what factors might increase...

Study shows widespread disability among people with inflammatory bowel disease

Inflammatory bowel disease, often called IBD, is a long-term condition that affects the digestive system. It includes illnesses such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. These...