Silent warnings of liver disease in older adults
Liver disease is a serious health problem that can affect people at any age. But in older adults, it can be harder to notice....
Is your blood pressure slowly hurting your heart?
High blood pressure is sometimes called the “silent killer.” This is because most people who have it don’t feel anything wrong. However, it can...
Study finds a surprising cause of tooth decay
A new study from Umeå University in Sweden has found that both your genes and your daily habits may affect your risk of getting...
Best breakfast foods to help lower your blood pressure
Starting your day with the right foods doesn’t just give you energy—it can also help keep your blood pressure under control.
Breakfast is a great...
Don’t ignore these early signs of colon cancer
Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is one of the most common cancers in the world. It starts in the colon or rectum,...
Can blood pressure drugs trigger dangerous skin disease?
Psoriasis is a skin condition that affects millions of people around the world. According to the Mayo Clinic, it causes red, itchy, and scaly...
A new diabetes drug that works faster and helps you lose weight
A new study shows that a diabetes medicine called tirzepatide helps people lower their blood sugar and lose weight faster than some other common...
Popular painkiller may raise blood pressure, study finds
Paracetamol, also called acetaminophen, is one of the most popular medicines in the world. People use it every day to reduce fever and relieve...
Dangerous signs of blocked arteries you shouldn’t ignore
Heart arteries can get blocked when fatty substances called plaques build up inside them. This problem is known as coronary artery disease.
It makes it...
The 5 most addictive substances—and how they take over the brain
Addiction is a powerful condition that changes the way the brain works, making it difficult for people to control their actions.
Some substances are especially...