Why painkillers and blood pressure drugs may be a risky mix for kidney health
Scientists at the University of Waterloo have found a possible danger when people take certain common drugs together. The problem happens when someone is...
Why kidney disease can make your skin itchy
When people think about kidney disease, they often focus on symptoms like fatigue or changes in urination. But for many living with kidney problems,...
Some blood pressure drugs may increase suicide risk, study finds
A recent study from St. Michael’s Hospital in Canada has found a possible connection between a common type of blood pressure medicine and a...
What causes heart disease besides high cholesterol
When most people think of heart disease, they think of high cholesterol. And while cholesterol is an important piece of the puzzle, it's far...
Warning signs of vascular dementia in men
Vascular dementia is the second most common type of dementia after Alzheimer’s disease.
It happens when blood flow to the brain is reduced or blocked,...
Study finds big cause of gut disease
Imagine your gut as a lively, crowded city. It’s filled with tiny residents—trillions of them—including bacteria, viruses, and even microscopic creatures called protists.
This community...
What’s the real difference between stroke and mini-stroke?
A stroke is a medical emergency that happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or a blood vessel in the...
Does being overweight always cause type 2 diabetes?
Many people believe that being overweight always leads to type 2 diabetes, but the truth is more complicated.
While being overweight is a major risk...
Heart failure vs. heart attack: What’s the difference?
Many people think heart failure and heart attack are the same thing, but they are actually two very different heart conditions.
Both are serious and...
How often should people check blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
Managing type 2 diabetes means keeping blood sugar levels in a healthy range to avoid serious health problems like heart disease, nerve damage, or...