Widely used blood pressure drugs may lower inflammation in liver disease
Chronic liver damage leads to scarring (fibrosis) of the liver tissue, which can ultimately lead to increased blood pressure in the vascular system of...
Avoiding several foods can reduce your heart disease, stroke risk
In a study from Harvard, scientists found that diets high in red and processed meat, refined grains, and sugary beverages can increase the subsequent...
Thyroid problems linked to higher risk of dementia
In a study from Brown University, scientists found older people with hypothyroidism, also called underactive thyroid, may be at increased risk of developing dementia.
The...
Low-dose steroids linked to higher heart disease risk
In a study from Leeds University, scientists found that patients receiving low-dose steroids are at increased risk of heart disease.
Glucocorticoids are steroids widely prescribed...
Low blood pressure may increase early death risk in older people
In a study from the University of Exeter, scientists found a link between low blood pressure (below 130/80) and higher death risk in older...
Diabetes and oral diseases affect each other and hinder treatment
In a study from the University of Helsinki, scientists found that common chronic diseases and problems linked to oral health have detrimental and long-term...
Common gene variant linked to COVID death, study finds
It may be the most baffling quirk of COVID: What manifests as minor, flu-like symptoms in some individuals spiral into severe disease, disability, and...
Bad dreams could be early warning of Parkinson’s disease
In a study from the University of Birmingham, scientists found older adults who start to experience bad dreams or nightmares could be exhibiting the...
A healthy lifestyle almost reduces dementia risk by 50% in people with type 2...
In a study from the University of Glasgow, scientists found a healthy lifestyle reduces the risk of dementia in those with type 2 diabetes...
Newer drug could improve outcomes, lower cost in treating stroke
In a study from The University of Texas at Austin, scientists found a newer-generation clot-busting drug called tenecteplase outperforms the traditional treatment for ischemic...