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Scientists develop a new drug to treat inflammation

Recent research has developed a new drug that could help fight inflammation in the body. The new anti-inflammatory drug molecule has a new mechanism of...

How to check your blood pressure accurately at home

High blood pressure is a big risk factor for heart attack and stroke. Although people can get their blood pressure checked when they visit their...
Sleep problems linked to higher dementia risk

Sleep problems linked to higher dementia risk

In a new study, researchers at Karolinska Institute in Sweden report that sleep disturbances in midlife or in late life are linked to a...
Being overweight before 50 linked to higher risk for pancreatic cancer

Being overweight before 50 linked to higher risk of pancreatic cancer

In a new study, researchers found that gaining excessive body weight before 50 is linked to a higher risk for pancreatic cancer than being...
Combining blood pressure and cholesterol drugs may reduce stroke risk

Combining blood pressure and cholesterol drugs may reduce stroke risk

In a recent study, researchers show that combining drugs that lowers blood pressure with medication that lowers cholesterol could reduce first-time strokes by 44%. Stroke...
New Parkinson's treatments could benefit most people with the disease

New Parkinson’s treatments could benefit most people with the disease

In a recent study, researchers from the University of Pittsburgh found that a gene linked to 3% to 4% of people with Parkinson's disease...
This sugar may help slow cancer growth

This sugar may help slow cancer growth

In a recent study, researchers found that mannose sugar could slow tumor growth and enhance the effects of chemotherapy in many types of cancer. Mannose...
Scientists discover the major cause of the opioid crisis

Scientists discover the major cause of the opioid crisis

In a new study, researchers have discovered the major cause of the opioid crisis. They found that inappropriate pain management after surgery causes most of...
How to protect your heart valve health

How to protect your heart valve health

Mick Jagger reportedly underwent heart valve replacement surgery in New York last week. His condition highlights the importance of protecting heart valve health. Dr. Catherine Otto,...
These popular exercises may increase your injury risk

These popular exercises may increase your injury risk

In a new study, researchers found that some popular workouts may increase people’s risk of injury, especially in the knees and shoulders. The research was...