HIV drug may help treat Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
Researchers at UVA Health are urging for clinical trials to explore whether certain HIV medications, known as nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs), can help...
Combined flu and COVID vaccine shows strong immune response in older people
A new vaccine developed by Moderna aims to protect against both flu and COVID-19 with just one shot. Early studies suggest the combination vaccine...
4 ways to check your moles for skin cancer
When is a mole not just a mole?
The question can be a concern for many people, especially during the summer months when we are...
This oral blood pressure drug could slow aging
Scientists from the University of Liverpool have made an exciting discovery. They found that a drug called rilmenidine, which is already used to treat...
This nutrient is the key to protecting your heart from too much salt
Many people know that eating too much salt is not good for your health. Salt, which is found in many common foods like bread,...
Study finds probiotics may lower high blood pressure
A recent study conducted by scientists at Griffith University in Australia has revealed that taking probiotics could help lower the risk of heart disease....
These supplements may be linked to Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer's disease is a serious brain disorder that affects millions of people around the world. It is a progressive condition, which means it gets...
New drug could prevent liver disease from high-fat diet
Liver disease is a common health issue that affects millions of adults in the United States. One of the most serious types of liver...
Signs of dangerous high blood pressure you need to know
Blood pressure is a key sign of how well your body is working. It measures how hard your blood pushes against the walls of...
Common painkiller may raise heart disease risk for some people
Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is one of the most widely used medicines in the world. People often take it to relieve pain or...