Could fish oil fight inflammation?
Plentiful in foods like fish and flaxseed, omega-3 fatty acids have long been linked with cardiovascular health, and new research is looking at the...
Scientists discover new human auto-inflammatory disease
In a new study, researchers have discovered and identified the genetic cause of a previously unknown human autoinflammatory disease.
They determined that the autoinflammatory disease,...
Aspirin may no longer be effective for heart disease, cancer prevention
In a new study, researchers found that the widespread use of statins and cancer screening technology may have altered the benefits of aspirin use.
Researchers...
Many Americans get inappropriate antibiotic prescriptions
In a new study, researchers found that as much as two fifths (43%) of antibiotic prescriptions in the United States could be inappropriate.
Such a...
Are you a victim of incorrect statins, aspirin, and blood pressure prescriptions?
Doctors use a set of calculations to determine the risk of a heart attack or stroke in patients.
The calculations are called pooled cohort equations,...
Scientists discover new effective drugs for advanced breast cancer
In a new study, researchers have discovered that two new drugs could help treat an aggressive form of breast cancer.
One drug could reach tumors...
Cold heart facts: why you need to watch out in winter
When Arctic weather is on the way, forecasters often alert you to protect your pets or watch out on the roads. Perhaps they also...
This high blood pressure drug may help treat alcohol use disorders
In a new study, researchers found that a drug used to treat high blood pressure may alleviate anxiety induced by long-term heavy alcohol use.
It...
Take long naps? Sleep more than 9 hours a night? Your stroke risk may...
In a new study, researchers found that people who take long naps during the day or sleep nine or more hours at night may...
Red face after alcohol drinking may be linked to Alzheimer’s disease risk
In a new study, researchers found that a common mutation in a key enzyme involved in alcohol metabolism increases damage in cells from individuals...