Heart failure more dangerous for adults under 65
Heart failure occurs when the heart muscle doesn’t function properly in its squeezing or relaxing functions.
It can cause symptoms like shortness of breath and...
Many men with prostate cancer disobey rules in their active surveillance
In a new study, researchers found that men who choose active surveillance to manage early prostate cancer often don’t follow the monitoring rules.
They found...
Scientists discover a possible cause of Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that high levels of LDL cholesterol (‘bad’ cholesterol) in the body may play a causal role in the...
Intense high blood pressure treatment may benefit people with diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that intensively lowering high blood pressure could benefit people with type 2 diabetes.
The research was conducted by an...
More than half of patients don’t need opioids after surgery, says new study
In a new study from the University of Michigan, researchers found that an opioid-sparing strategy could help patients manage pain after surgery without opioids.
They...
6 things you can control to protect your blood pressure
High blood pressure is a dangerous health condition that can increase risks of heart disease and stroke.
Luckily people can keep their blood pressure...
These 5 unhealthy things cause most cancers
Many things can contribute to cancer, including genetic factors and lifestyle factors.
It is known that an unhealthy lifestyle can cause many types of cancer....
This new therapy may stop liver cancer growth
In a new study, researchers found that a new treatment using non-thermal radio waves could block the growth of liver cancer cells anywhere in...
A big cause of the current opioid crisis
Recently, researchers led by Monash University have found that inappropriate pain control after surgery causes most of the opioid abuse.
This may be the big...
Red meat in this diet may help prevent autoimmune diseases
In a new study, researchers found that red meat as part of a healthy Mediterranean diet is linked to lower risk of autoimmune diseases...