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Home blood pressure monitoring more accurate than clinic readings

A recent study by researchers at Kaiser Permanente has found that measuring blood pressure at home gives more accurate results than readings taken in...

New diabetes drug may protect kidneys and lungs better, study finds

A recent study from the University of Hong Kong suggests that a newer type of diabetes drug, called sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT2i), may...

Drinking 2 or more cups of coffee may double heart disease death risk in...

A recent study suggests that drinking two or more cups of coffee per day may double the risk of death from heart disease for...

Eating these two diets may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease

A new study from RUSH University in Chicago suggests that eating green leafy vegetables and other healthy foods may help reduce signs of Alzheimer’s...

Common blood pressure drug may cause more side effects than expected

Scientists from Columbia University have discovered that a widely recommended blood pressure drug, chlorthalidone, may cause more serious side effects than another commonly used...

Aspirin may increase the risk of heart failure in some people

Aspirin is a widely used medication that helps relieve pain and reduce inflammation. It is also commonly taken to lower the risk of heart...

Safe weight loss tips for people with diabetes

Losing weight can be a powerful way to improve health, especially for people with diabetes. It can help control blood sugar, reduce the need...

Scientists find a key to longer, healthier lives for older adults

Physical activity plays a vital role in extending lifespans and improving the quality of life for older adults, according to a review published in...

New blood test may quickly identify stroke types

A new study suggests that a simple blood test could help doctors quickly determine whether a stroke is caused by bleeding or a blood clot, even before...

Man develops yellow bumps on skin after extreme meat-only diet

A group of doctors recently reported a case where a man developed yellowish lumps on his hands, feet, and elbows after following an extreme...