Study finds why common type 2 diabetes drug loses efficacy
Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions worldwide.
Since the 1950s, a group of medications called sulfonylureas has been widely used...
New painless scan could help cure high blood pressure fast
A new medical breakthrough may help doctors cure high blood pressure in many people by finding tiny trouble spots in the body that were...
What you need to know about heart CT scans
In the journey of heart health management, CT scans emerge as a beacon of clarity, offering a detailed glimpse into the heart’s structure and...
A new kind of salt could help lower blood pressure
Americans love salty foods. From pizza and chips to burgers and bread, salt is in almost everything.
But eating too much salt can be harmful....
Early warning signs can predict dementia years in advance
Dementia is a condition that affects millions of people around the world. It causes problems with memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to carry...
A simple plan could save millions from deadly high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the biggest silent threats to human health today.
It is often called the “silent killer” because...
How tiny changes in the brain may cause autism
Autism is a condition that starts early in life and affects how a person communicates, behaves, and connects with others.
It is something people are...
Could fasting be a natural cure for high blood pressure?
Scientists from Pantox Laboratories are exploring a powerful idea: fasting might help lower high blood pressure naturally—without drugs.
Their research suggests that taking breaks from...
What causes heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias)?
Heart rhythm disorders, also known as arrhythmias, happen when the electrical signals that control your heartbeats don’t work properly.
This can make the heart beat...
Study finds a big hidden cause of high blood pressure
Scientists at Brigham and Women’s Hospital have made a discovery that could change how we understand and treat high blood pressure.
They found that a...