Delaying high blood pressure may reduce stroke risk
New research highlights the importance of preventing high blood pressure (hypertension) as a way to lower the risk of stroke. Published in the journal Stroke by...
Delayed REM sleep may signal early Alzheimer’s risk
Scientists have found that both the quality and amount of sleep we get can affect our risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Now, a new...
Study finds a safer alternative to aspirin for heart disease
A recent study by the Cardiocentro Ticino Foundation suggests that P2Y12 inhibitors may lower the risk of heart attacks and strokes in people with...
Scientists find a big cause of chronic inflammation
A new study from the University of South Australia has uncovered a direct connection between low levels of vitamin D and increased inflammation, offering...
Ibuprofen may have surprising effects on liver health
A recent study from the University of California, Davis, reveals that ibuprofen, a widely used painkiller, may affect the liver more significantly than previously...
Getting your COVID-19 and flu vaccines together is safe, study finds
A new study has confirmed that it’s safe to get your COVID-19 vaccine and flu shot on the same day. This finding simplifies the...
Common mouth bacteria linked to chronic diseases
A study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden has identified the bacteria most frequently found in severe oral infections. The research provides valuable insights into...
Common blood pressure drugs linked to heart failure in women
A recent study shows that people who take beta-blockers, but have no prior history of heart disease, face a nearly 5% higher risk of...
Personality changes in older adults not always mean dementia, study finds
For decades, scientists have searched for early indicators of memory impairment to better detect and slow the progression of cognitive decline.
Some researchers and clinicians...
New tool can detect Alzheimer’s disease early through voice
A team of researchers led by Professor Li Hai at the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, part of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, has...