Stroke is highly preventable, research shows
In a recent study from McMaster University, researchers found 10 risk factors that can be modified are responsible for nine of 10 strokes worldwide.
Stroke...
Excessive exposure to this metal may be linked to Parkinson’s disease
In a new study, researchers found exposure to the metal manganese may be linked to Parkinson’s disease.
Too much exposure to this metal could lead...
This cholesterol-lowering drug may benefit people who cannot take statins
In a new study, researchers found a new cholesterol-lowering drug could help people unable to use statins due to side effects.
The drug is called...
This tool could tell if your chest pain is a heart problem
In a recent study, researchers have created a new tool to test if chest pain is a sign of heart problems
Previous studies have shown...
Healthy gums may help men avoid erectile dysfunction
In a new study, researchers found men with gum disease have a higher risk of erectile dysfunction.
The gum disease is called periodontitis. It is...
Opioids could be risky for people with kidney disease
In a new study, researchers found opioid drugs could bring health risks to people with chronic kidney disease.
The research was conducted by researchers from...
New tech could protect your health care device from hackers
In a new study, researchers found a new way to protect people’s pacemaker and other health devices from being hacked.
The research was conducted by...
A green neighborhood may help reduce heart attack risk
In a new study, researchers found living in a green, leafy neighborhood may help cut people’s heart attack risk.
The research was conducted by University...
This breathing exercise may help lower blood pressure
In a new study, researchers found an exercise called Inspiratory Muscle Strength Training, or IMST, could help lower blood pressure and improve artery health.
The...
Belly fat may increase heart disease risk even in thin women
In a new study, researchers found belly fat may raise the risk of heart disease in women even they have a normal body weight.
The...