Managing 8 risk factors may reduce death risk in high blood pressure
A new study from Tulane University shows that people with high blood pressure can reduce — and possibly eliminate — their risk of dying...
Chocolate could replace needles for people with diabetes
Around 425 million people across the world have diabetes. For about 75 million of them, daily insulin injections are part of life.
But now, researchers...
Scientists find a new drug to reduce blood cholesterol
Cholesterol is something the body needs, but having too much of it can be dangerous. When cholesterol builds up in the arteries, it can...
What you need to know about mini strokes
A Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), often called a mini-stroke, happens when stroke-like symptoms appear but then go away quickly, usually within a few minutes.
Even...
New genetic discovery shows big cause of autism
Autism is a developmental condition that affects how children communicate and interact with others.
About 1 in 59 children are diagnosed with autism, and boys...
Heartburn drugs like PPIs may increase kidney disease risk
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are common drugs used to treat heartburn, acid reflux, and a condition called GERD. You might know them by brand...
This painkiller may raise blood pressure in people with heart risks
Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is one of the most popular pain and fever relief medicines in the world.
Many people use it when they...
Diabetes drug metformin may help or harm cancer patients, study finds
Scientists from the University of Waterloo have issued an important warning for doctors who are using the diabetes drug metformin to treat cancer.
While this...
High blood pressure drug may raise risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A new study from the European Sudden Cardiac Arrest Network has found a possible link between a common blood pressure medication and a higher...
High doses of this vitamin may cause temporary vision loss
Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is often used to lower cholesterol levels. It can be bought with a prescription or over the counter...