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A single shot could help control high blood pressure for months

High blood pressure is a common health issue that affects many people. Right now, the main way to manage it is by taking pills...

Higher doses of this diabetes drug improve weight loss and blood sugar

Diabetes is a condition where there is too much sugar in the blood. Over time, this can become harder to control. Some medicines can...

This high blood pressure drug may help people live longer

Rilmenidine is a drug that doctors often prescribe to treat high blood pressure. But now, researchers believe it might do more than just control...

These common drugs may harm memory in older adults

Many of us take medicines for common problems like colds, allergies, or high blood pressure. But did you know that some of these medicines...

Study finds new treatment for coronary artery disease

Heart disease, especially coronary artery disease, is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. In the United States, about 25% of all deaths...

Common medicines may make high blood pressure worse, study finds

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health condition. If not managed well, it can raise the risk of heart disease,...

Scientists find surprising cause of cancer inside the body

Have you ever wondered how cancer begins? Scientists in Australia have made an exciting new discovery that might help explain it. The researchers looked at...

New obesity drug could slow down breast cancer growth

A new study has found that an anti-obesity drug called tirzepatide, which is sold under the names Mounjaro for diabetes and Zepbound for obesity,...

Early heart problems may signal brain changes linked to dementia

People who show early signs of heart problems may also have changes in their brains that could be early warning signs of dementia, according...

Poor sleep and inflammation triple depression risk in older adults, UCLA study finds

Older adults who struggle with insomnia may face more than just restless nights—they could also be at a much higher risk for depression, especially...