Why focusing on systolic number is the key to high blood pressure management
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other serious illnesses. For years, doctors...
How your sense of smell can predict Alzheimer’s Disease
Our sense of smell does more than alert us to potential dangers or pleasant aromas—it might also serve as a window into brain health.
Researchers...
How marijuana changes your genes, according to science
Marijuana is gaining popularity and legality in many parts of the United States. According to recent data, about 18% of Americans have tried marijuana...
Common blood pressure drugs may cause bowel problems
Diverticulosis is a condition that affects the digestive system, creating small bulges or pouches in the lining of the intestine. While common in older...
Mislabeling of NSAID allergies poses risks for stroke patients
A recent study from the University of Hong Kong's LKS Faculty of Medicine (HKUMed) has shed light on the significant impact of mislabeled NSAID...
Lowering blood pressure in diabetes patients can strongly reduce heart disease risks
People with type 2 diabetes are at a higher risk of heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and death due to cardiovascular disease. A recent...
First new treatment for asthma and COPD in half a century – new study
Every 30 seconds, someone in the world will experience a flare-up of their asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms. For decades, the...
College pals gathered in a remote cabin. When one went into cardiac arrest, another...
When Tyson Yeck rolled up to Max LeeKwai's remote cabin about an hour north of Portland, Oregon, he was ready to win.
Yeck, LeeKwai and...
A big breakthrough in brain disease treatment
Scientists from the University of Liverpool, led by Dr. David Dickens, have identified innovative strategies to overcome one of medicine's greatest challenges: the blood–brain...
How sleep affects your dementia risk
Sleep is essential for your overall health, but it plays an especially important role in protecting your brain.
Research has shown that poor sleep quality...