10 early signs of dementia everyone should know
Dementia is a condition that affects the brain and causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. It is not a normal part of aging,...
Can high blood pressure cause chronic kidney disease?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called the “silent killer” because it usually doesn’t cause noticeable symptoms—but it can do a...
Why a cough could be a warning sign of heart failure
When most people think of heart problems, symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath usually come to mind. But for many individuals living...
Peanuts and cancer growth: what you should know
Peanuts are a favorite snack for many people. They’re tasty, crunchy, and often seen as a healthy choice. But a new study from the...
How high blood pressure drugs can affect men’s health
Managing high blood pressure is very important for heart health, especially for men who may face certain challenges.
While medications are often necessary to lower...
Low vitamin D may worsen inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
A recent study led by Dr. Antonia Topalova-Dimitrova from the University Hospital St. Ivan Rilski and Medical University in Sofia, Bulgaria, has found a...
Diabetes drug metformin may help prevent early death, study finds
Metformin is a well-known medicine used to help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar. But new research from Stanford University and...
Can aspirin prevent high blood pressure?
Aspirin is one of the most widely used medications in the world. People take it to ease pain, lower fever, and in some cases,...
Maintaining vitamin D levels may boost immunotherapy response in skin cancer patients
New research suggests that keeping vitamin D levels in a healthy range may help patients with advanced skin cancer respond better to immunotherapy.
The study,...
Heart disease and diabetes drive surge in deaths in these people
A new study reveals that the majority of excess deaths in the United States in 2023 occurred among adults without a college degree, pointing...