Study finds big cause of gut disease
Imagine your gut as a lively, crowded city. It’s filled with tiny residents—trillions of them—including bacteria, viruses, and even microscopic creatures called protists.
This community...
What’s the real difference between stroke and mini-stroke?
A stroke is a medical emergency that happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or a blood vessel in the...
Does being overweight always cause type 2 diabetes?
Many people believe that being overweight always leads to type 2 diabetes, but the truth is more complicated.
While being overweight is a major risk...
Heart failure vs. heart attack: What’s the difference?
Many people think heart failure and heart attack are the same thing, but they are actually two very different heart conditions.
Both are serious and...
How often should people check blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
Managing type 2 diabetes means keeping blood sugar levels in a healthy range to avoid serious health problems like heart disease, nerve damage, or...
Can early dementia be reversed? What science says
Dementia is a condition that causes a gradual loss of memory, thinking, and problem-solving abilities. It can affect daily life and make it hard...
Why irregular heartbeat can be very dangerous
Atrial fibrillation, often called AF, is a heart condition where the heartbeat becomes irregular and sometimes too fast. It’s a serious health issue that...
Sharp rise in dangerous blood pressure spikes among older Americans
A recent study from Yale University has revealed a worrying trend: over the last 20 years, more and more older Americans have been hospitalized...
Study finds big cause of autoimmune diseases
A new study from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research has uncovered a crucial connection between gene variants linked to leukemia and the development...
Popular cholesterol drug may pose kidney risks, study finds
Statins are widely used to lower high cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. One of the strongest of these drugs...