Study finds a big cause of aging and inflammation
Scientists have found a gene that may play a big role in how we age. This discovery could lead to new ways to slow...
Women with vascular disease face delays and missed treatments warn
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a health condition that affects blood vessels outside the heart. It can cause serious problems, such as pain, limited...
These daily habits may help prevent Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline
An estimated 7.2 million Americans over the age of 65 are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, and this number is expected to nearly double...
Two common drugs team up to fight serious liver disease
Liver fibrosis is a serious but often overlooked condition that affects millions of people around the world. It happens when the liver gets hurt...
TikTok videos on gout often misleading, study finds
Many people now use social media to learn about health, but not all the information online is correct.
A new study from Oxford University Press,...
Study finds hidden brain damage behind dementia
Vascular dementia is a common form of memory loss and mental decline caused by problems in the brain’s tiny blood vessels. It affects millions...
Chronic kidney disease cases nearly double since 1990, now a global health crisis
A new global study shows that chronic kidney disease is becoming a major health crisis. The number of people affected has more than doubled...
How low should your blood pressure go?
A new study from researchers at Mass General Brigham suggests that lowering blood pressure more aggressively could save more lives and reduce heart-related problems,...
Could skipping tooth brushing increase your risk of Parkinson’s disease?
Most people think of brushing their teeth as a way to avoid cavities and keep their breath fresh. But new research suggests that oral...
Common gene variant doubles dementia risk in men, study finds
A new study has found that men who carry a common genetic change are twice as likely to develop dementia in their lifetime compared...