Common blood pressure drug may carry higher health risks
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world. It often has no clear symptoms, but over time it...
Too much of this nutrient can cause temporary blindness
Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is often used to help lower cholesterol and reduce high levels of fat in the blood. Doctors sometimes...
This mineral may help melt artery plaque, preventing heart disease
Heart disease is still the number one cause of death around the world. A major reason for this is a condition called atherosclerosis, which...
Common blood pressure drugs linked to heart failure in women
A new study from the University of Bologna has raised questions about a widely used type of blood pressure medicine called beta‑blockers. These drugs...
Scientists find new way to clear Alzheimer’s toxins without harming the brain
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most feared illnesses of aging. It slowly destroys memory, thinking ability, and independence, affecting millions of people worldwide....
“Cyborg” pancreas? New implant could help lab-grown cells treat diabetes
Scientists are developing a futuristic approach to treating diabetes that sounds like science fiction but may one day become reality.
Researchers at the University of...
Pregnant women who get COVID shots may reduce risk of dangerous preeclampsia
A large international study suggests that getting vaccinated against COVID-19 during pregnancy—especially with a booster shot—may help protect mothers from preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy...
Sleeping in on weekends may protect your heart
Many people struggle to get enough sleep during the workweek. Busy schedules, early school or work start times, late-night screen use, and stress can...
Scientists create 3D mesh that can listen to human brain organoids
Scientists have created a groundbreaking tool that can listen to the electrical signals inside tiny lab-grown human brain models, often called “mini brains.”
These...
How to live to reduce breast cancer risk
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in the United States, and it affects hundreds of thousands of families every year.
In...