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Too much or too little thyroid drug could raise heart death risk

Levothyroxine is a man-made thyroid hormone that helps people whose bodies do not make enough of this hormone naturally. It is one of the...

How room temperature can affect your dementia risk

Did you know that the temperature inside your home could affect how well your brain works as you age? A study from Harvard Medical School...

Common blood pressure drugs may raise risk of heart failure

A new study from Penn State and other research teams has found that some common drugs used to treat high blood pressure might not...

Popular vitamin supplement may help cancer spread

supplement to improve their heart, brain, and metabolism. It’s also believed to boost energy and help people feel healthier overall. But a recent study from...

Scientists find how to reverse type 2 diabetes

Our bodies need energy to function, and that energy comes from tiny structures inside our cells called mitochondria. These are often called the “powerhouses” of...

Your eyes may reveal hidden heart disease and blood pressure risk

Our eyes don’t just help us see the world—they might also help us understand our heart health. A new study from St. George’s University...

New CT scan could help cure high blood pressure

Scientists have created a new type of CT scan that can find tiny nodules in the adrenal glands—small glands located above the kidneys. These nodules...

Study finds the real key cause of gout

Gout is a very painful condition that affects millions of people around the world. It’s a type of arthritis that happens when there is...

How marijuana may affect your DNA—and your health

Marijuana is becoming more common in the United States as more states make it legal. In 2019, about 48 million Americans said they used marijuana,...

Why some heavy drinkers get liver disease, others don’t

Many people enjoy alcohol regularly, but not everyone who drinks a lot ends up with serious liver problems. A new study from Keck Medicine of...