New diabetes pill cuts risk of heart attack and stroke
A major international study has revealed that a pill form of semaglutide—a drug already used to treat type 2 diabetes—can also reduce the risk...
New test could detect Lewy body disease before symptoms begin
Researchers from Lund University in Sweden have made a major discovery that could change how doctors find and treat Lewy body disease—one of the...
Could common blood pressure drugs harm your kidneys over time?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major health issue around the world. It affects millions of people and is one of...
Common painkiller may help stop cancer from spreading
Most people think cancer is dangerous mainly because of the original tumor.
But in fact, most cancer deaths happen because cancer cells move to other...
Possible link between common blood pressure pills and suicide risk
A new study has raised concerns about a possible link between a widely prescribed blood pressure drug and an increased risk of suicide.
The research,...
Scientists find a surprising cause of stroke
In a surprising discovery, scientists from the University of California, Irvine, have found a new cause of brain bleeding that could change how we...
Many older adults still taking daily aspirin—but should they?
A new study from Johns Hopkins University has found that many older Americans are still taking a daily low-dose aspirin to prevent heart problems—even...
Know the warning signs liver diseases before it’s too late
Alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD) is becoming a bigger problem around the world. It can be very serious—even deadly—if not treated in time.
The liver is...
Why obesity strongly linked to diabetic complications
A large genome-wide analysis reports that common obesity traits share, and in some cases drive, risk for diabetic kidney disease, diabetic retinopathy, and diabetic...
Should I worry about testicular cancer?
One in every 250 men will develop testicular cancer in their lifetime, and the numbers are increasing. The good news: It's very treatable if...