Widely used blood pressure drug may influence gut health
High blood pressure is a serious health issue in the United States, affecting millions of adults and increasing the risk of heart disease and...
Common painkillers may pose serious heart health risks, studies show
Painkillers are commonly used to help people deal with pain, whether it's short-term or long-lasting. For many, these medications provide much-needed relief. However, new...
Many older people have this eye disease without knowing it
Glaucoma is an eye disease that slowly damages the nerve at the back of the eye, called the optic nerve. This nerve is important...
Common medications may harm memory function, study finds
When you take medicine for problems like allergies or high blood pressure, you usually expect to feel better. But a new study from the...
Do cholesterol drugs protect the heart but affect the rest of the body?
Cholesterol is a type of fat that travels through our blood. Our bodies need some cholesterol to stay healthy. It helps build cell walls...
Too much of this snack can harm your blood pressure, FDA warns
Black licorice may seem like a harmless candy, especially during the holidays, but new findings from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) show...
How much exercise is good for type 2 diabetes?
Exercise is one of the most effective and natural ways to manage type 2 diabetes. It helps lower blood sugar levels, improve insulin sensitivity,...
Late-stage liver failure: what to watch for
Liver failure is a serious condition that happens when the liver is badly damaged and can no longer perform its vital functions. The liver...
Life expectancy after a cancer diagnosis
A cancer diagnosis can be one of the most frightening moments in a person’s life. One of the first questions many people ask is:...
Many older people get infections after heart surgery
One in five older adults who undergo heart surgery develops an infection within six months of the procedure, and women are especially at risk,...