New drug advances in treating high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is a major reason why many...
A new hope for people living with chronic nerve pain
Scientists from Weill Cornell Medicine and the Burke Neurological Institute have found a new drug that may help people who suffer from long-term nerve...
What causes a mini-stroke and how to prevent one
A mini-stroke, also called a transient ischemic attack (TIA), happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is briefly blocked. It causes...
Vitamin D deficiency linked to nerve damage in people with diabetes
A new study from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has found a strong link between low vitamin D levels and a serious nerve problem...
Understanding peripheral artery disease: symptoms and treatments
Peripheral artery disease, or PAD, is a common health problem where the arteries become narrowed and blood can’t flow easily to the arms or...
New drug can effectively reduce hard-to-treat high blood pressure
A new drug being tested by researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine could offer hope for people with high...
Why this nutrient is very Important for dementia prevention
Choline is a nutrient that is very important for our health, but many people don’t think much about it. Our bodies make a small...
Smart gloves could help deafblind people understand conversations
For the first time, people who are born deafblind may soon be able to understand live conversations, thanks to new smart textile technology developed...
Scientists link E-scooter injuries to substance use in alarming new study
Riding electric scooters has become a popular way to get around cities, but a new study shows that the fun comes with serious risks—especially...
Vitamin K may help prevent diabetes, scientists finds
Scientists in Canada have made a big discovery that could change how we understand and treat type 2 diabetes. A team at Université de...