Common painkiller may affect men and women differently
Ibuprofen is one of the most commonly used medicines in the world. Many of us reach for it when we have a headache, muscle...
Should we treat high blood pressure more aggressively?
High blood pressure is often called a "silent killer" because it usually doesn't cause symptoms—but it can do serious damage over time. It can...
This drug can treat diabetes and obesity much better
A new research review presented at a major diabetes conference in Europe has found that a drug called Tirzepatide works better than another popular...
Study shows an important cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are one of the most common infections women experience. A specific type called cystitis—an infection of the bladder—is especially...
The quadpill could effectively treat high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a major health issue in Australia, affecting one in three adults. It doesn’t always cause symptoms, but it can quietly...
Understanding causes of pancreatic cancer and how to lower the risk
Pancreatic cancer is a very serious illness that starts in the pancreas, a small organ behind the stomach.
The pancreas helps with digestion and controls...
New combined treatment could benefit old people with heart disease
A new international study has found that treating both aortic valve narrowing and a lesser-known condition called cardiac amyloidosis can significantly improve survival in...
Digital brain tests can detect dementia early and easily
A group of studies from the Indiana University School of Medicine has found that quick digital brain health screenings during regular doctor visits could...
Healthy habits can lower your dementia risk—even if it runs in the family
Dementia is a heartbreaking condition that affects memory, thinking, and daily life.
It’s tough not just on the person living with it but also on...
Why many people quit cholesterol-lowering drugs statins without telling doctors
Statins are a group of medications widely used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.
They have been proven to save lives...