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A new device could help older adults stay steady and avoid falls

As we get older, it becomes harder to stay upright and maintain good posture. This happens for many reasons, like muscles getting weaker, eyesight...

Common diabetes drugs linked to rare but serious infection, study finds

A new study has found that a group of diabetes drugs called SGLT2 inhibitors may increase the risk of a rare but dangerous bacterial...

Common blood pressure drug may raise the risk of vision loss

Researchers have found a possible link between a common blood pressure medicine called Calcium Channel Blockers, or CCBs, and a higher risk of developing...

Common causes of fatigue in older people

Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh have found that how tired older people feel after everyday activities could be a warning sign about their...

Early signs of Parkinson’s disease everyone should know

Parkinson’s disease is a condition that affects the brain and mostly causes problems with movement. It gets worse over time, but the early signs...

Common drug may help prevent heart attacks by stopping blood clots

Heart attacks have been the leading cause of death in the United States for over 100 years. Many treatments today work by breaking down...

Can vitamin D helps keep your blood pressure healthy?

When most people think about vitamin D, they usually think about strong bones and a healthy immune system. But vitamin D, often called the...

Blood pressure medicines can have these side effects in older people

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is very common among older adults. In fact, nearly two out of three people over the age...

A new two-drug treatment shows promise for type 2 diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is a common health problem where the body either doesn’t use insulin properly or doesn’t make enough of it. This causes...

This drug can effectively boost fat burning and reduce appetite

Researchers at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center have found new clues about how the drug tirzepatide, also known by the brand name Zepbound, helps...