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Research shows non-surgical treatment for chronic knee pain

Scientists at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital have found a new way to treat knee pain without surgery. This new method is especially helpful for...

Drinking coffee this way reduce risks of heart disease, stroke

Good news for coffee lovers: a new study from Semmelweis University suggests that drinking up to three cups of coffee a day could lower...

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...