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...
Study offers a new cure for chronic back pain
Millions of people around the world suffer from chronic low back pain, a condition that often lingers for years and significantly affects daily life.
Until...
Why obesity can make kidney disease worse
Researchers from the University of Kentucky have taken a closer look at the relationship between obesity and kidney disease and found that it is...
Scientists finds new treatment for lung cancer
Small-cell lung cancer (SCLC) is one of the most aggressive and deadly types of cancer, often linked to smoking.
Although it makes up only 15%...
Rheumatoid arthritis linked to faster cognitive decline in dementia
A new study from Sweden has found that people with both dementia and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may experience a faster decline in thinking and...
Exercise may help slow memory loss in older adults at risk for Alzheimer’s
New research from the University of California San Diego and Wake Forest University shows that both low and moderate-high intensity exercise can help protect...
Simple method to help manage high blood pressure in ER
A simple conversation during an emergency room visit could help people manage high blood pressure, even before they experience any symptoms, according to new...
Study finds new cause of fatty liver disease
In a major scientific breakthrough, researchers at Mayo Clinic’s Center for Individualized Medicine have identified a rare genetic mutation that can directly cause a...
How food can be used to support people living with dementia
As dementia rates rise globally, families and care partners are seeking ways to maintain meaningful connections with loved ones experiencing memory loss.
In many cultures,...