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Study discovers a root cause of liver cancer

Liver cancer is one of the deadliest cancers worldwide, often developing silently in an organ crucial for metabolism, energy storage, blood sugar regulation, and...

How a common fungus may play a role in Alzheimer’s disease

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine, working with other institutions, have made a breakthrough in understanding how fungi, particularly Candida albicans, might be linked to...

Both blood pressure numbers matter for heart health

Blood pressure is measured using two numbers: systolic (the top number) and diastolic (the bottom number). Systolic pressure measures the force when the heart’s ventricles...

Widely used blood pressure drugs linked to heart failure

A recent study from the University of Bologna, published in the journal Hypertension, has uncovered an important finding about women’s health and hypertension treatment. Women who...

How to lower the risk of aging-related vision loss

Macular degeneration is a leading cause of vision loss, especially as we age. This condition affects the macula, the part of the eye responsible for...

Natural ways to manage chronic leg swelling

Chronic leg swelling, or edema, can be frustrating and uncomfortable, but there are natural ways to manage it. This condition often occurs when fluid builds...

Simple steps to prevent thyroid diseases

The thyroid is a small but powerful gland in your neck that controls how your body uses energy, regulates your metabolism, and keeps many...

Regular dental check-ups can help prevent chronic diseases

When you think about staying healthy, visiting the dentist might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, regular dental check-ups do more...

Simple steps to prevent breast cancer

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers worldwide, affecting millions of women each year. While some risk factors, such as age and family...

Long-term harm of untreated heart disease

Heart disease is a serious condition that requires attention and care. When left untreated, it doesn’t just stay the same—it often worsens over time,...