Combining two diabetes drugs offers stronger protection for the heart and kidneys
A new study suggests that using two types of diabetes medications together may offer extra protection against heart and kidney disease.
The research, published in...
Boosting a brain enzyme may help reverse Alzheimer’s damage, study suggests
Scientists at Cedars-Sinai have found a way to restore the function of key brain immune cells in mice with Alzheimer’s disease—an advance that could...
Natural ways to lower high blood pressure without medication
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that affects millions of people around the world. It’s a leading cause of heart disease...
This medication offers safer pain relief after surgery
At the Medical University of South Carolina, a groundbreaking discovery has been made by a dedicated team of researchers.
They’ve found that N-acetylcysteine (NAC), a...
Lewy body dementia may begin earlier than we thought, study finds
A new study from the University of Helsinki and the University of Tampere in Finland has found that Lewy body disease, a brain condition...
Home blood pressure monitoring: how often should you check?
Monitoring blood pressure at home is a vital part of managing hypertension, or high blood pressure, a condition that affects millions globally.
High blood pressure...
This silent vision loss disease goes undiagnosed in many older adults
Glaucoma is often called the “thief in the night” for a good reason—it can damage your vision without any warning signs. This serious eye...
Early signs of heart disease every woman should know
Heart disease is often mistakenly viewed as primarily affecting men, but it’s actually the leading cause of death for women worldwide.
Understanding the early signs...
The best and worst drinks for managing high blood pressure
High blood pressure, often called the "silent killer," is a common condition that can cause serious health problems like heart disease and stroke.
It usually...
Long-term use of this anxiety and sleep drug may harm brain, study finds
Benzodiazepines are medications often used to treat anxiety and sleep problems. They work well in the short term and are commonly prescribed by doctors.
But...