Understanding coronary artery disease: signs, risks, and prevention
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a condition that happens when the main blood vessels supplying the heart become narrowed or blocked. This is usually...
Scientists find new cause of memory loss in older people
As we get older, many people notice changes in their memory. Forgetting names, misplacing keys, or having trouble learning new things are common issues...
Missing nutrient may play a key role in Alzheimer’s disease and brain health
Choline is an important nutrient that most people don’t think about—but it plays a major role in keeping our bodies and brains healthy. While...
New diabetes drug may reduce dementia risk
A recent study from the Karolinska Institutet, published in the journal eClinicalMedicine, suggests that a type of diabetes medication called GLP-1 agonists may also lower...
Childhood inflammation may cause autism, ADHD
A new study from scientists at the University of Maryland School of Medicine has uncovered a surprising connection that could help explain why some...
These two drugs work best with metformin to treat type 2 diabetes
A major new study has taken a close look at how different medications work alongside metformin—the go-to first-line treatment for people with type 2...
The best position to take during a heart attack—and what to avoid
A heart attack is a terrifying experience—not only for the person suffering it but also for anyone nearby.
While the first and most important step...
New scan can detect hidden cause of high blood pressure
Scientists from Queen Mary University of London and other institutions have developed a new kind of CT scan that can help find a hidden...
Cutting back on blood pressure drug may be safe for some older adults
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major health issue in the United States.
It increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, which are...
This type of food is linked to faster brain decline, study finds
Ultra-processed foods are a major part of modern diets, especially in places like the United States, where they make up almost 60% of the...