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Giving free veggies via ‘produce prescriptions’ can boost patients’ health

Eating more fruits and vegetables is a common recommendation for better health, but it's easier said than done for many people, especially those on...

Research shows an important cause of heart rhythm diseases

A pioneering study by scientists from The Ohio State University has brought forth new hope for individuals plagued by certain severe heart rhythm disorders. The...

Many older people with ADHD are untreated, study finds

A group of experts has urgently called for improved international guidance on the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in individuals over 50. Their...

Chronic pelvic pain affects up to 26% of women – our latest research brings...

Chronic pelvic pain affects between 5% and 26% of women worldwide. It can be associated with conditions such as endometriosis (where tissue resembling the...

What blood pressure numbers say about your brain health

A Simple Test with Deep Insights Most of us have visited the doctor and experienced the routine of having a band wrapped around our arm....

People with high-risk heart failure need to get this treatment sooner, study shows

Implantable defibrillators, pivotal in managing heart failure patients, might need to be incorporated earlier in the treatment plans. A recent study, led by researchers from...

Research shows a surprising cause of inflammation

Cholesterol, a fatty substance in our blood, is vital for the body, but excessive levels can trigger severe heart conditions by narrowing and hardening...

Scientists find new risk factors for colon cancer

Colorectal cancer is a condition that affects the colon or rectum, primarily impacting older adults. However, new research indicates that young adults are not...

Widely used blood pressure medicine may hold key to longevity

Aging is an inevitable aspect of life; it’s a process accompanied by various changes, affecting our ability to perform certain tasks and making us...

Scientists find a new way to treat liver cancer

Liver cancer is one of the world's most common and lethal forms of cancer, primarily diagnosed at advanced stages, limiting therapeutic options. Current first-line treatments...