Sleep apnea treatment may protect the heart for some patients—but raise risks for others
A new study suggests that the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)—the CPAP machine—may lower the risk of heart problems for certain...
Key amino acid may protect eyes and prevent vision loss
Scientists have discovered that an amino acid called glutamine is essential for keeping the eye’s light-sensing cells healthy, offering a potential new way to...
Air pollution may raise risk of dementia and Parkinson’s, but key research was cut...
Air pollution doesn’t just harm the lungs and heart—it may also damage the brain and increase the risk of serious neurological diseases, including dementia...
A new way to beat chronic back pain—and it lasts for years
A type of psychotherapy known as cognitive functional therapy (CFT) has been shown to reduce disability from chronic low back pain for at least...
This skin problem has strong connection with heart disease
When most people think about psoriasis, they picture red, scaly patches on the skin. These patches can be itchy, painful, and make people feel...
Virtual reality nature scenes help reduce pain effectively
A new study from the University of Exeter has found that watching nature scenes in virtual reality (VR) can help relieve symptoms linked to...
Why we should focus on this blood pressure number
High blood pressure is a common health problem that can lead to serious diseases like heart attacks and strokes.
For many years, doctors have looked...
New brain stimulation could help treat Parkinson’s
Researchers in Germany have discovered a promising new approach to improving movement in people with Parkinson’s disease.
The study, published on April 12, 2025, in...
This drug may reduce obesity-linked breast cancer
A new study suggests that the anti-obesity drug tirzepatide may help reduce the growth of breast cancer linked to obesity.
The research was presented at...
New protein discovery could change how we treat heart disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Even though doctors have many treatments, like medicines to lower blood pressure...