The hidden key to lowering high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major health concern that increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. While most people know that...
Study shows big cause of Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementia
Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) are two serious brain conditions that affect millions of people in the U.S. They cause movement problems...
Scientists find a new drug to lower cholesterol effectively
Cholesterol is a necessary substance in the body, but too much of it can lead to clogged arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease...
New injection could treat chronic back pain effectively
Many people experience back pain at some point in their lives—sometimes from something as simple as bending over to pick up an object. While...
Common heartburn drugs linked to increased kidney risks
Millions of Americans take proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like Prilosec, Nexium, and Prevacid to manage acid reflux, heartburn, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
While these...
Ginger compound may treat inflammatory bowel disease
A team of international researchers, led by scientists from the University of Toronto, has discovered a compound in ginger that may help treat inflammatory...
Rheumatoid arthritis linked to faster cognitive decline in dementia
For the first time, researchers in Sweden have discovered a connection between rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and cognitive decline in dementia patients.
The study, published in Neurology, suggests that...
Scientists find similar bleeding risks of blood thinners and aspirin
A new study has found that the risk of serious bleeding is similar when taking the blood thinners apixaban and dabigatran compared to aspirin.
However, the blood thinner rivaroxaban has a higher risk of major...
Twin pregnancies may increase the risk of heart problems after birth
New research shows that mothers who give birth to twins are twice as likely to be hospitalized for heart disease in the first year...
The link between sleep and dementia risk you need to know
Getting enough quality sleep is essential for brain health, and research has shown that poor sleep can increase the risk of developing dementia later...