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Common blood pressure drug may raise heart failure risk for women

A recent study published in Hypertension found that women taking beta-blockers for high blood pressure without a prior history of cardiovascular disease (CVD) face a nearly...

Using this constipation drug too frequently may increase dementia risk

Laxatives are often used to relieve constipation, especially when lifestyle changes like eating more fiber, drinking plenty of water, or exercising regularly don’t work. However,...

Popular weight loss diet may raise risks of cancer, heart disease

A recent study reviewed the ketogenic (keto) diet and found it may have serious risks, especially for certain groups of people. Researchers warn that this...

Drinking coffee this way may help your heart stay healthy

A recent study from Semmelweis University found that drinking up to three cups of coffee a day might protect your heart and reduce the...

Can long-term use of this painkiller raise blood pressure?

A study from the University of Edinburgh has revealed that long-term use of paracetamol might increase the risk of heart disease and strokes for...

New lens could help doctors see deeper inside the body than ever before

Doctors often face challenges when trying to see deep inside the human body to detect and treat diseases. The body is a complex network of...

New guidelines expand first aid skills for opioid overdoses, seizures

First aid has always been about quickly helping someone in trouble before professional help arrives. Over the years, people have been trained to handle...

The best diet for heart disease prevention you need to know

Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but the good news is that many cases can be prevented through a...

Recognizing high blood pressure symptoms in women

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the “silent killer” because it can quietly cause harm to the body over years without noticeable...

How mental stimulation can help protect against dementia

Dementia affects millions of people worldwide, and as our population ages, the number of cases is rising. This condition impacts memory, thinking, and daily...