Living longer with less burden of cancer treatment
Cancer is often thought of as a disease that spreads quickly and becomes harder to treat over time. When cancer spreads from its original...
Which blood thinner helps older people recover better after blood clots?
Blood clots can be very dangerous, especially for older people. A clot that forms in the leg is called deep vein thrombosis, and if...
Minimally invasive procedure can treat irregular heartbeat better than drugs
Atrial fibrillation, often called AFib, is a condition that affects the rhythm of the heart. Instead of beating in a steady and regular way,...
Why smell loss happens first in Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is often linked with memory loss, but the earliest signs can be much more subtle. One of the first changes many people...
You don’t need 10,000 steps a day to protect your heart
Many people believe they must walk 10,000 steps every day to stay healthy. This number has become very popular around the world.
However, new research...
How well can chemotherapy fight different types of cancer?
Cancer is one of the most serious diseases in the world, and many people feel worried when they hear the word.
Over the years, doctors...
Two popular cholesterol drugs can both effectively prevent heart attacks, strokes
Many people around the world take medicines to control their cholesterol levels. Cholesterol is a fatty substance in the blood. When levels of “bad”...
Scientists find way to help damaged brain cells recover in Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s disease is a long-term brain condition that affects movement, thinking, and daily life. It often develops slowly over many years.
People with Parkinson’s may...
New test can detect Lewy body dementia early
Lewy body disease is a serious condition that affects the brain. It can change how people think, move, and remember. It is not as...
Hidden signs your heart may be in trouble
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death across the world. It affects millions of people every year and often develops slowly...