Hidden side effects and surprising brain benefits of cholesterol drugs
Cholesterol-lowering medicines are widely used around the world to help prevent serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
As people get older,...
Can older people stop some blood pressure pills safely?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in older adults. It is often called a “silent...
Brain study reveals a hidden cause of alcohol addiction
Alcohol addiction, also known as alcohol use disorder, is a serious problem that affects millions of people around the world. It can harm a...
New tool helps people with Parkinson’s disease decide about brain surgery
For people living with Parkinson’s disease, deciding whether to have brain surgery can be one of the most difficult choices they face.
Parkinson’s disease is...
Your gut bacteria may predict heart disease risk
A new large study has found that tiny organisms living in the human gut may play an important role in heart health.
Scientists discovered that...
How sugar helps brain tumors hide
A new study from Northwestern Medicine has uncovered an unexpected way that brain tumors grow and avoid the body’s natural defenses.
The research shows that...
Simple kidney test could save lives, study finds
A new study from Japan has revealed a surprising gap in the routine care of people with chronic kidney disease. Researchers found that a...
New blood pressure guidelines may spare many older people from drugs
A new analysis of updated blood pressure guidelines suggests that many older adults may no longer need to take medication as early as before.
This...
Shingles vaccine may cut heart disease risk by nearly 50%
A new study suggests that a common vaccine may do more than just prevent a painful skin condition. Researchers have found that the shingles...
Common diabetes drug may help prevent vision loss
A widely used diabetes medicine may offer an unexpected benefit for eye health, according to a new study.
Researchers have found that people who take...