Hidden warning signs of liver problems older adults should know
Liver disease is a serious health problem that can affect people at any age, but it can be especially difficult to recognize in older...
Eating more potassium-rich foods may help lower blood pressure better than cutting salt alone
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems around the world. Doctors estimate that more than 30 percent...
Two-drug combo effectively lower blood sugar in diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the world. It happens when the body cannot use insulin properly....
This sleep hormone supplement may protect memory function
As people grow older, many begin to notice changes in their memory. They may forget names more easily, misplace objects, or struggle to recall...
A simple vitamin mix may help stop a major cause of blindness
Glaucoma is one of the most common causes of blindness around the world. The disease slowly damages the optic nerve, which is the nerve...
Common blood pressure drug may not be the best choice
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world. Millions of people take medicine every day to keep their...
Cholesterol drugs may do more than protect the heart, study shows
Cholesterol is a fatty substance that travels through the bloodstream. Although it often gets a bad reputation, cholesterol is actually essential for the body.
It...
Lab-grown ‘mini-brains’ show new cause of autism
Scientists from Mayo Clinic and Yale University have made an important discovery that may help explain how autism spectrum disorder begins in the very...
Hidden hormone may cause high blood pressure in millions, study shows
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. Doctors estimate that more than 1.5...
Simple blood test may help detect hidden testicular cancer after surgery
Testicular cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting young men, especially those between the ages of 20 and 40.
Although it is usually...