10 warning signs of uncontrolled diabetes you shouldn’t ignore
Diabetes is a health condition that changes how your body handles sugar from the food you eat. When diabetes isn’t managed properly, too much...
Statins do not help treat depression, study finds
A new clinical trial from Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin has found no evidence that statins—commonly prescribed cholesterol-lowering drugs—offer additional benefits for treating depression. The...
Modified DASH diet lowers blood pressure in type 2 diabetes
In 2021, about 38.1 million adults in the United States were living with diagnosed diabetes, and the vast majority—around 90% to 95%—had type 2...
Scientists find a better way to measure kidney health in older people
When you go for your yearly health check-up, your doctor might ask for a urine sample. This simple test can give important clues about...
Mental health drugs may increase ALS risk and faster disease progression
A new Swedish study has found that people who take common psychiatric medications—such as antidepressants, anxiety drugs, and sleeping pills—may have a higher chance...
Foods to avoid for healthy blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health problem, especially in older adults. If it's not managed well, it can lead...
New CT scan helps detect hidden stroke-causing clots in the heart
A new clinical trial from Canada may change the way hospitals diagnose strokes—and help prevent future ones. The study, led by researchers from the...
1 in 4 people with type 2 diabetes also have this dangerous bone disease
A new study from the First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University has revealed a concerning connection between type 2 diabetes and osteoporosis—a condition...
Vitamin B shows promise in managing tough high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common yet serious health problem that affects millions of people around the world. When left untreated, it...
New diabetes drug can lower blood sugar and boost weight loss
Doctors from many countries recently worked together on a large study to test a new medicine for people with type 2 diabetes. The research...