One in three breast cancers may be missed by screening
A large new study by researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden has revealed that nearly one-third of breast cancer cases are not detected during...
New study suggests doctors should focus more on systolic blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health issue that increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other serious conditions.
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Scientists find the key to preserving memory in older age
Many older adults worry about memory loss and other changes in thinking as they age. Most of the time, these changes are mild and...
Scientists find a surprising cause of chronic inflammation and a solution
A new study from Spain has revealed a strong link between vitamin B12 levels and inflammation in the body. Chronic inflammation is known to...
Scientists find a surprising cause of stroke
In a surprising discovery, scientists from the University of California, Irvine, have found a new cause of brain hemorrhages that could change how we...
Researchers find big cause of plaque buildup in blood vessels
Heart disease is the leading cause of death around the world. In the United States alone, about one out of every four deaths is...
High blood pressure drug nifedipine may be linked to sudden cardiac arrest, study warns
A commonly used drug for treating high blood pressure, called nifedipine, may carry a hidden risk that researchers are only now beginning to understand.
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Common medicines may affect memory, especially in older adults
Many people take medicine for everyday health problems like colds, allergies, or high blood pressure. These medicines help us feel better, and some are...
Why women hesitate to call emergency services during heart attacks
A new study has found that women are less comfortable calling emergency services (000) when experiencing heart attack symptoms, which may contribute to worse outcomes compared...
High resolution ultrasound could diagnose prostate cancer faster
A new international study has shown that a new imaging method called micro-ultrasound (microUS) is just as effective as MRI in diagnosing prostate cancer—while...