These foods benefit heart and gut health for life after 50
As we age, taking care of our heart and gut becomes even more important. The heart pumps blood to keep us going, while the...
Diabetes drug metformin may help protect against common skin cancers
A recent study suggests that metformin, a widely prescribed medication for type 2 diabetes, may reduce the risk of developing certain types of skin...
Green tea may help prevent brain lesions in older adults
A study by researchers at Kanazawa University in Japan found that drinking green tea regularly may reduce certain types of brain damage in older...
Gout flares often go unreported in the U.S.
A recent study highlights a surprising issue for people living with gout in the United States: most gout flares are never reported to doctors....
Chronic kidney disease may increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease
A Canadian study has found a connection between poor kidney function and cognitive difficulties, including problems with reasoning, memory, and reaction time.
The research, led...
AI shows promise in detecting brain cancer spread
A new artificial intelligence (AI) model developed by an international team of researchers, including scientists from McGill University, offers a groundbreaking approach to detecting...
This treatment could reduce the need for insulin shots in type 2 diabetes
Diabetes affects over 37 million people in the United States, with most cases being type 2 diabetes. This condition, once more common in older...
Our eyes could reveal causes of high blood pressure, heart disease
Our eyes are not just tools for seeing; they might also provide insights into our heart health. A recent study by scientists from St....
How high blood pressure drugs affect your kidney health
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects millions of people worldwide and is a leading cause of heart disease, stroke, and other life-threatening conditions. For...
Why vitamin K is a new ally in the fight against diabetes
Diabetes is a global health challenge, affecting one in eleven people around the world. While much progress has been made in understanding and managing...