New injection could reduce back pain effectively
Back pain is a common problem that many people face, especially as they get older. One of the leading causes of this pain is...
Declining sense of smell may be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease
Our sense of smell is more than just a way to enjoy food or detect dangers like fire. It turns out that changes in...
Common blood pressure drug linked to gut disease, study finds
Diverticulosis is a condition where small pouches or bulges form in the lining of the intestine. It becomes more common as people get older...
Most Americans know little about lifesaving lung cancer screenings
A new survey conducted by the American Lung Association (ALA) highlights a troubling gap in awareness about early detection of lung cancer through annual...
Rare heart condition ended her marathon training. Now she aims to run even farther.
Hiba Jelahej was standing in her kitchen in Chandler, Arizona, last summer when everything around her started spinning. She blacked out and fell to...
Many older people take aspirin in a wrong way for their heart health
A recent study from Johns Hopkins University has found that many older Americans are still taking daily baby aspirin to prevent heart problems, even...
Compound in oranges could help fight obesity and diabetes
Scientists at Western University have made an intriguing discovery involving a molecule called nobiletin, which is found in sweet oranges and tangerines.
This natural compound...
Common heartburn drugs linked to increased kidney disease risk
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), including well-known brands like Prilosec, Nexium, and Prevacid, are some of the most commonly used medications worldwide.
These drugs are typically...
Can traditional blood pressure cuff give you the wrong information?
When you go to the doctor for a routine check-up, they often measure your blood pressure using a cuff around your arm.
They inflate it...
Alzheimer’s disease is most common in these areas in the U.S.
A recent study has revealed that Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that causes memory loss and cognitive decline, is most common in the eastern and...