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How weight training can help manage diabetes

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body processes blood sugar (glucose). Managing diabetes involves more than just taking medications and monitoring...

New ways to treat high blood pressure you need to know

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a widespread health issue affecting millions of people worldwide. Traditional treatments often include lifestyle changes and medications, but scientists...

How to prevent inflammatory bowel disease

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a term used to describe conditions that cause chronic inflammation in the digestive tract, with Crohn's disease and ulcerative...

Research finds a big cause of deadly heart rhythm diseases

A recent study from Johns Hopkins and other institutions has uncovered a surprising factor behind the development of deadly heart rhythm disorders in patients...

Many type 2 diabetes patients overtest their blood sugar, study finds

Recent research from the University of Michigan has revealed that many people with type 2 diabetes are testing their blood sugar levels more frequently...

Many older Americans have a sudden and sharp rise in blood pressure

Over the past two decades, despite nationwide efforts to manage blood pressure, there has been a troubling rise in the number of older Americans...

Can red meat and dairy increase your cancer risk?

Recent research has highlighted the potential connection between diet and the risk of developing cancer. While various factors contribute to cancer, such as genetics,...

Alcohol can speed up Alzheimer’s disease, study finds

A study conducted by scientists at Wake Forest University has uncovered a troubling link between alcohol consumption and the faster development of Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer's,...

Scientists detect electric currents in the gut that attract harmful bacteria like salmonella

Researchers at UC Davis Health have uncovered a surprising new way that harmful bacteria like Salmonella find their way into the body: by following...

How GLP-1 weight loss drugs affect the liver

Drugs such as Ozempic, Rybelsus and Wegovy have made news for their abilities to treat diabetes and encourage weight loss. These drugs, called glucagon-like peptide-1...