Weight gain after breast cancer diagnosis linked to higher heart failure risk
Women newly diagnosed with invasive breast cancer (BC) face an increased risk of heart failure if they experience significant weight gain, according to a...
This blood pressure drug could help treat ADHD
A new study suggests that amlodipine, a common blood pressure medication, could be repurposed to help manage ADHD symptoms.
Researchers from the University of Surrey and other international institutions...
These diseases significantly increase COVID-19 death risk
A large-scale study of over 58 million people in England has identified eight rare diseases that greatly increase the risk of death from COVID-19,...
Therapy combo show promise for bladder cancer treatment
A new study suggests that a combination of radiation therapy and immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) may offer a less invasive alternative to bladder removal...
The connection between heart health and dementia risk
Many people think of heart disease and dementia as separate conditions, but research has shown that they are closely linked.
The health of the heart...
What you should know about cholesterol drugs to stay healthy
Cholesterol is an important part of your body’s health, but too much of the wrong kind can lead to serious problems like heart disease...
Why weight loss surgery may prevent heart failure
A new study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) suggests that weight loss surgery can significantly improve heart health in people with...
Study finds lower heart risk in type 1 diabetes compared to type 2
A recent study has found that people with type 1 diabetes have a lower risk of heart-related problems compared to those with type 2...
Potassium-rich salt could be a game changer for high blood pressure
For years, health experts have warned about the dangers of eating too much salt. Too much sodium raises blood pressure, increasing the risk of...
Pros and cons of LASIK: Are the risks worth the cost?
Patients seek LASIK surgery for many reasons.
One is near universal: "to wake up in the morning and not reach for your glasses or spend...