Adult children from divorced families have higher stroke risk, study finds
A recent study published in PLOS One reveals that older adults who experienced parental divorce during childhood are at a significantly higher risk of stroke later...
Scientists find new drug to treat both obesity and heart disease
Obesity is a major health issue in the United States, with over 40% of the population classified as obese, according to the U.S. Centers...
Thyroid hormone treatment strongly linked to heart disease death risk
Levothyroxine, a synthetic thyroid hormone, is one of the most prescribed medications in the United States, consistently ranking among the top three over the...
Common blood pressure drug may cause a “stiff heart”
Heart failure is a major health concern in the United States, contributing significantly to healthcare costs. It occurs when the heart struggles to meet...
Research shows the key cause of type 2 diabetes
Diabetes affects an estimated 415 million people worldwide, with type 2 diabetes (T2D) accounting for about 90% of these cases.
T2D develops when the pancreas...
Research shows a strong cause of memory loss in older people
A healthy brain depends on a healthy blood-brain barrier, a network of blood vessels that controls what substances can pass from the bloodstream into...
High dose of vitamin B3 linked to eye diseases
Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is a nutrient commonly used to manage high cholesterol. It is available in both prescription and over-the-counter forms...
This blood pressure drug is linked to skin cancer risk
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition that affects over a third of Australian adults aged 18 and older. If...
Nanotechnology in medicine: Treatments tailored just for you
Medicine is becoming more precise and personal, and nanotechnology is playing a big role in this transformation. By working with materials at the tiniest...
How lifestyle changes can prevent dementia after 50
Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and daily life. While it becomes more common as people age, it’s not an inevitable part...