Can common blood pressure drugs prevent second heart attack?
After a heart attack, most patients are given beta blockers. These drugs help lower the risk of more heart problems by slowing the heart...
Can eating these diets help prevent dementia?
A new study from RUSH University in Chicago is giving people hope that what we eat might help protect our brains as we grow...
This blood pressure number could show hidden dementia risks
Imagine going to the doctor and getting your blood pressure checked. You know, the machine that squeezes your arm and then shows two numbers?
Most...
What’s the best blood pressure for older people?
High blood pressure is a serious health issue, especially for older people. Many seniors and their doctors have wondered what the ideal blood pressure...
New antibody therapy shows promise for polycystic kidney disease
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder where clusters of fluid-filled sacs called cysts grow inside the kidneys.
These cysts slowly get bigger and...
A simple scan could prevent three times as many lung cancer deaths
Lung cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer in the world. In the United States, it remains the leading cause of cancer-related...
Tiny pill could change how we detect gut diseases
For many people, the word “colonoscopy” brings feelings of fear, embarrassment, and discomfort.
Although it is one of the best tools doctors have to diagnose...
New patch significantly improves heart attack recovery
A team of researchers at Texas A&M University has developed a tiny patch that could help the heart heal after a heart attack.
Led by...
Why popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs cause nausea easily
New research is shedding light on how weight-loss and diabetes medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro affect not only appetite but also the brain.
These...
How heart and lifestyle choices could shape your dementia risk
Many people fear dementia, especially if they have seen a loved one struggle with memory loss and confusion.
When a parent or sibling develops Alzheimer’s...