Common painkiller may be dangerous for people taking blood pressure medicine
High blood pressure is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the world.
Millions of people take daily medicine to keep their blood...
Could eating more strawberries help prevent Alzheimer’s?
A new study from researchers at Rush University suggests that strawberries may do more than simply taste good.
Scientists found that compounds naturally found in...
Scientists discover early warning changes that may trigger pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is considered one of the deadliest forms of cancer in the world. One reason it is so dangerous is that it is...
The best time to take blood pressure medicine may surprise you
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the world.
It affects millions of people and is...
Study finds hidden cause of heart rhythm disorders
Heart rhythm disorders, also called arrhythmias, can be dangerous and sometimes deadly.
These conditions happen when the electrical system that controls the heartbeat stops working...
This simple blood pressure mistake could lead to a wrong diagnosis
Many people trust blood pressure readings as an important sign of their health.
Doctors use these numbers to decide whether a person may have high...
Common brain drugs may increase risk of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a serious brain disorder that slowly worsens over time. It mainly affects movement and can cause shaking, muscle stiffness, slow movement,...
Simple hospital changes may help older people recover faster and safer after surgery
A new study suggests that hospitals can greatly improve recovery for older adults after surgery by taking a few simple but targeted steps before...
Scientists turn everyday driving into a new tool for detecting early dementia risk
For many people, driving is something they do without much thought. But behind the wheel, the brain is constantly working.
Drivers must watch traffic, judge...
Simple mental health practices may help protect the heart
Heart disease remains one of the biggest health threats in the world. Millions of people die each year from heart attacks, strokes, heart failure,...