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Colon cancer is leading cancer killer for Americans under 50

Colon cancer is now the number one cause of cancer deaths in Americans under age 50, taking that position seven years earlier than experts...

10 heart-healthy foods that help lower high blood pressure

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem. It can lead to serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. One...

This plant oil fat may trigger spread of cancer

Scientists at IRB Barcelona have found that a type of fat found in palm oil could make cancer more likely to spread in the...

This blood pressure drug may help you live longer

Scientists at the University of Liverpool have made an exciting discovery. They found that a drug called rilmenidine, which is commonly used to treat...

Which drugs work best for chronic nerve pain?

More than 20 million people in the United States suffer from neuropathic pain, which happens when nerves are damaged or don’t work properly. For about...

Widely used heartburn drugs may harm kidney health

Many people take medications to manage heartburn, acid reflux, or GERD, which can make daily life uncomfortable. One group of drugs, called proton pump inhibitors...

A natural cure for high blood pressure

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious condition that affects millions of people around the world. It increases the risk of...

This health issue may signal early pancreatic cancer

Scientists at Boston Medical Center have made a surprising discovery that may help doctors find pancreatic cancer earlier. They found a strong link between gallstones...

Dizziness may be a hidden warning sign of migraine headaches

Feeling dizzy or experiencing vertigo might seem like a small problem, but new research from Peking University shows it could be an early sign...

Common blood pressure drug may increase heart failure risk

A new study from the University of Bologna in Italy has found that a common medicine used to treat high blood pressure may increase...