New research makes diabetes and weight-loss drugs more effective
New research from the University of Michigan suggests that harnessing certain proteins in the brain could make popular diabetes and weight-loss drugs more effective...
Common causes and treatment of high blood fat levels
High levels of lipids, or fats, in the blood are a common health issue that can lead to serious conditions like heart disease and...
These drugs may increase risk of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that leads to movements you can't control, like shaking, stiffness, and trouble with balance and coordination.
Symptoms start slowly...
Scientists identify new type of memory loss in older adults
Researchers at the Mayo Clinic have discovered a new type of memory loss syndrome in older adults that affects the brain's limbic system.
This syndrome,...
How an anesthesia drug makes us unconscious
Anesthesia drugs are crucial for surgeries, allowing patients to be unconscious and pain-free.
However, scientists have long wondered exactly how these drugs work in the...
How a gene for obesity affects the brain
Obesity is a complex condition influenced by genetics, environment, behavior, and other factors.
While getting enough food was once a challenge, today it's often as...
Natural supplements for a healthy heart
Keeping your heart healthy is important for living a long and active life. Along with a balanced diet and regular exercise, certain natural supplements...
Common diabetes medications may harm heart health
In recent years, the number of people with type 2 diabetes has been steadily increasing, making it a significant public health concern.
Type 2 diabetes...
Combining blood pressure medication and ibuprofen may cause harms
Researchers from the University of Waterloo have discovered that people taking both a diuretic and a renin-angiotensin system (RSA) inhibitor for high blood pressure...
Can stroke increase your dementia risk?
Stroke and dementia are two serious health conditions that affect the brain, and research has shown that they are closely linked.
Understanding this connection can...