Can Alzheimer’s really be reversed, as a new documentary claims?
Two people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s claim to have conquered the disease through simple lifestyle changes.
Dementia and Alzheimer’s have been the leading killers in the...
Balancing diabetes and blood pressure for better health
Diabetes and high blood pressure often go hand in hand, and together, they can significantly increase the risk of serious health problems like heart...
Peripheral artery disease strongly linked to limb amputations
The PAD Collaborative has launched an online heat map to raise awareness of the risk of non-traumatic lower limb amputations, a serious complication of...
Lowering this blood pressure number can prevent heart disease in type 2 diabetes
A new study presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024 reveals that intensive treatment to lower systolic blood pressure significantly reduces the...
How to prevent diabetic neuropathy effectively
Diabetic neuropathy is a common and serious complication of diabetes that affects the nerves, often in the hands, feet, and legs. It can cause...
How to exercise to delay dementia
Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and daily functioning. While there is no cure, research shows that engaging in cognitive exercises can...
Recognizing the warning signs of heart artery blockages
Coronary artery disease (CAD) happens when the blood vessels supplying the heart become damaged or blocked, often due to cholesterol buildup (plaque) and inflammation....
Two widely used blood pressure medications: Which is safer?
For nearly two decades, researchers at Columbia University followed the health outcomes of more than 730,000 people being treated for high blood pressure. Their...
Vitamin D may play a role in inflammatory bowel disease
A recent study published in the journal Medicine has found a possible connection between low vitamin D levels and increased inflammation in patients with inflammatory bowel...
Why many people stop taking cholesterol-lowering drugs
Statins, widely prescribed to lower cholesterol and prevent cardiovascular disease, are often hailed for their effectiveness. Yet, they remain a polarizing topic, especially on...