Smoking is linked to chronic kidney disease, study finds
A recent study published in Health Data Science has explored the connection between smoking and chronic kidney disease (CKD), offering new insights into this complex relationship.
The...
Peripheral artery disease – the biggest killer you’ve probably never heard of
Imagine putting your socks on one morning and noticing your big toe, which has been painful for a few weeks, has started turning black....
First-of-its-kind blood test for head and neck cancer
A Michigan Medicine lab has begun providing a first-of-its-kind new cancer test.
Developed at the University of Michigan, MyHPVscore is a highly accurate blood test that can...
This common virus could cause Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have discovered an unexpected connection between Alzheimer’s disease and herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1), a virus that causes cold...
5 foods proven to lower blood pressure for adults over 50
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health concern for adults over 50. It increases the risk of heart disease, stroke,...
At 31, she had a heart attack while cycling in the Rocky Mountains
For Carrie Lehtonen and two friends, a 60-mile bicycle ride in the Colorado Rockies was all in a day's fun. Sure, there would be...
Feeling forgetful? 7 ways to boost your memory at any age
We all forget things sometimes—whether it’s where we left our keys or someone’s name. While occasional forgetfulness is normal, especially as we age, there...
When a cough could signal heart failure
When people think about heart problems, they often imagine symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath. However, a persistent cough can also be...
This study challenges conventional blood pressure guidelines
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a global health issue and a leading cause of heart disease and other serious health problems.
Traditionally, doctors have...
Scientists find a new hope for treating pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the hardest types of cancer to treat. Among its different forms, pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is the most common...