Why some colon cancers resist treatment
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the deadliest cancers worldwide, and one of the biggest challenges in treating it is therapy resistance.
Many patients undergo chemotherapy, but...
New treatment could cure hidden cause of high blood pressure
Doctors in the UK have developed a new, simple, and minimally invasive treatment that could revolutionize how a common but often overlooked cause of...
New risk score could help doctors identify heart disease earlier
Researchers at Emory University have developed a new way to measure how stress affects the heart, which could help doctors diagnose and treat heart...
Hidden body fat signals Alzheimer’s disease 20 years before symptoms appear
New research suggests that a specific type of body fat, called visceral fat, may play a key role in the early buildup of harmful proteins...
Daily cannabis use causes severe vomiting and pain, study finds
A new study from George Washington University highlights the significant health burden of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), a condition that affects long-term, frequent cannabis users. People with CHS experience severe nausea,...
Common mouth bacteria strongly affect your brain health
Recent research shows that the tiny organisms living in our mouths may play an important role in how our brains work as we get...
This common blood pressure drug may have unexpected health risks
Doctors often prescribe medications to help people with high blood pressure, but researchers have found that one commonly used pill might cause unexpected problems.
The...
Research finds a new way to treat chronic back pain
Many people have experienced that sudden sharp pain in their back after bending over or making a wrong move. For some, what starts as...
Scientists find surprising cause of blood vessel plaque buildup
Heart disease, especially coronary artery disease (CAD), is a major global health concern, responsible for 25% of deaths in the United States. Understanding its causes and...
Flu shot could help prevent stroke in older people
Strokes are a serious health issue that can cause lasting damage. They happen when blood flow to the brain is blocked, similar to a...