Man develops yellow bumps on skin after extreme meat-only diet
A group of doctors recently reported a case where a man developed yellowish lumps on his hands, feet, and elbows after following an extreme...
Heart disease drug could fight deadly ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer is the deadliest form of gynecologic cancer worldwide, with more than 300,000 new cases and 200,000 deaths each year. One of the...
Eating processed red meat linked to higher dementia risk
A new study suggests that eating processed red meat, such as bacon, hot dogs, and sausages, may increase the risk of developing dementia. Researchers...
This four-in-one pill could help control high blood pressure more effectively
High blood pressure is one of the world’s leading causes of death, yet many people struggle to keep it under control. A new study...
Research shows a significant cause of memory loss in older people
Scientists from the University of Washington have discovered that maintaining a healthy brain as you age depends on keeping a key defense system strong—the...
Scientists find better treatment for deadly pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous types of cancer, and a specific form called pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is the most common...
This diabetes drug may increase heart failure risk
A recent study from Yale School of Public Health and other institutions has found that the diabetes drug rosiglitazone is linked to a higher risk of heart problems, particularly heart...
Medical marijuana for pain may increase heart rhythm problems
A new study from Gentofte University Hospital suggests that people who use medical marijuana for chronic pain might have a slightly higher risk of...
Common blood pressure drugs may help reduce liver inflammation
When the liver is damaged for a long time, it develops scars in the tissue, a condition known as fibrosis. Over time, this can lead to portal hypertension,...
Western diets increase risks of cancer and gut inflammation
A global review of dietary patterns has revealed how what we eat profoundly affects our gut health, influencing the risk of diseases like inflammatory...