Blood pressure declines steadily before death in older people
It’s well known that blood pressure tends to rise from childhood into middle age, but scientists have long been uncertain about how it changes...
Study finds key factors related to brain aging
A recent study published in Nature Aging has identified 13 proteins in human blood that are linked to brain aging. These proteins could provide important clues...
Barley is a natural helper for lowering cholesterol
Barley, a grain often used in soups, bread, and cereals, has been recognized as a heart-friendly food that can help reduce cholesterol. Researchers have...
Half of people in the world carry the bacterium linked to stomach cancer
In 1982, Australian scientists Dr. Barry Marshall and Dr. Robin Warren discovered Helicobacter pylori, a spiral-shaped bacterium that thrives in the harsh acidic environment of...
Widely used cholesterol-lowering drugs could harm and kidney health
Statins are widely prescribed to lower high cholesterol, a key factor in preventing heart attacks and strokes.
Among these medications, rosuvastatin has become a popular...
New mom spent 3 weeks in a coma after massive stroke
After Erin Adelekun delivered her daughter Adenike, she went home with a mild headache. Her doctor wasn't worried, so she wasn't either. Erin took...
AI blood test can detect breast cancer early
A groundbreaking screening method combining laser technology and artificial intelligence (AI) has shown promise in detecting breast cancer at its earliest stage, according to...
Common causes of tinnitus you need to know
Tinnitus, often described as a ringing or buzzing in the ears, is a condition where people hear sounds that aren’t coming from an external...
What you need to know about alcohol-related liver disease
Alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD) is a global health problem because of the liver's critical role in breaking down alcohol. Drinking too much alcohol can...
This widely used drug could reduce heart attack risk effectively
Heart attacks have been the leading cause of death in the United States for over a century.
While most current treatments aim to break down...