Daily sugary drink linked to higher risk of liver disease and cancer
A new study has found that drinking sugar-sweetened beverages daily may significantly increase the risk of liver cancer and death from chronic liver disease.
Researchers...
Scientists discover a better first choice for high blood pressure treatment
High blood pressure is a common health issue, but choosing the right medication for treatment can be challenging. Doctors have five main types of medicines to...
These common drugs may affect your memory function
Many people take medications to manage common health conditions, but some drugs may have unexpected side effects. A recent study from the University of California,...
Why do so many people refuse cholesterol-lowering statins?
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming a life every 34 seconds, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
To...
What you need to know about safer pain medicine use
Everyone has experienced pain at some point, whether from a scraped knee, a sore tooth, or a minor injury. In most cases, the pain...
Research finds a much more effective way to manage high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition that increases the risk of heart disease, strokes, and other serious health problems. Doctors...
Loss of smell may signal early Alzheimer’s and dementia risk
Our sense of smell does more than help us enjoy food or detect dangers like smoke. Researchers from the University of Chicago Medicine have...
How marijuana use may strongly affect our DNA
Marijuana use is becoming more common as more states in the U.S. legalize it. Recent data shows that about 18% of Americans have tried marijuana at...
Certain blood pressure drugs linked to bowel diseases
Diverticulosis is a condition where small pouches or bulges develop in the walls of the intestine. It is more common in older adults and, in...
Shorter telomeres linked to higher risk of stroke, dementia, and depression
A new study suggests that people with shorter protective caps at the ends of their chromosomes, called telomeres, may have a higher risk of developing age-related...