Is Wegovy really a gamechanger for heart health? A consultant cardiologist gives his verdict
The weight-loss jab Wegovy has been hailed as an “absolute game-changer” after a new study showed that it relieved symptoms and improved the quality...
Statins can save cost and improve health in older people
A new study has found that statin medications, commonly used to prevent heart attacks and strokes, are both cost-effective and linked to better health...
Placebos can relieve chronic back pain even when people know it’s a placebo
A new study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that placebos can help relieve chronic back pain, even when patients know they are taking...
Can cholesterol-lowering drugs harm your kidney health?
Cholesterol is a fatty substance in your blood that helps your body function properly. While it's essential for building healthy cells, having too much...
Why can inflammation cause blood cancer?
In a recent study published in Nature Genetics, researchers at the Radcliffe Department of Medicine have discovered a new and more complex way that mutations...
Coffee or green tea: Which is better for your blood pressure and heart health?
Many people begin their day with a cup of coffee or green tea, each drink offering its own benefits. Coffee is often chosen for...
Scientists find a surprising link between this eye disease and Alzheimer’s
Glaucoma is often called a “silent thief” because it quietly damages the eye without causing early symptoms. It harms the optic nerve, a crucial...
Diabetes is linked to this strange shoulder problem
Have you ever heard of a "frozen shoulder"? It's a condition where your shoulder becomes so painful and stiff that it's difficult to move.
For...
Blood pressure changes could warn of future heart disease
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as it moves through your body. It's essential for keeping...
New weight loss pill helps shed 13% body weight in just 3 months
A new weight loss pill called amycretin has helped people lose up to 13% of their body weight in just three months, according to...