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Viagra could help prevent dementia by improving brain blood flow, shows study

A groundbreaking study by the University of Oxford has revealed that sildenafil, commonly known as Viagra, can enhance blood flow to the brain and...

Extended Paxlovid course safe but ineffective for long COVID symptoms, shows study

A recent clinical trial by Stanford Medicine researchers has found that while a 15-day course of Paxlovid, an antiviral drug for COVID-19, is safe,...

Elephant seal outbreak highlights first global spread of bird flu in mammals

A new study has revealed that highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) is adapting to mammals in ways that could have serious global...

Common cause of headaches in high blood pressure

Many people believe that high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, directly causes headaches. However, understanding the relationship between the two is a bit...

Turmeric and vitamin D may help lower blood pressure in people with diabetes

Researchers at Urmia University of Medical Sciences have unveiled a promising finding: turmeric and vitamin D might significantly improve the management of type 2...

The power of cognitive rehabilitation in Alzheimer’s disease

Memory loss can be a distressing symptom, often associated with aging, brain injury, or disorders like Alzheimer’s disease. Cognitive rehabilitation, a type of therapy aimed...

Timely response leads to complete recovery for young stroke survivor

When a stroke occurs, the chance to fully recover decreases with each passing minute. Fewer than 15% of patients make it to a hospital in time...

Timing plays a key role in type 2 diabetes drug performance

Researchers at the University of Adelaide have made promising discoveries regarding metformin, a well-known medication for type 2 diabetes that has been widely used...

This skin disease is linked to higher heart disease risk

When you think of psoriasis, you probably imagine the visible skin symptoms—red, scaly patches that are not only uncomfortable but also affect a person's...

How to treat resistant high blood pressure effectively

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It's a major risk factor for heart disease...