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It is better to measure blood pressure lying down, study finds

If you've ever been to a doctor’s office, you probably had your blood pressure checked while sitting down. However, new research suggests that laying flat...

Heart disease in women is not like heart disease in men 

Over the past 10 years, heart disease in women—especially young women—has been increasing. More women than men die of heart disease every year. Yet identification...

Research finds new health risks of common diabetes drugs

Recent research from scientists at Northwestern University has brought to light serious concerns about the safety of two widely prescribed drugs for managing type...

Cadmium exposure may cause memory problems, study shows

Cadmium is a toxic heavy metal found in the air, water, food, and soil, and it’s known to cause various health problems. A recent study...

These common pain relief drugs may cause chronic pain, study finds

A recent study by scientists at McGill University has raised concerns about the common use of anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids to relieve pain. For decades,...

Common blood pressure drug strongly linked to deadly heart disease

Sudden cardiac arrest is a serious and unexpected event where the heart suddenly stops pumping blood effectively. This can cause a person to lose...

How common kidney disease could cause heart problems

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious condition that affects how well the kidneys work. Our kidneys have an important job: they filter out...

Common sugary drinks may increase your risk of cancer

A recent study suggests that even drinking small amounts of sugary beverages every day may increase the risk of developing cancer. Sugary drinks include...

Newly found gene could hold the key to longevity

Living a long, healthy life is a goal for many, and there are plenty of tips out there, like getting enough sleep, fasting, exercising,...

Insulin and metformin combo speeds up healing for diabetic foot ulcers

People suffering from chronic diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) may soon have a new treatment option to help heal their wounds faster. A recent study by...