Why blood pressure cuffs can give wrong readings
Blood pressure is one of the most common measurements in healthcare, yet the standard method used—cuff-based blood pressure readings—may not be as reliable as...
How one simple heart scan could save your life
A simple heart scan that checks for calcium buildup in the arteries might do more than just help doctors predict heart attacks.
It could also...
A simple blood test may predict lung cancer treatment outcomes
Researchers at the Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute have made an exciting discovery that could change how lung cancer is treated.
They found that a...
Too much antibiotics could trigger mood disorders and anxiety
Antibiotics are some of the most commonly used medicines in the world. They are very effective at treating bacterial infections and have saved countless...
How common inflammation drugs could affect your memory function
Steroids are common medicines used to treat inflammation from health problems like asthma, allergies, arthritis, and inflammatory bowel disease.
These drugs can be very helpful,...
Study finds a new way to lower blood pressure
High blood pressure is a major health problem around the world. It affects millions of people and increases the risk of heart disease, kidney...
A sweet sugar may be the key to stopping heart disease
Heart disease is one of the top causes of death around the world. In the United States, about one in every four deaths is...
A new way to starve prostate cancer and stop it from growing
Scientists from Indiana University School of Medicine have found a new way to fight prostate cancer. Their discovery may lead to better treatments for...
Red onion skin may help lower blood pressure
A new study from the University of Bonn has found that a natural compound from red onion skin might help lower blood pressure in...
Why smoking weed could be risky for people with high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a very common health problem around the world. It happens when the force of blood pressing against the walls of...