New diabetes drug shows bigger weight loss and blood sugar benefits than Ozempic-like treatment
A new research review has found that a diabetes drug called Tirzepatide may work better than another well-known drug, Semaglutide, for lowering blood sugar...
New finding could lead to safer treatments for high blood pressure
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world. In the United States alone, more than 116 million adults...
Muscle-building steroids may trigger dangerous heart problems in young men
A new international study has raised serious concerns about the use of anabolic steroids and their effects on heart health, especially in young men.
Researchers...
The worst and best fats for people with high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. Millions of people live with the condition,...
A constipation drug may help treat chronic kidney disease
Chronic kidney disease, also known as CKD, is a major health problem that affects millions of people around the world. The kidneys play a...
Why millions of people with diabetes trust drug metformin
Metformin is one of the world’s most widely used medicines for type 2 diabetes. Doctors have prescribed it for decades, and for many people...
The hidden blood pressure number that could quietly damage your heart
When people talk about blood pressure, most attention usually goes to the top number in a blood pressure reading.
However, doctors say the bottom number...
A persistent cough could be a warning sign of heart failure
When people think about heart disease, they usually imagine symptoms like chest pain, tightness in the chest, or difficulty breathing. A cough is not...
Popular blood pressure drugs may affect the kidneys in unexpected ways
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world.
Millions of people live with it every day,...
Two common drugs may help treat early Alzheimer’s disease
Being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or mild cognitive impairment can be frightening and emotionally overwhelming. These conditions slowly damage memory, thinking, learning, and daily...