FDA-approved drug may also help prevent liver cancer
Fatty liver disease is becoming increasingly common around the world, especially as more people develop conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.
While many...
Hormone therapy and dementia risk: What a new study says about menopause treatment
Hormone therapy is widely used to treat menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats.
But scientists have long debated whether it affects dementia...
How moving your body can help lower your cancer risk
Getting started with exercise can feel difficult, especially when life is busy or energy is low.
But even small amounts of physical activity can make...
Study finds new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common causes of memory loss and cognitive decline in older adults. It slowly damages the brain, making...
Blood pressure fluctuation shows hidden heart risks
Blood pressure is a simple but important way to understand how your heart and blood vessels are working. It measures how strongly your blood...
This skin problem is linked to serious heart diseases
A new study has found that psoriasis, a common skin condition, may be linked to a higher risk of several serious heart diseases. This...
Heart suddenly racing? simple ways to calm palpitations fast
Many people have felt their heart suddenly beat very fast, skip a beat, or flutter for a few seconds. This feeling is called heart...
Which blood pressure number matters more? It may depend on your age
Blood pressure is one of the most important signs of heart health, yet many people do not fully understand what the numbers mean. When...
A breakthrough cream may treat shingles and herpes more effectively
Scientists at the University of Georgia have developed a new molecule that may offer fresh hope to people suffering from shingles and herpes.
These conditions...
Study finds exercise alone may not boost memory in older people
Many people believe that staying physically active and keeping the heart healthy will also protect the brain.
This idea makes sense because the brain depends...