AI can track Parkinson’s symptoms through video
A scientist at the University of Florida has created a new computer program that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help doctors understand and treat...
Long-term sleep medication use linked to dementia risk
Many people have trouble falling or staying asleep, a problem often called insomnia. To deal with it, some turn to sleep medications, either with...
Common cholesterol drug linked to higher kidney risks
A new study has found that a common cholesterol-lowering drug, rosuvastatin, might increase the risk of kidney problems.
The study was published in the Journal...
A simple plan to save millions from high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the main causes of heart disease and strokes. These serious health problems kill millions...
Study finds new cause of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous and difficult cancers to treat. One type, called pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), is especially aggressive.
It grows...
Licorice may raise blood pressure even in small amounts
Many people enjoy eating licorice for its sweet and unusual taste. But a new study from Linköping University in Sweden shows that even a...
Scientists find how to slow Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementia
Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) are serious brain conditions that affect millions of people in the U.S. These diseases cause problems with...
Study finds better treatment for heart
Heart disease, especially a type called coronary artery disease, is one of the leading causes of death around the world.
In the United States, about...
New imaging tech tracks blood clot before they strike
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a new way to monitor blood clotting in real time using a special microscope and artificial...
What you need to know about rehabilitation exercises after a stroke
Recovering from a stroke can be a long and challenging journey, but with the right rehabilitation exercises, many people can regain strength, movement, and...