Cholesterol may play a key role in Parkinson’s disease
Scientists in China have discovered a cholesterol-related compound that may contribute to the development of Parkinson’s disease.
This compound, called 24-OHC, appears to help spread...
Cannabis smoking can cause cavities, severe tooth loss
It has been known for a long time that smoking cannabis can cause problems with the lungs, heart, and brain.
Now, new research shows that...
Blood thinners in older hearts: benefits outweigh the risks
New research from the University of Bath shows that for older patients with atrial fibrillation, stopping blood thinning medication can be far more dangerous...
Coughing could be a warning sign of heart failure
When people think of heart problems, they usually imagine chest pain or shortness of breath.
But a persistent cough can also be a sign of...
Common side effects of high blood pressure drugs
High blood pressure is a serious condition that affects millions of men, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.
Medications are essential...
Common blood pressure drug may increase risk of vision loss
A new study suggests that people taking a common type of blood pressure medication, known as Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs), may have a higher...
Chronic kidney disease strongly linked to stroke, study finds
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major health problem affecting millions of people worldwide.
Despite its widespread impact, doctors and scientists have struggled to fully...
A new way to lower cholesterol without statin side effects
Cholesterol is essential for many functions in the body, but too much of it, especially LDL cholesterol (often called “bad” cholesterol), can increase the...
Weight gain after breast cancer diagnosis linked to higher heart failure risk
Women newly diagnosed with invasive breast cancer (BC) face an increased risk of heart failure if they experience significant weight gain, according to a...
This blood pressure drug could help treat ADHD
A new study suggests that amlodipine, a common blood pressure medication, could be repurposed to help manage ADHD symptoms.
Researchers from the University of Surrey and other international institutions...