Age should matter more in prostate cancer treatment, study finds
When doctors create a treatment plan for prostate cancer, they typically consider factors like tumor type, spread, and overall health.
But a new study suggests...
Can some people safely stop blood thinners after heart rhythm treatment?
A new international study suggests that people who undergo a minimally invasive heart procedure to treat an irregular heartbeat, called catheter ablation, may not...
These brain cells could stop Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, slowly robbing millions of people around the world of their memory and independence.
For decades, scientists...
Gentle ultrasound could help the brain heal itself after stroke
A new study has found that gentle, low-intensity ultrasound waves can help the brain clear away harmful waste after a stroke.
The research, published in...
Type 2 diabetes strongly linked to hearing loss, study finds
As the United States marks American Diabetes Month this November, new research has revealed a serious but often overlooked complication of type 2 diabetes—hearing...
Triglyceride-lowering drug strongly reduces risk of acute pancreatitis
A new study from researchers at Mass General Brigham offers hope for people living with severely high triglyceride levels—a condition that can lead to...
Common blood pressure drugs unnecessary for most heart attack survivors, study finds
For decades, beta-blockers have been a standard treatment for people recovering from a heart attack.
But new research suggests that most patients with normal heart...
Zero-cost, AI-driven test can detect Alzheimer’s much faster
A groundbreaking new study shows that artificial intelligence can help detect Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias early—without adding any extra work for doctors or...
How you cook potatoes could affect your blood pressure, study finds
Scientists from Imperial College London have discovered that the way potatoes are cooked plays a key role in how they affect blood pressure.
While potatoes...
Throat problems may increase high blood pressure risk
A new study from the University of Southampton has revealed a surprising connection between throat problems and blood pressure.
The research, published in the medical...