Dangerous warning signs of liver disease in older people to watch
Liver disease is a major health problem that can affect people at any age, but it can be especially difficult to recognize in older...
Scientists find blood pressure may begin falling decade before death
Blood pressure is one of the most important measurements doctors use to understand a person’s health. It shows how strongly blood pushes against the...
Using your smartphone on the toilet may raise hemorrhoid risk
Smartphones have become a normal part of everyday life. People use them almost everywhere, including while eating, walking, waiting in line, and even in...
Scientists discover new cause of chronic constipation
Chronic constipation is one of the most common digestive problems in the world. Millions of people struggle with it every day. It can cause...
AI can detect heart disease risk from breast scans
Heart disease is the number one cause of death for women around the world. Yet many women do not realize they are at risk...
Hidden brain cells may remove toxic proteins in Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most serious brain disorders affecting older adults. It slowly damages memory, thinking ability, and daily functioning. Over time,...
New ‘magic mushroom’ drug could treat depression without hallucinations
Psychedelic drugs have recently returned to the spotlight in medical research. Scientists around the world are studying whether substances once considered dangerous or purely...
Why gut inflammation can turn into colon cancer
Inflammatory bowel disease, often called IBD, is a long-term condition that causes ongoing inflammation in the digestive system. The two main types are Crohn’s...
Cannabis use may increase stroke risk
Stroke is one of the most serious health problems in the world. It happens when blood flow to the brain is suddenly blocked or...
Scientists find a cause of diabetic blindness—and a way to stop it early
Diabetes affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide, and one of its most feared complications is vision loss. High blood sugar over long periods...