High blood pressure number isn’t always as dangerous as you think
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, has long been called the “silent killer.” This is because it often has no clear symptoms, yet...
Too much coffee may double heart death risk in people with high blood pressure,...
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many people rely on it to feel more awake and focused during the...
Alcohol can raise colon cancer risk, while calcium and whole foods may prevent it
Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world today. It affects the large intestine and rectum and can develop slowly...
Common blood pressure drug linked to higher heart failure risk in women
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world. It increases the risk of serious conditions such as heart...
Why gut problems continue even after inflammation ends
Inflammatory bowel disease, often called IBD, is a long-term condition that causes inflammation in the digestive system. It includes diseases such as Crohn’s disease...
New gene treatment helps restore hearing
Hearing is something many people take for granted, but for those born with deafness, everyday sounds like voices, music, and traffic may never be...
Why poor sleep in your 20s could lead to diabetes later—even without weight gain
Most people think that gaining weight is the main reason why mental health problems like depression can lead to diseases such as diabetes.
A new...
AI can predict breast cancer treatment benefits effectively
Choosing whether to use chemotherapy after breast cancer surgery is one of the hardest decisions patients and doctors face.
Chemotherapy can save lives, but it...
The long-awaited insulin pill may be closer than ever, study suggests
For more than a century, scientists have been trying to turn insulin into a pill. Since insulin was first discovered in the early 1920s,...
Doctors finally find the cause of heart attacks without blocked arteries
When people think about a heart attack, they usually imagine blocked arteries. This is the most common cause, where fatty deposits build up and...