New test can spot a top cause of dementia before symptoms appear
Scientists in Sweden have made a major discovery that could change how we find and treat Lewy body disease, one of the top causes...
Common blood pressure drugs may harm bowel health, study finds
High blood pressure is a common health problem around the world. About one out of every ten adults has it.
If it’s not treated, it...
Scientists discover genetic ‘switch’ that powers pancreatic cancer
Researchers at the Salk Institute have made a major discovery about pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest types of cancer.
They found a special part...
The order of health problems may affect how long you live
Do you know someone who has more than one long-term health issue, like diabetes, heart disease, or mental health problems?
A new study from the...
A common blood pressure pill might help you live longer
Rilmenidine is a medicine that many doctors prescribe to help lower high blood pressure. But new research shows this drug may have a surprising...
A diabetes drug that could help millions with heart failure
Heart failure is a serious condition that affects over 64 million people around the world. Imagine your heart as a pump that sends blood...
Could common blood pressure drugs raise vision loss risk?
A new study suggests that people taking a common type of blood pressure medicine, called Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs), may have a higher risk...
A new hope in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious condition that mostly affects older people. It is the most common form of dementia and causes memory loss, thinking...
Are your cholesterol pills helping or harming you?
Cholesterol is a kind of fat that moves through our blood. Our bodies need some cholesterol to stay healthy. It helps build cells and...
How low should your blood pressure be after 60?
High blood pressure is a common issue for many older adults. But there’s often confusion about what the ideal blood pressure level should be....