Going to bed at the same time may help lower blood pressure
A new study from the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences suggests that something as simple as going to bed at the same time...
Daily orange juice may change genes related to heart health
A small new study suggests that drinking orange juice every day may change the way your genes behave—especially those linked to heart health and...
Heartburn meds may harm your kidneys, new study finds
Proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, are common medicines used to treat heartburn and acid reflux. If you’ve taken drugs like Prilosec, Nexium, or Prevacid,...
Common thyroid drug may raise heart risk, study shows
Levothyroxine is a very common medicine used to treat thyroid problems, especially a condition called hypothyroidism.
This condition happens when the thyroid gland does not...
Why your blood pressure reading in doctor’s clinic might be wrong
Have you ever gone to the doctor and felt surprised by your blood pressure reading? If it seemed too high or too low, you’re...
Heavy drinking can damage your brain function for many years
A new study from Johns Hopkins University has shown that drinking too much alcohol over a long time can cause lasting damage to the...
Tiny tumors in glands could be the key to curing high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common and serious condition. It happens when the force of blood against artery walls is too strong.
If...
Common blood pressure drug may not be the best first choice, study finds
A new study from Columbia University has found that one of the most common drugs used to treat high blood pressure—called ACE inhibitors—might not...
Hidden signs of kidney failure in older people
Kidney failure, also known as end-stage kidney disease, happens when the kidneys stop working properly. Their main job is to remove waste and extra...
New diabetes drug dose helps people lose more weight and control blood sugar
Diabetes is a long-term health condition where the body can’t control the amount of sugar in the blood properly.
This can lead to serious health...