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Scientists find the key to successful cancer treatment

A team of researchers, led by the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity (Doherty Institute), explored the cellular and molecular interactions revealing how...

Eye exams help spot Alzheimer’s years before symptoms show

Scientists at The Jackson Laboratory in the U.S. have made a discovery that could change how doctors detect Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias in...

Common pain relievers may cause antibiotic resistance

Scientists from the University of South Australia have found that two of the world’s most commonly used painkillers—ibuprofen and acetaminophen (also called paracetamol)—could be...

New drug can treat hard-to-control high blood pressure

A new medicine called baxdrostat has shown promising results in helping people lower their blood pressure, even when other treatments haven’t worked. This news comes...

Low- and no-calorie sweeteners may cause memory loss, study finds

A new study has found that people who consume a lot of low- and no-calorie sweeteners—like those used in diet sodas, sugar-free gum, and...

Heartburn drugs may bring kidney risks: what you need to know

Proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, are some of the most common medicines used in the U.S. If you’ve ever taken drugs like Prilosec, Nexium, or...

Could this blood pressure pill raise the risk of sudden cardiac arrest?

A common drug used to treat high blood pressure, called nifedipine, may be riskier than many people thought. A new study from the European Sudden...

Why managing diabetes gets harder as we are older

Type 2 diabetes is a condition where the body has trouble controlling sugar levels in the blood. Many older adults have this condition, but managing...

Why lying down is the best position for checking blood pressure

Blood pressure is an important sign of your health. It’s usually measured while you’re sitting down. But new research shows that your blood pressure may...

New cholesterol drug protects heart in people who can’t take statins

Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in every cell in our bodies. While we need it to stay healthy, having too much cholesterol can be...