Could your blood pressure drugs cause vision loss slowly?
A recent scientific study has raised questions about whether a common type of blood pressure medicine could be linked to a higher risk of...
Why skin cancer risk is growing fast in these 15 Pennsylvania counties
A new study from Penn State has found that people who live near farmland in South Central Pennsylvania may have a higher risk of...
Holiday heart syndrome: What to know before you drink too much this season
Shopping. Traveling. Planning family gatherings. The stress of the holiday season can make you feel like you need to slip some spirits into your...
These symptoms after surgery can greatly increase death risk in older people
Older adults who develop new health problems like dehydration, confusion, or poor nutrition after major surgery are much more likely to face serious outcomes.
A...
Why social frailty might be the key to preventing dementia
When most people think about dementia, they think of memory problems or brain scans.
But according to Dr. Suraj Samtani, a clinical psychologist and researcher...
Study finds a new cause of metabolic diseases
Scientists at Cedars-Sinai have discovered that old and damaged blood vessel cells may be an important cause of metabolic disorders like diabetes.
Their new study,...
Amazonian scorpion venom can help treat breast cancer, study finds
Researchers from the University of São Paulo have discovered a molecule in the venom of the Amazonian scorpion Brotheas amazonicus that could offer a...
A new way to help CBD reach the brain and relieve pain safely
CBD products, including oils, creams, and lotions, have become very popular in recent years. Many people use them to try to relieve pain, reduce...
Tiny plastic particles may be silently damaging your heart
For decades, plastic has made modern life easier. It wraps our food, holds our drinks, and appears in countless everyday products.
However, as plastic breaks...
Could a common mood stabilizer help fight Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain condition that gets worse over time. It causes memory loss, confusion, and changes in behavior, and it can...