New drug combo for treating brain metastases in breast cancer
A study from the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center has found that combining a fatty acid inhibitor with chemotherapy could enhance treatment...
Herbal supplements for controlling type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a condition where the body struggles to regulate blood sugar levels effectively.
While traditional treatments like medication and lifestyle changes are...
Caffeine and high blood pressure: What you need to know
Many of us enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or a caffeinated soda in the afternoon to help us stay awake and...
Lower blood pressure number linked neuroticism, study finds
High blood pressure is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease, but it is also associated with psychological factors such as anxiety, depression, and...
All in the family: 3 generations take on the same defective heart valve
Around the time a cardiologist diagnosed Keri Mathew with a heart problem at age 4, her dad once again failed the physical required to...
A wearable device to prevent falls in older people
As we age, staying upright and maintaining good posture becomes more challenging due to a combination of weakening muscles, changes in vision, and alterations...
Why alcohol drinking is harmful to people with type 2 diabetes
Alcohol is a common part of many social gatherings and meals, but if you have type 2 diabetes, you might wonder how drinking alcohol...
The link between heart failure and diabetes: what you need to know
Heart failure and diabetes are two serious health conditions that often occur together.
Understanding the connection between these diseases can help improve treatment and prevention...
Stroke and brain cancer: Understanding the advances in treatment
Stroke and brain cancer are serious conditions that affect the brain, but they have different causes, symptoms, and treatments.
Knowing the differences and the latest...
Common causes of hypothyroidism explained
Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped gland in the neck, doesn't produce enough thyroid hormones.
These hormones play a crucial...