How a microbe helps heal diabetic wounds
Keeping cuts and sores clean is essential, but new research from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania reveals that a...
A drug that can extend your life by 25%? Don’t hold your breath
Every few weeks or months, the media reports on a new study that tantalizingly dangles the possibility of a new drug to give us...
How to treat arthritis effectively
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. It can make everyday activities challenging and affect the quality of...
Eating right to prevent Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a condition that affects the brain, leading to memory loss and cognitive decline. While there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, research...
Cognitive impairments persist long after mild COVID-19 infection
Memory loss and attention deficit are common complaints among people who have survived severe COVID-19.
However, these cognitive impairments have also been observed in individuals...
After 3 life-threatening heart events, his family keeps him moving to avoid another
Inside a frame in Roberta and Andre Moore's den in Pasadena, California, are medals – the kind attached to wide striped ribbons that hang...
New treatment offers hope for controlling high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a growing problem worldwide, and it's challenging to manage. While changes in diet, lifestyle, and medication are common treatments, many...
New injection may effectively reduce back pain
Back pain is a common issue that affects many adults every day. A major cause of this pain is a condition called degenerative disk...
Ibuprofen has unexpected effects on liver health
Ibuprofen, a widely used over-the-counter painkiller, is part of a drug group called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These drugs are commonly used to treat...
Do you measure blood pressure correctly?
You know how doctors measure blood pressure, right? They strap a cuff around your arm, inflate it until it’s tight, then slowly release the...