Common causes and prevention of heart valve disease
Heart valve disease occurs when one or more of the valves in the heart do not function properly, affecting the flow of blood through...
Can brain supplements increase Alzheimer’s risk?
Alzheimer's disease affects millions worldwide and progresses as it damages the brain, leading to memory loss and cognitive decline. It's often identified by two...
A simple dietary switch can benefit liver health
Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University's School of Medicine and Richmond VA Medical Center have found that just one meatless meal could significantly lower harmful...
Why anger could trigger a heart attack
Recent research shows that getting angry, even for just a short while, can have immediate negative effects on our heart health.
This study, released by...
How to manage type 2 diabetes in older people
Managing type 2 diabetes in elderly individuals presents unique challenges that require careful consideration.
As people age, their body's ability to manage blood sugar levels...
How to handle high blood pressure after menopause
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a significant health concern for postmenopausal women, bringing various risks and complications that can impact long-term health.
This article...
How smoking affects heart health
Smoking is widely known to be bad for health, but its impact on the heart is especially alarming. Smoking is one of the top...
How environment affects our kidney and liver health
Our kidneys and liver are essential organs, performing vital tasks that keep us healthy.
The kidneys filter waste from our blood, balance body fluids, and...
AI can detect un-recognised immune diseases via patient health records
Researchers from UCLA Health have developed a groundbreaking machine learning tool, PheNet, that could potentially revolutionize the diagnosis of rare diseases like common variable...
Why people need blood thinners after heart procedures
When someone has a procedure to open up blocked arteries in their heart, known as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), they often receive blood thinners.
These...