New discovery shows key cause of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a common brain disorder that affects movement and is most often linked with aging. It’s the second most common age-related...
Fast high blood pressure control key to stroke prevention in older people
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition, especially among older adults. It’s often called a “silent” issue because it usually...
Can vitamin C help in diabetes management?
Diabetes is a common condition where the body struggles to keep blood sugar levels balanced.
This is usually due to problems with insulin, a hormone...
Research finds best blood pressure target for older people
High blood pressure, or hypertension, happens when the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries is consistently too high.
Doctors measure this...
Scientists discover new pain relief method
A team of international researchers, including scientists from the University of Adelaide, has developed a new approach to pain relief using a well-known chemical...
Marijuana use linked to higher risk of death from high blood pressure
A study from Georgia State University has found that using marijuana could triple the risk of dying from high blood pressure. The study examined...
Study discovers new cause and treatment of gout
Scientists from the University of California San Diego have uncovered a new cause of gout that could lead to more effective ways to prevent...
Scientists find new early warning sign of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have found that high levels of an enzyme called PHGDH in the blood may serve as...
Major causes of high blood pressure everyone needs to know
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition that affects millions worldwide. It happens when the force of blood pushing against the walls of...
Genetic risk of blood cancer may also trigger autoimmune diseases
A recent study by researchers at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research has uncovered a connection between gene variants linked to leukemia and the...