This diabetes drug linked to lower dementia risk
Dementia is a broad term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life, affecting memory, thinking skills, and social...
The psychology of fighting chronic high blood pressure
Living with chronic hypertension is like sailing on a never-ending sea, where calm waters can suddenly turn turbulent without warning.
This condition, commonly known as...
Second-hand smoking can trigger heart rhythm disorders
Even a little exposure to secondhand smoke can significantly increase the risk of developing atrial fibrillation, a common and serious heart rhythm disorder.
This was...
Pros and cons of herbal supplements for high blood pressure
When it comes to managing high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, many people are turning to the natural world for answers.
Herbal supplements have...
Scientists find a new hope in Alzheimer’s treatment
In the ongoing battle against Alzheimer's disease, a promising new strategy has emerged from the labs at Washington University School of Medicine in St....
Research shows important cause of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is notoriously difficult to treat, with a survival rate that leaves much to be desired. It's a disease that has puzzled doctors...
People with this heart surgery better not take aspirin, study shows
When people have serious heart conditions, doctors often perform a special procedure called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) to open up clogged heart arteries. After...
How drinking coffee affects your kidney health
In an intriguing study by researchers from the University of Toronto among others, a light was shed on how our love for coffee, combined...
How eye tests can show your risk of dementia, diabetes, and more
When we think about eye tests, we usually associate them with checking our vision or getting a prescription for glasses.
But what if these tests...
Red onion skins are a surprising natural remedy for high blood pressure
In a recent and surprising discovery, scientists at the University of Bonn have found a potential natural solution for individuals battling high blood pressure,...