Diabetes and thirst: What is the connection?
Imagine feeling thirsty all the time – no matter how much water you drink, your mouth still feels like a desert.
This relentless thirst is...
Aspirin may increase anemia risks in older people
A fresh examination of the ASPREE (ASPirin in Reducing Events in the Elderly) trial, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, brings to light...
How aging and obesity set the stage for Alzheimer’s
In the tapestry of human health, aging and obesity are two threads that have long been intertwined with various medical conditions.
Recently, a growing body...
Green tea is a gentle way to manage high blood pressure
Green tea, with its deep roots in traditional medicine, has sailed across centuries to emerge as a beacon of health in the modern wellness...
ADHD medication may increase heart disease risk
A recent study unveiled at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session has shed light on a concern for young adults using stimulant...
What are the early signs of dementia, and how does it differ from normal...
Forgetting names and misplacing items happen to us all, more so as we age.
But when should you be concerned that these small acts of...
This salt alternative could help reduce blood pressure. So why are so few people...
One in three Australian adults has high blood pressure (hypertension). Excess salt (sodium) increases the risk of high blood pressure so everyone with hypertension...
How long does immunity last after a COVID infection?
Nearly four years into the pandemic, Australia, like many other countries, is still seeing large numbers of COVID cases. Some 860,221 infections were recorded...
Common signs of benign kidney tumors
When we think about tumors, the first word that comes to mind is often cancer. However, not all tumors are cancerous.
Benign tumors, including those...
How jobs impact men’s and women’s heart health
The connection between our jobs and our health might be more significant than we often realize.
While it's well-known that our work can affect our...