XEC: What you need to know about the new COVID variant
A new COVID variant is spreading rapidly and could soon become the dominant variant around the globe.
The variant, called XEC, was first detected in...
Common snack could cause dangerous high blood pressure
Licorice is a small shrub commonly grown in Greece, Turkey, and parts of Asia.
Its roots have been used in both Eastern and Western medicine...
Scientists find a new cause of dementia
Dementia is a serious condition that affects millions of people worldwide, leading to significant declines in memory, thinking, and the ability to carry out...
This common blood pressure drug linked to heart failure in women
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Bologna has highlighted potential risks associated with beta-blockers, a commonly prescribed medication for managing...
Game-changing graphene coating could end antibiotic-resistant infections
Scientists have made a breakthrough in using graphene, a super-thin and strong material, to fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
This new development could have a significant impact...
How space travel weakens the heart: New research reveals alarming effects of low gravity
Scientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine have discovered that low gravity in space can weaken and disrupt the normal rhythm of heart muscle cells.
In a...
Why many older people want to stop taking statins for heart health
Statins are widely recognized as effective medications for lowering cholesterol and preventing heart disease. However, despite their proven benefits, these drugs have sparked considerable...
Common high blood pressure drug may harm bowel health
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a widespread health issue that affects about one in ten adults. If not managed properly, it...
How common drugs may affect your memory function
When you take medicine for everyday health issues like allergies or high blood pressure, you expect it to improve your well-being.
However, a study from...
This type of eating habit may lower diabetes and obesity risk
Time-restricted eating (TRE), a dietary approach where you consume regular meals within a specific time window while fasting for 12 to 14 hours—usually overnight—has...