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Engineers create GPS-like smart pills with AI to track health inside the body

Imagine finding your location without GPS. Now, think about tracking a pill inside your body. This has been a major challenge with "smart" pills—pills equipped...

This drug provides new hope for high blood pressure patients

High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects millions of people around the world and is a leading cause of heart disease and stroke. Finding effective treatments...

Study links regular use of constipation drug to higher dementia risk

A recent study by the Chinese Academy of Sciences has raised concerns over the long-term use of laxatives, commonly turned to as a last...

Scientists find surprising link between mouthwash and blood pressure

Have you ever thought that using mouthwash could affect more than just your oral health? It sounds almost like a myth, but recent research...

Recognizing the warning signs of heart strain

Angina pectoris, commonly known as angina, is a condition marked by severe chest pain due to reduced blood flow to the heart. This condition is...

New neuroimaging tools for dementia and Parkinson’s

Understanding brain diseases like dementia and Parkinson's has long been a challenge, but recent advancements in neuroimaging—the technique of visually capturing the brain's structure...

Common causes of inflammatory bowel disease

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) encompasses two main disorders: Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, both of which cause long-term inflammation of the digestive tract. While these...

How to spot drug-induced liver and kidney toxicity

Medications are designed to improve our health, but sometimes they can have unintended side effects. One of the serious complications that can arise from medication...

Diabetes and kidney disease prevention

Diabetes is a well-known risk factor for a variety of complications, including serious kidney problems. High blood sugar levels, if not managed properly, can damage...

Common causes of chronic liver disease

Chronic liver disease affects millions of people around the world, leading to significant health challenges. This review explores the most common causes of chronic liver...