This affordable drug could prevent heart attack early and effectively, study finds
Heart attacks have long been the leading cause of death in the United States. For many years, most treatments have focused on breaking down...
Research uncovers a hidden cause of high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects over 1.5 billion people worldwide and is a leading cause of heart disease and stroke. Understanding what causes...
Common symptoms and treatment of peripheral artery disease (PAD)
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common condition where the arteries that carry blood to the limbs, usually the legs, become narrowed.
This happens because...
Scientists discover protein that could lead to better treatments for premature aging disease
A recent discovery by researchers at the University of Maryland offers hope for new treatments for Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS), a rare genetic disease...
Scientists find key genes that drive muscle aging
Scientists have identified new genes that may play a key role in how muscles age, potentially leading to new treatments that could slow down...
Older adults struggle to trust AI in health information
While most people over 50 turn to the internet for health information, a recent poll shows that 74% of them do not trust health...
Warning signs of heart trouble you shouldn’t ignore
The heart is a crucial organ, acting like the engine of the human body by constantly pumping blood to keep us alive. However, just...
Scientists find the right blood pressure target for people over 60
Managing blood pressure becomes more important as people age, especially for those over 60.
Blood pressure is the force of blood moving through your arteries....
Stopping colds, flu and infectious diseases is her job – as a scientist and...
Dr. Zerelda Esquer Garrigos was in medical school when she became fascinated by a 1926 book about the discovery of microbes.
"I was captivated by...
MRI combined with AI can detect brain disorders more effectively
There is a growing interest in combining artificial intelligence (AI) with medical imaging to improve how doctors diagnose and monitor brain diseases.
One exciting area...