Scientists find important cause of high systolic blood pressure
High systolic blood pressure, commonly known as hypertension, is a widespread health issue that significantly increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other...
Scientists find major causes of Parkinson’s and dementia
Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that affects about one million people in the U.S. It happens when the brain loses cells that produce...
Vaccine for rash protection can prevent heart disease, stroke
Shingles, a painful skin condition caused by the same virus as chickenpox, is more than just an irritating rash. Recent research reveals it may...
Metformin for type 2 diabetes: the pros and cons you need to know
Metformin is a commonly prescribed medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes, a condition where the body struggles to manage blood sugar levels effectively....
Can vitamin B protect older people from dementia?
Dementia is a brain disease that affects memory, thinking, and behavior, primarily in older adults but sometimes in younger people too. While many know...
How high blood pressure affects your kidneys
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, doesn’t just strain your heart; it can also harm your kidneys. The connection between high blood pressure...
How to keep track of blood sugar at home
Monitoring your blood sugar at home is an important step in managing diabetes and staying healthy. Keeping an eye on your blood sugar levels...
How chronic inflammation fuels disease
Inflammation is your body’s way of protecting itself from harm, such as infections or injuries. When you cut your finger or catch a cold,...
Why this vegetable oil could help cancer spread
Scientists at IRB Barcelona have discovered a worrying link between a type of fat called palmitic acid, which is found in palm oil, and...
Common drugs linked to memory problems in older people
A recent study from the University of California, San Diego, has found a troubling link between certain commonly used medications and an increased risk...