Injectables for high blood pressure are in the works. Could they mean no more...
About one-third of adults have high blood pressure. Two-thirds of these have uncontrolled high blood pressure.
A key driver of poor blood pressure control is...
Hormone therapy for breast cancer may lower dementia risk
A recent study suggests that hormone therapy for treating breast cancer could lower the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and similar dementias.
This research, one...
How to manage heart rhythm disorders with common medicines
Arrhythmias are irregular heartbeats that can make your heart beat too fast, too slow, or in an irregular pattern. These irregular heartbeats can be...
Common causes of pituitary tumors explained
Pituitary tumors are abnormal growths that develop in the pituitary gland, a small organ located at the base of the brain. This gland plays...
This blood pressure number may strongly affect your emotional health
High blood pressure isn't just a number your doctor checks; it’s closely tied to heart problems and may also affect your emotions and personality.
Researchers...
Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s research could enhance drug effectiveness
A major discovery by Australian scientists could improve how well drugs work for treating Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia and...
What causes metabolic syndrome?
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.
These conditions include high...
How to manage arthritis with diet
Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints.
While there's no cure for arthritis, certain dietary choices can help...
Scientists find a key lifestyle factor linked to cognitive decline
A study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) has found that smoking might significantly impact how quickly our cognitive skills decline as...
Running gave him purpose after learning of inherited heart condition
At 11, Tom Sutch was playing street hockey when he saw his dad heading out for a work trip.
Tom waved goodbye as Kevin Sutch...