Long-Term antidepressant use linked to more severe withdrawal symptoms
People who have taken antidepressants for more than two years are much more likely to experience withdrawal symptoms when they stop, according to a...
Tummy tuck patients keep losing weight for years after surgery
A new study shows that many people who undergo tummy tuck surgery, also known as abdominoplasty, continue to lose weight for years after the...
A new way to get vaccines — through your gums
Scientists have discovered a surprising new way to deliver vaccines: using dental floss to place them in the tiny space between the teeth and...
Early heart problems may be linked to brain shrinkage and dementia risk
People who start to show early signs of heart problems may also be experiencing early changes in their brain health, according to new research.
A...
Home air purifiers may help lower blood pressure, study finds
A new study suggests that using portable high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) purifiers at home can help lower blood pressure in people with higher-than-normal readings...
Insulin resistance may raise risk of common heart valve disease
A new study has revealed a surprising connection between insulin resistance and aortic stenosis (AS), the world’s most common heart valve disease.
This large population-based...
Chronic cannabis use linked to very high heart disease risk
A new UC San Francisco study has found that chronic cannabis use — whether smoked or consumed in edible form — is associated with...
This blood clot drug shows promise up to 24 hours after stroke
A new study presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2025 brings hope to stroke patients around the world.
Researchers found that the...
Can a common mineral reverse Alzheimer’s disease?
For years, scientists have been searching for the first spark that triggers Alzheimer’s disease, the most common cause of dementia.
They’ve also wondered why some...
Common painkillers may harm your blood pressure, heart, and kidney health
Painkillers are widely used to manage both acute and chronic pain, providing much-needed relief for many people.
However, recent research has highlighted potential health risks...