Why some people still have high blood pressure even after treatment
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, happens when the force of blood pushing against your artery walls is too strong. Many people can control...
Study shows big cause of inflammation in type 2 diabetes
Scientists at the University of Kentucky have discovered something surprising about type 2 diabetes.
For many years, doctors believed that high blood sugar was the...
Daily marijuana use may raise risk of heart failure, large U.S. study finds
A new study from the U.S. has found that using marijuana every day may increase the risk of developing heart failure.
The research involved more...
Why chronic liver disease may increase high blood pressure
Chronic liver disease and high blood pressure are two serious health problems that often happen together.
Many people around the world are affected by them,...
Simple ways to cope with kidney disease and stay healthy
Being told you have kidney disease can feel scary. It may mean big changes in how you live and take care of your health.
But...
Feeling extremely tired could be a warning sign of early death in older adults
Many older people often feel very tired, even after doing simple things like going for a short walk or doing light chores.
While this may...
Study compares two common blood pressure drugs
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem that affects many people around the world.
If left untreated, it can lead to...
Study finds a big hidden cause of major cancers
Cancer is still one of the biggest health problems in the world. Every year, millions of people are diagnosed with cancer, and many lose...
Simple urine test could replace painful kidney biopsies for lupus patients
A simple urine test may soon change how doctors monitor kidney disease in people with lupus, potentially replacing painful and risky kidney biopsies.
Researchers led...
Popular weight loss drug protects heart health
A new study led by scientists from University College London has found that the popular anti-obesity drug semaglutide may protect the heart even if...