Cold homes may raise heart disease risk, study shows
A large study in Japan has found that the type of home older adults live in could affect their risk of dying from heart-related...
Even a little of this snack can raise your blood pressure, study finds
Many people love the unique taste of licorice, but new research from Linköping University in Sweden shows that even small amounts of it can...
How room temperature could affect your dementia risk
As the planet gets warmer, scientists are learning that climate change doesn’t just harm our physical health. It can also affect how well our...
Why many older people want to stop using cholesterol-drug statins
Statins are popular medicines that help lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Doctors often prescribe them because they’ve been proven to work...
Common painkiller may raise heart risk in people with high blood pressure
Paracetamol is a medicine that many people take for pain relief.
It’s often thought to be safer than other painkillers like ibuprofen, especially for people...
Hidden warning signs of pancreatic cancer you need to know
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most deadly types of cancer because it often grows quietly without clear symptoms.
The pancreas is a small organ...
New pill could fight type 2 diabetes and obesity without common side effects
A team of scientists in Sweden has found a new drug that may help people with type 2 diabetes and obesity.
This drug could lower...
Breathe your way to lower blood pressure, says study
A new study has found that a simple breathing exercise may be just as effective at lowering blood pressure as medicine or regular exercise.
The...
Study finds major cause of weakness in older people
As people get older, they often notice they’re not as strong as they once were. Tasks that used to be easy—like lifting a box,...
Why common blood pressure drug may cause gut disease
Diverticulosis is a condition where small bulges or pouches form in the wall of the intestines. It often happens as people get older.
Many people...