Can weight loss surgery reduce your cancer risks?
Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, is a significant medical intervention aimed at helping individuals with severe obesity lose weight. This type...
Common causes of heart disease in younger adults
Heart disease is often thought of as a problem that only affects older individuals, but recent trends show that more young adults are being...
Traditional Chinese plant shows healing powers in kidney stone treatment
In the Dai minority region of China, a plant called Hei Gai Guan has been traditionally used to treat urinary issues like infections and...
AI may help doctors spot heart rhythm diseases earlier
A new study from the Smidt Heart Institute, in collaboration with Cedars-Sinai colleagues, introduces a new artificial intelligence (AI) program capable of detecting atrial...
Study shows an overlooked major cause of high blood pressure
High blood pressure, affecting over 1.5 billion people globally, is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke, and identifying its causes is...
Research reverses Alzheimer’s plaque formation in the brain
Alzheimer’s disease, a debilitating neurodegenerative condition that impacts millions globally, might soon be better managed thanks to new research out of Fudan University in...
Many older people suffer from blood pressure hospitalizations, study finds
In the past twenty years, despite efforts across the country to manage blood pressure, there has been a significant increase in the number of...
Aspirin can reduce liver fat, study finds
A recent clinical trial conducted by researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital and published in JAMA offers new hope in the fight against metabolic dysfunction-associated...
Why diabetes causes foot problems
Diabetes is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide and can lead to a variety of health issues, including serious foot problems.
Many people...
The role of sleep in preventing heart disease
A good night’s sleep is more than just a way to feel rested and rejuvenated. Research shows it’s also critical for heart health.
In this...