Tiny blood fragments play a big role in heart disease
Scientists at New York University have made an important discovery about platelets—the tiny pieces of cells in our blood.
Most people know platelets as the...
These common meds may raise Risk of Parkinson’s disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a long-term condition that slowly affects the brain and nervous system.
It causes shaking, stiff muscles, and problems with balance and movement....
Popular blood pressure drug may raise risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A new study has raised concern about a common medicine used to treat high blood pressure.
The research shows that this medicine might increase the...
How high blood pressure harms your kidneys and heart
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called a “silent killer” because it usually has no obvious signs or symptoms. Even though...
Medical marijuana may increase risk of heart rhythm disorders
A new study from Gentofte University Hospital in Denmark has found that using medical marijuana to treat long-term pain might slightly raise the risk...
Common blood pressure drug may be linked to gut problems, study finds
High blood pressure is a health problem that affects millions of people around the world. About one in ten adults lives with this condition.
If...
Scientists find a new cause of autism
Autism is a condition that affects how a child grows and learns. It usually shows up early in life, and children with autism often...
Could eggs bring you cancer?
A new study from Harvard University suggests there may be a link between eating eggs and a higher risk of some types of cancer.
These...
Widely used heartburn meds can bring kidney disease risk
Proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, are common medicines used to treat heartburn, acid reflux, and GERD, which stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease.
These conditions happen...
Even a little walking may slow Alzheimer’s in older people
A new study offers hope for people at risk of Alzheimer’s disease: walking more each day—even just a little—might help slow the disease’s progress.
Researchers...