Can’t sleep? Insomnia may speed up brain aging and dementia onset
Having trouble sleeping might do more than leave you tired the next day—it could also speed up brain aging.
A new study published in Neurology...
New eyedrop offers easier treatment of vision loss
A new kind of eyedrop has shown early success in delivering protective nutrients deep into the eye, which could lead to easier treatments for...
Predictable music phrases could help control blood pressure, study finds
Music has long been known to move us emotionally, but new research shows it may also help regulate our bodies.
A study presented at the...
Goodbye cuffs? New light technology could transform blood pressure monitoring
Imagine checking your blood pressure as easily as glancing at a smartwatch—without the squeeze of a cuff. That future may be closer than we...
COVID may age blood vessels by five years, especially in women
COVID-19 has left many people with lingering health problems, and new research suggests one of its hidden impacts may be on our blood vessels.
A...
Broccoli and kale may help regulate blood sugar levels, study finds
Eating more broccoli, kale, and other cruciferous vegetables could help regulate blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of serious health problems, according to...
New blood pressure drug may also protect kidneys, study finds
A new pill might help people with high blood pressure and kidney problems live healthier lives.
The pill, called baxdrostat, blocks a hormone named aldosterone....
Study explains big cause of common heart failure
A new theory called the Adipokine Hypothesis explains how a common type of heart failure may begin.
This type is called heart failure with preserved...
How to choose home blood pressure device that fits your arm best
About 1 in 3 Australian adults have hypertension, or high blood pressure.
High blood pressure is a leading contributor to preventable disability and early death...
Game-changer drug can treat high blood pressure and protect kidneys
A new drug called baxdrostat is showing remarkable promise for people living with treatment-resistant high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease.
Early studies suggest the...