Chronic pain patients using opioids or cannabis hard to find doctors, study shows
Over the last ten years, the view on using opioids and cannabis for pain relief has shifted significantly. This shift has been shaped by...
Managing high blood pressure in patients with kidney disease
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common problem for people with kidney disease.
When blood pressure is too high, it can damage...
How heart health linked to your kidney health
Heart failure and kidney function are closely linked, and problems with one often lead to issues with the other. This relationship is sometimes referred...
Alzheimer’s risk higher if your mother had cognitive problems
The genetic risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease is more strongly influenced by the mother’s side than the father’s side, a recent study has discovered.
Alzheimer’s...
Common causes of cystic fibrosis people should know
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that mainly affects the lungs and digestive system, leading to severe respiratory and nutritional issues.
It's a condition...
Best time to use rapid tests for COVID-19, flu, and RSV
In many U.S. households, leftover COVID tests have become a common sight.
When symptoms of illness appear, questions naturally follow: When should I test? How...
Scientists find new cause of memory decline in older people
Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have made a groundbreaking discovery about why our brains might not stay as sharp as...
Why olives can be a promising natural treatment for obesity and diabetes
Recent research on elenolic acid, a natural compound found in olives, suggests it can lower blood sugar levels and promote weight loss.
This discovery could...
Time-restricted eating could manage type 2 diabetes
Time-restricted eating, which involves eating fewer meals at regular intervals and fasting for 12 to 14 hours (typically overnight), may help reduce the risk...
Research shows important causes of Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body dementia
Millions of people in the United States suffer from Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). These conditions are not just about movement issues...