Widely used drugs linked to deadly heart disease in people with type 2 diabetes
When we discuss heart health for people with type 2 diabetes, the conversation often goes beyond the typical advice of improving diet and exercise.
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This drug shows promise in treating hand pain caused by osteoarthritis
If you or someone you know has ever experienced persistent hand pain, you know how much it can affect daily life. Simple tasks, like...
Blood pressure drugs may lower dementia risk in older people
A new study suggests that taking medications to manage high blood pressure, known as antihypertensives, could reduce the risk of dementia in older adults.
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Research shows a critical cause of gut inflammation
Imagine a bustling city right inside your stomach, a vibrant world made up of countless tiny beings. This city, known as the gut, is...
Research finds the root cause of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is a particularly deadly type of pancreatic cancer, often referred to as a "silent killer." With a five-year survival rate...
1 in 5 people take drugs that can raise blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a widespread and serious health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a leading contributor to...
Do you really need antibiotics? Curbing our use helps fight drug-resistant bacteria
Antibiotic resistance occurs when a microorganism changes and no longer responds to an antibiotic that was previously effective. It’s associated with poorer outcomes, a...
Is Wegovy really a gamechanger for heart health? A consultant cardiologist gives his verdict
The weight-loss jab Wegovy has been hailed as an “absolute game-changer” after a new study showed that it relieved symptoms and improved the quality...
Statins can save cost and improve health in older people
A new study has found that statin medications, commonly used to prevent heart attacks and strokes, are both cost-effective and linked to better health...
Placebos can relieve chronic back pain even when people know it’s a placebo
A new study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that placebos can help relieve chronic back pain, even when patients know they are taking...