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Is it COVID, flu, or allergies? How to protect yourself and loved ones this...

Flu season is here once again. And many questions have formed over the last couple of years about how you can stay safe from both...

Scientists find new causes of cognitive decline

A recent study published in Neurology offers new insights into cognitive decline and its causes beyond the well-known amyloid-beta plaques associated with Alzheimer's disease. The...

Scientists find blood pressure emergencies on the rise in older Americans

In a concerning development from Yale University, researchers have found that even though there's a nationwide effort to control blood pressure, more seniors in...

Understanding and preventing liver cancer

Liver cancer, including primary liver cancer and intrahepatic bile duct cancer, is a significant health concern. This year, more than 41,000 new cases are...

Stomach bacteria linked to Alzheimer’s disease

In a groundbreaking study, researchers have found a potential connection between a common stomach bacteria and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. This bacteria, known...

Scientists find new hand arthritis treatments

Many people suffer from arthritis in their hands, causing pain and stiffness. A common way they try to ease this pain is by getting...

Heart health problems in 20s harm cognitive skills later in life

A study published in Neurology on March 17, 2021, sheds light on the long-term cognitive implications of health issues experienced by individuals in their...

High blood pressure drug may increase cardiac arrest risk, study finds

Sudden cardiac arrest is like a surprise attack on the heart. It happens when the heart suddenly stops pumping blood effectively. This can cause...

Everyone can lower blood pressure by reducing salt intake, study finds

A recent study from Vanderbilt University Medical Center and elsewhere provides encouraging news for individuals seeking to manage their blood pressure. Published in the Journal...

Cholesterol offers new hope in pancreatic cancer treatment

Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine have made a significant breakthrough in pancreatic cancer treatment using organoids, lab-grown tissues that model cancers. Published in Cell Stem...