Can high cholesterol cause a stroke?
Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in the blood. While the body needs some cholesterol to function properly, too much of it can lead...
High blood pressure alone can damage kidneys, study finds
A new study from the Medical University of Vienna shows that high blood pressure on its own—without other health problems like diabetes—can cause early...
Hidden hazards: Clearing out toxins in the home
Some hazards in the home are easy to see. Like a loose electrical socket. Or torn carpet on the stairs.
But others are harder to...
Heart failure tied to faster mental decline, study finds
More than six million Americans live with heart failure, and a new study shows that these individuals are more likely to experience faster mental...
Discovering VEXAS: Insights into a new disease
Scientists recently discovered a new disease, called VEXAS, which can appear suddenly in midlife.
It’s characterized by repeated attacks of inflammation, often without a clear cause.
The...
How to prevent chronic lung diseases effectively
With each breath in, your lungs take in life-giving oxygen. The oxygen then travels through your blood to every cell in your body. With...
Tow cancer drugs may reverse Alzheimer’s symptoms
Scientists from UC San Francisco and the Gladstone Institutes have made a discovery that could offer new hope to people with Alzheimer’s disease.
They found...
How inflammation affects depression treatment in diabetes
People with diabetes are more likely to suffer from depression than people without the condition. In fact, their risk is about twice as high....
This kidney problem may increase dementia risk
A new study published in Neurology by researchers at Karolinska Institutet reveals that acute kidney injury (AKI) significantly increases the risk of developing dementia.
AKI,...
This daily habit effectively prevents heart disease, high blood pressure
The American Heart Association (AHA) has released a new statement encouraging doctors to help patients with slightly high blood pressure or cholesterol become more...