This blood pressure trend in the elderly shows early death risk
Normally, people's blood pressure goes up from childhood until middle age. However, scientists have not been as sure about what happens to blood pressure...
Combined vaping and smoking increases lung cancer risk by 400%
A recent study from The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center—Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC—James) and College...
Boosting deep sleep to improve memory in mild cognitive impairment
Deep sleep is essential for consolidating memories. People with mild cognitive impairment, an early sign of Alzheimer's disease, often experience sleep disturbances, particularly spending...
Can unhealthy diet cause liver cancer?
Liver cancer is a serious health issue that affects many people around the world. It happens when liver cells grow uncontrollably, forming a tumor.
While...
This pain relief drug may harm blood pressure health
Your blood pressure is measured with two numbers: systolic and diastolic. Systolic pressure is the force when the heart's ventricles pump blood out, while...
Eating vegetables full of this nutrient can lower heart disease risk
Nitrate is known to provide several health benefits, such as reducing blood pressure and protecting blood vessels. Foods rich in nitrate include beetroots and...
Common causes of peripheral artery disease: what you need to know
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition where the arteries, particularly those in the legs, become narrowed or blocked due to a build-up of...
People with leg artery disease have higher risk of amputation
People in their 50s with severely narrowed leg arteries face a high risk of major amputations even after emergency surgery to restore blood flow,...
Routine blood tests could speed up cancer diagnosis
Routine blood tests might help diagnose cancer faster in people with stomach pain or bloating, according to a study led by researchers at UCL.
Many...
What young adults can do right now to prevent heart attacks and strokes
Clogged arteries – which can lead to heart attacks and strokes – can begin to develop in young adulthood.
But a new study suggests it...