Why metformin is a cornerstone in managing type 2 diabetes
Metformin is one of the most commonly prescribed medications for type 2 diabetes, a condition characterized by high blood sugar levels due to the...
Scientists find new treatment for acute heart failure
Researchers from Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) and Lipscomb University College of Pharmacy have discovered a promising new approach to treat acute heart failure,...
Research shows a new cause of Parkinson’s Disease
Millions of people around the world are affected by Parkinson's Disease, a progressive condition where brain cells deteriorate over time.
This leads to various difficulties...
How to tackle dementia before it progresses
Dementia is a condition that affects millions of people around the world, characterized by a decline in memory, language, problem-solving, and other cognitive skills...
How to manage high blood pressure without medication
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a health condition that affects a significant portion of the adult population worldwide.
It's a major risk factor for...
Common causes and prevention of heart failure: What to know
Heart failure, a term that can sound alarming, is a condition where the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should.
This doesn't mean...
Why people with obesity have higher risk of type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose).
With the rise in global obesity rates, the...
What you need to know about white coat hypertension
White coat hypertension might sound like something related to fashion, but it's actually a medical term that describes a common phenomenon.
Imagine walking into a...
What you need to know about vascular dementia
Vascular dementia is the second most common type of dementia after Alzheimer’s disease, affecting millions of people worldwide.
It occurs when the brain’s blood supply...
Weight loss: A key player in controlling type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a prevalent chronic disease that affects how the body processes blood sugar (glucose).
For many, the battle against diabetes seems daunting,...