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Research shows important cause of heart disease, high blood pressure

A comprehensive study by scientists at St George’s and other institutions has uncovered crucial genetic factors that influence the characteristics of blood vessels in...

This nutrient is a key to reducing bowel cancer risk

New research spearheaded by Dr. Konstantinos Tsilidis from Imperial College London emphasizes the role of folate in decreasing bowel cancer risk. This significant discovery offers...

This drug can benefit people with heart failure and diabetes

A significant study named the DAPPER study, involving 294 patients from 18 facilities in Japan, reveals new insights about the medication dapagliflozin in treating...

Scientists a big cause of high blood pressure in pregnancy

Preeclampsia, a complex condition during pregnancy, affects about one in ten pregnancies, characterized by a sudden rise in blood pressure and potential kidney issues. Researchers...

Can vitamin B3 increase cancer risk?

A recent study from the University of Missouri has brought attention to the potential risks associated with Nicotinamide Riboside (NR), a form of vitamin...

Can drinking coffee affect your kidney health?

A University of Toronto study, in collaboration with other institutions, sheds light on the intricate relationship between heavy coffee consumption and kidney disease, hinging...

Better stroke prevention with these heart monitors, study finds

A study published in JAMA Neurology, led by Northwestern Medicine, reveals that insertable cardiac monitors may detect atrial fibrillation more effectively in stroke patients...

Night shift workers need to take care of body weight and metabolic health

A Monash University-led review emphasizes the need for targeted workplace policies to help night shift workers manage weight and metabolic health, addressing the unique...

How OCD treatment reshapes the brain

A new study reveals that the first-line therapy for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), known as exposure and response prevention (EX/RP), has a significant impact on...

Home blood pressure monitoring more accurate than clinic monitoring

A study by Kaiser Permanente researchers has revealed that measuring blood pressure at home provides more accurate results than clinic-based readings. This finding has significant...