New tool can predict how well blood pressure drugs will work
A new tool called the Blood Pressure Treatment Efficacy Calculator can help doctors choose the best medications for lowering blood pressure. It was created...
This weight loss drug can help prevent heart disease
A major new study has found that a drug called semaglutide can greatly improve heart health in people who are overweight or obese—even if...
Common heartburn drugs may help control diabetes
Antacids are usually used to relieve problems like heartburn, indigestion, or stomach upset. They work by making stomach acid less strong.
But now, scientists have...
Understanding major causes of high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common but dangerous condition. It often has no symptoms, which is why it’s called the...
Common causes and treatment of hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism is a health condition where the thyroid gland in your neck does not make enough hormones.
These hormones are very important because they control...
Common causes of brain cancer you need to know
Brain cancer is a serious and complicated disease that affects people all over the world. Even though scientists have made great progress in medical...
Study finds a surprising cause of diabetes and new treatment
Inside our body, there is a small but very important organ called the pancreas. One of its main jobs is to make insulin. Insulin...
You should avoid these fats for better blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem that raises the risk of heart disease and stroke.
What you eat plays a...
Study finds a big cause of Alzheimer’s disease and new treatment
Alzheimer’s disease is the top cause of memory loss and dementia in older people all around the world.
It slowly damages the brain and leads...
Can common blood pressure drugs harm men’s health?
Keeping blood pressure at a healthy level is very important for protecting your heart. This is especially true for men, who may face unique...