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What you need to know about mini heart attacks

When we hear the term "heart attack," we often picture dramatic, sudden chest pain that leaves no doubt of the emergency at hand. However, not...

Why poor diets are linked to cancer

A research team from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has made significant strides in understanding how poor diet and common metabolic disorders like...

What are the symptoms of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease?

Alzheimer's disease, a condition most commonly associated with memory loss in older adults, doesn't only affect those in their twilight years. Early-onset Alzheimer's disease (EOAD)...

What are heart attack risks across ages

Heart attacks, known medically as myocardial infarctions, strike millions worldwide, leading to significant mortality and morbidity. Commonly associated with older age, the risk of experiencing...

How often should you check your blood pressure at home?

Monitoring blood pressure at home is a vital part of managing hypertension, or high blood pressure, a condition that affects millions globally. High blood pressure...

Best medications for irregular heartbeat

An irregular heartbeat, known medically as arrhythmia, is a condition where the heart beats too fast, too slow, or with an erratic pattern. Arrhythmias can...

Scientists find a new cause of Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer's disease, a devastating and progressive brain disorder, affects millions of people worldwide, robbing them of their memories and cognitive functions. Traditionally, researchers have focused...

Safe and effective home remedies for kidney infections

Kidney infections, medically known as pyelonephritis, are a serious type of urinary tract infection (UTI) that often starts in the bladder or urethra and...

Research shows new cause of gut inflammation

Imagine a bustling city inside your stomach. This city, called the gut, is filled with countless tiny organisms. While some of these organisms can make...

Statin alternative drug could lower cholesterol levels and protect heart health

Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in every cell of our body, playing essential roles, but too much of it can clog arteries and...