Managing high blood pressure in endocrine disorders
Imagine your body as a bustling city, with hormones as the messengers zipping around, delivering crucial information that keeps everything running smoothly.
These hormones regulate...
Long COVID leaves traces in the blood, study finds
In a new study from Imperial College London, scientists have made significant strides in understanding long COVID, the persistent health condition affecting millions worldwide...
Is hypothyroidism more than just a thyroid issue?
When we hear about metabolism, we often think about how fast or slow our body burns calories.
But there's much more to it than that.
Metabolism...
How your heart health connects to your kidneys
When we think about our health, we often consider different parts of our body in isolation.
However, our body is a network of interconnected systems,...
Opioid poisoning death risk especially high when patient is alone
In Denmark, opioids like methadone and morphine are leading causes of drug-related deaths.
A study by Aarhus University's Department of Forensic Medicine has shed light...
Simple steps to reduce high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is like a thief in the night. It creeps up silently, often without warning, and can steal away your...
Scientists find diabetes medication partially blocks bitter taste in medicine
Anyone who's ever had to swallow a particularly bitter pill knows it's no picnic.
For some, the taste is such a turn-off that it can...
How to control high blood pressure and cognitive health in older adults
As we age, our bodies and minds embark on their own unique journeys, often leading to health challenges that were once mere blips on...
How exercise could slow early Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's disease is often associated with tremors, stiffness, and a slowing of movement, a trio that can disrupt lives and dash hopes.
But what if...
How over-the-counter meds could harm your blood pressure
When you stroll through the aisles of your local pharmacy, you're greeted by shelves stocked with over-the-counter (OTC) medications for everything from headaches to...