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Scientists find links between stress, depression, and Alzheimer’s disease

In the intricacies of mental health and neurodegenerative diseases, researchers often find themselves entwining through the subtle threads that link emotional and cognitive wellbeing. A...

Switching blood pressure pills may lead to better treatment, study finds

Imagine visiting a doctor, and you're handed a pill, with a promise that it should help manage your health issue - in this case,...

Low-dose aspirin may reduce diabetes risk by 15% in older people

Aspirin, commonly recognized for its pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties, has historically been considered a versatile agent in preventing cardiovascular events. Recent research, to be discussed...

How drinking coffee can affect your kidney health

Scientists have always been curious about the world – and our bodies. A team from the University of Toronto, with Ahmed El-Sohemy steering the research...

A lifelong series of heart problems turned her into a staunch advocate

As a young girl, Chrissy Gaffney endured occasional fevers and body aches that made her struggle to walk. Although the family doctor diagnosed her...

Common sleep pills may increase high blood pressure in older people

Sometimes, after a day of knitting, tending to roses, or perhaps enjoying a calm reading session, our dear older folks tuck into bed, hoping...

A cup of dark tea a day keeps diabetes away

Who doesn’t relish a warm, comforting cup of tea? Beyond its soothing nature, new research suggests that dark tea may harbor notable health benefits, particularly...

Vaccination could prevent against long Covid symptoms

A recent study conducted by Mayo Clinic researchers has unveiled that receiving a COVID-19 vaccine not only curtails the risk of developing long-haul COVID...

Treating migraines: ways to fight the pain with medication

Thought there was no hope for treating your migraine headaches? Don’t give up. Migraines are headaches with intense pulsing or throbbing pain in one area...

Statin alternative lowers risk of heart disease as well as cholesterol levels

Cholesterol, a fatty substance present in every cell of our bodies, is crucial for optimal functioning, but excessive levels can be detrimental, leading to...