Scientists find new cause of type 2 diabetes
Diabetes, a condition affecting around 415 million people globally, is primarily dominated by type 2 diabetes (T2D), making up about 90% of cases.
This type...
Mealtime and blood pressure: what happens after we eat?
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a well-known risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and other health issues.
While many are aware of how diet,...
High blood pressure and a low pulse: Do you need to worry?
When we talk about heart health, two numbers often come up: blood pressure and pulse rate.
Typically, we might think that both these figures move...
Dementia and Alzheimer’s: what is the difference?
When it comes to brain health, terms like dementia and Alzheimer's disease often come up, sometimes interchangeably.
But, despite their close relationship, there are key...
6 common heart health myths debunked
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but despite its prevalence, there are numerous misconceptions surrounding it.
These myths can not...
When symptoms suggest a stroke, but it’s something else
What looks and feels like a stroke sometimes isn't. Instead, sudden weakness, difficulty speaking, vision changes, dizziness and other symptoms of a stroke might...
Why 1 in 5 people with heart disease fear to take statins
Heart disease is a global health crisis, and in the United States, it stands as the leading cause of death, with a life claimed...
Understanding untreated heart attacks: How can they harm you?
A heart attack, medically known as a myocardial infarction, is a life-threatening event that occurs when blood flow to the heart is severely reduced...
Three things every woman should know about stroke risk
Dr. Tracy Madsen has been studying the topic of women and stroke since beginning her residency in emergency medicine at Brown's Warren Alpert Medical...
This disease linked to memory problems in women
A new study, published in Neurology, suggests a possible link between polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and cognitive decline in middle age.
The research highlights a...