Widely used dementia tests may give wrong diagnosis
In a new study at the University of Exeter, researchers found that quick tests used in primary care settings to identify whether people are...
People with this health condition have 600% higher risk of skin cancer
In a recent study, researchers from the University of Rochester found that people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) have a 600% higher risk of...
The dark side of common antibiotics
In a recent study, researchers found that the use of ciprofloxacin and other antibiotics of the class of fluoroquinolones is linked to disruption of...
Alzheimer’s disease could be detected from our eyes
In a recent study, researchers from the University of Washington found that eye diseases could be linked to Alzheimer’s disease.
The study shows a strong...
Intensively lowering blood pressure could harm your health
In a recent study, researchers at Trinity College Dublin advised caution when treating blood pressure in some older people.
Their study contrasts with recent advice...
This drug could reduce the risk of second heart attack or stroke
In a new study, researchers found that the cholesterol-lowering drug alirocumab reduced the chance of having additional heart problems or stroke.
The clinical trial involved...
Bullying and violence at work may increase heart disease risk
In a new study, researchers found that people who are bullied at work or experience violence at work are at higher risk of heart...
“YouTube Medicine” for prostate cancer information could be dangerous
In a new study, researchers found that the most popular YouTube videos on prostate cancer often offer misleading or biased medical information that poses...
Coronary calcium levels could predict heart attack better
In a new study, researchers found that testing a patient's coronary calcium levels is a better predictor of blocked coronary arteries at risk for...
Don’t let grief hurt your sleep and heart health
In a new study, researchers found that people who have recently lost a spouse are more likely to have sleep disturbances that exacerbate levels...