Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America and in the world. According to the World Health Organization, ischaemic heart disease showed the largest increase in deaths since 2000, when the death toll was 2.7 million. By 2021, that toll rose to 9.1 million. Ischaemic heart disease is one of many cardiovascular disorders,...
Around 10 million new cases of dementia are diagnosed globally every year, with Alzheimer’s disease accounting for 60-70% of cases. Alzheimer’s first steals memories, then independence, and finally the ties that hold families together. Existing medications can help some people think a little clearly for a while. A few may slow down the decline for...
Across the globe, women are more likely to develop dementia, and biology provides one key reason. The story is quite complex, though, since your reproductive milestones and medical decisions tend to shape your lifelong exposure to hormones. Researchers are now carefully tracking how events like your first period, pregnancies, or surgery relate to later cognitive...
Hearing that a medication you take every day might not be safe anymore can really make your stomach drop. That is what happened when a blood pressure drug recalled by Teva Pharmaceuticals hit the news. The company found a chemical impurity in several batches of prazosin hydrochloride, something that could increase cancer risk over time....
The COVID-19 pandemic began over five years ago, but it’s still fresh in everybody’s mind. People still face its after effects, like lingering symptoms from the disease. Some have yet to regain their energy levels, sense of taste and smell, memorization abilities, and overall respiratory health. Children may struggle with development and learning because of...
When 23 year old actress Isabelle Tate passed away on October 19, her cause of death shocked fans everywhere. Reports confirmed she died from a rare form of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a condition that affects the nerves and muscles in the body. Her story feels both heartbreaking and inspiring, showing how rare disorders can shape lives...
Are you doing harm to your kidneys? Your kidneys quietly filter waste, regulate blood pressure, and balance fluids every single day. Because they work in the background, many people don’t realize how vulnerable they are to damage. One overlooked source of stress is prescription and over-the-counter medication. Some drugs are essential for treating serious conditions...
High blood pressure is a leading risk factor for heart disease, stroke, kidney damage, and many other health problems. Finding safe ways to lower both systolic and diastolic blood pressure without medication is important for improving health and preventing complications. A recent large study that combined results from hundreds of clinical trials analyzed the effects...
Anesthesia is a medically controlled state that prevents patients from feeling pain and remembering procedures. It is not the same as natural sleep. During anesthesia, the brain, nervous system, and body functions are carefully managed by trained specialists. Modern anesthesia is the result of centuries of progress, from ancient herbal remedies to advanced medications and...
When most people picture depression, they think of sadness, fatigue, or losing interest in hobbies. While these are well-known, depression often appears in less obvious ways. Many individuals continue working, socializing, and smiling while privately struggling with symptoms that remain unnoticed. The signs of depression can be subtle, showing up in behaviors, physical health, and...
Some people seem to age slower than others, looking and feeling healthier than their peers. Science shows this difference often relates to biological age, which reflects how well the body’s systems are functioning. Unlike chronological age, which simply counts the years, biological age can shift depending on lifestyle. Researchers studying DNA markers, inflammation, and overall...
When 75-year-old grandfather Dave Richards began a bike ride with friends in July 2021, he expected nothing more than a pleasant afternoon. But in a few chaotic seconds, his life changed forever. A drunk driver, distracted by his phone, sped up behind the cyclists and crashed into them. Richards got pinned beneath the vehicle. The...
