Diseases
8 warning signs of low blood pressure and when it becomes dangerous
Hypotension gets far less attention than its high-pressure twin, and that is exactly why it slips past.
Diseases
Creatinine levels by age and sex: what your blood test number means
The lab number most people see first tells only half the kidney story.
Diseases
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may now be an option for a group of patients long left out
The 2026 American Diabetes Association guidance opens GLP-1 therapy to a new patient group.
Diseases
Your gut bacteria may spread to the people around you more easily than anyone realized
A new Nature study finds gut microbes spread between people, sometimes across continents, faster than expected.
Diseases
Why rheumatoid arthritis attacks some joints and not others: The answer starts before birth
Oxford scientists say certain finger joints may be biologically primed for the disease before you are born.
Diseases
8 warning signs of low blood pressure and when it becomes dangerous
Hypotension gets far less attention than its high-pressure twin, and that is exactly why it slips past.
Diseases
Creatinine levels by age and sex: what your blood test number means
The lab number most people see first tells only half the kidney story.
Diseases
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may now be an option for a group of patients long left out
The 2026 American Diabetes Association guidance opens GLP-1 therapy to a new patient group.
Diseases
Your gut bacteria may spread to the people around you more easily than anyone realized
A new Nature study finds gut microbes spread between people, sometimes across continents, faster than expected.
Common mistakes to avoid when taking medication
The way medication is taken can affect both its effectiveness and the risk of side effects.According to IW Pharmacy, factors such as food, sun...
New study: Chewing gum may temporarily lower blood pressure
A new study suggests that a small change after a meal may influence the body's ability to utilize nutrients.
Does your body itch all the time? Scientists may have found the reason
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown explanation for why certain types of itching occur.
Cannabis medicine may ease dementia agitation
A new study suggests that a specially developed medicine containing compounds derived from cannabis may help people with advanced dementia.
How to protect yourself if a heart attack happens when you’re alone
When serious symptoms appear, it can be tempting to wait and see if they pass. But during a heart attack, acting quickly can make...
Doctors spot troubling pattern in asthma patients
New research suggests that severe asthma may often be linked to hidden health conditions doctors have long overlooked.