Injuries and Ailments

New research points to lower ideal blood pressure

A major new study suggests pushing blood pressure lower than current norms could prevent more heart attacks and strokes—at a cost.

Doctors warn over unexplained leg pain in the morning

A simple pain in your leg when you wake up could be an early warning sign doctors say you shouldn’t ignore.

Doctors warn blood pressure drugs may cause persistent cough

A stubborn cough might not be illness at all, but something far closer to your daily routine.

TV star Sandra Lee thought the symptoms were harmless — suffered a stroke

Dermatologist Sandra Lee was rushed to the hospital after suffering a stroke while filming her TV show. She...

When low vitamin D isn’t about lack of sun

You’re doing everything right, yet your vitamin D levels won’t budge.

New research points to lower ideal blood pressure

A major new study suggests pushing blood pressure lower than current norms could prevent more heart attacks and strokes—at a cost.

Doctors warn over unexplained leg pain in the morning

A simple pain in your leg when you wake up could be an early warning sign doctors say you shouldn’t ignore.

Doctors warn blood pressure drugs may cause persistent cough

A stubborn cough might not be illness at all, but something far closer to your daily routine.

TV star Sandra Lee thought the symptoms were harmless — suffered a stroke

Dermatologist Sandra Lee was rushed to the hospital after suffering a stroke while filming her TV show. She...

Study finds weight-loss drugs may support heart recovery after heart attack

New research suggests popular weight-loss drugs may help the heart recover after a heart attack.

These physical symptoms may be signs of high cholesterol

High cholesterol is often described as a silent condition because it usually develops without clear warning signs. However, certain symptoms linked to circulation and...

Scientists study nasal spray that could target multiple airborne illnesses

Scientists are developing a nasal spray that could one day help protect against several respiratory illnesses, but the research is still in its early stages.

Spain introduces new drug for rare genetic form of ALS

Doctors in Spain have begun using a new treatment that could slow the progression of a rare genetic form of ALS.

White House explains rash seen on president Trump’s neck

A visible mark during a White House ceremony prompted swift clarification from President Trump’s physician.

Consumer council warns: Several popular deodorants contain problematic substances

A new consumer review is raising questions about the ingredients in several popular deodorant brands sold worldwide.