Warning issued over common cold remedy – what you need to know
Pharmacists have issued a fresh warning about decongestant nasal sprays. They are warning people with blocked noses that…
Study identifies molecular drivers of cerebral small vessel disease
A new study identifies molecular factors that promote small vessel disease – and an active drug that can…
White matter alterations connect coronary artery disease to cognitive decline
Individuals with coronary artery disease (CAD) – a constricting or blocking of blood vessels feeding the heart –…
Metformin May Compromise Exercise Benefits
Metformin blunted exercise-induced improvements in vascular insulin sensitivity, aerobic fitness, inflammatory markers, and fasting glucose levels in adults…
Scientists warn common diabetes drug may be cancelling out benefits of exercise
A widely prescribed diabetes drug may be blunting the beneficial effects of exercise in patients, a new study…
Heavy drinking linked to earlier and more severe brain bleeds
A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham suggests that heavy alcohol use may lead to more…
Regular Exercise Won’t Save Your Blood Vessels From Sitting, But Cocoa Might
Drinking cocoa before prolonged sitting can promote healthy blood vessel function. (Credit: PawelKacperek on Shutterstock) In A Nutshell…
15 “Bad” Health Habits You Probably Do Allll The Time (But Really Shouldn’t), Straight From Doctors And Nurses
Some responses were pulled from this Reddit thread by u/Sea_Fig1387. Note: Obviously, we can’t verify if these are real medical professionals;…
Using placental growth factor to predict preeclampsia risk in pregnant women with sickle cell disease
In pregnant women with sickle cell disease, the risk of developing early-onset preeclampsia can be determined by measuring…
Hot Yoga Doesn’t Deliver On Heart Health Promises. Study Shows What Really Works
(© Leslie Rodrigue – stock.adobe.com) In A Nutshell Conventional exercise, like Tai Chi, Pilates, or HIIT, consistently improves…
Apple says its smartwatch can identify high blood pressure. How legitimate is it?
Apple will soon launch a new smartwatch feature it says can help detect high blood pressure – but…
Seven health conditions caused by using your phone on the toilet
It might seem like a harmless habit to linger on the loo with your phone while “taking care…