Before surgery, many patients go through a series of tests, such as blood work and heart rhythm checks. However, not all these tests are necessary. In...

For many patients, getting ready to have surgery means getting their blood drawn, their heart rhythm checked, or having other tests in the weeks...

High blood pressure, often called hypertension, is one of the most common health issues affecting older adults. While it may seem like just a number...

An aortic dissection is a serious medical condition in which the inner layer of the aorta (the large blood vessel that branches off the heart)...

A stroke is a serious medical event that can change a person’s life in many ways, especially for older adults. It happens when blood flow to the...

The spleen had multiple deep cuts, almost reaching its main blood vessels. Had it not been for the immediate treatment, it could have been fatal, say...

A common blood pressure medication used to prevent migraines may also significantly reduce the risk of ischemic stroke in women, according to a new...

A group of international health experts is calling for new guidelines on treating high blood pressure. They want doctors to recommend...

How can we best treat infectious diseases in people with obesity? Hospital pharmacist and Ph.D. researcher Koen van Rhee studied how obesity affects...

Could the bacteria in your mouth predict whether you are at risk of dementia? Emerging research suggests that the bacteria living on your tongue and...