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...

A new study from the University of California, San Diego has found that a common class of drugs may increase the risk of cognitive decline,...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming a life every 34 seconds, according to the Centers for Disease Control...