The number of people dying while in prison custody has surged to the highest level since 2012, figures have revealed. Some 54 ...

This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Key Takeaways Picture it: You’re on your way to see your partner, and ...

A high-fat diet can cause the intestinal lining to weaken, allowing live gut bacteria to travel directly to the brain in mice ...

BACKGROUND: Premature atrial contractions (PACs) are independently associated with atrial fibrillation, stroke, and heart failure, yet no pharmacological therapy is approved for PAC suppression.

(THE CONVERSATION) In Greek mythology, King Sisyphus was condemned by the god Zeus to spend eternity rolling a boulder up a hill only to have it roll back down, having to start anew every day.

Introduction: The Invisible System That Sustains Life When most people think about wellbeing, they think of diet or exercise, sleep, and mental health. Circulation seldom makes the headlines in ...

Peptide conjugation techniques are advancing CNS delivery of oligonucleotides, addressing blood-brain barrier challenges and improving therapeutic outcomes.

The latest cholesterol guidelines include three new screening tests: coronary artery calcium, lipoprotein (a), and apolipoprotein B.

Chronic, mild dehydration quietly increases the workload on your cardiovascular system. Even mild dehydration reduces blood ...

Federal health officials from the CDC have issued urgent travel warnings for more than 30 countries over the increased circulation of polio, including several across Europe.

One morning in May 2019, a cardiac surgeon stepped into the operating room at Boston Children’s Hospital more prepared than ever before to perform a high-risk procedure to rebuild a child’s heart. The ...

Polio is not endemic in the United States, but the disease is circulating in 30 other countries now. A doctor explains how to protect against polio when traveling.