By analyzing brain activity in mice, they determined that a fat molecule called PIP2 acts as a brake on Piezo1. When brain ...

Whether blood sugar spikes or drops suddenly, patients with diabetes should be armed with an understanding of what to do.

Stunning as it may sound, nearly half of Americans ages 20 years and up—or more than 122 million people—have high blood pressure, according to a 2023 report from the American Heart Association. And ...

‘Barcoding’ studies find two independent sources for blood cells in mice; if confirmed in humans, the understanding of blood cancers, bone marrow transplant, and the aging immune system will change ...

Normal BP is typically less than 120/80 mm Hg. Both high (hypertension) and low (hypotension) pressure can cause health ...

The relationship between high blood pressure and male sexual health extends far beyond simple cause and effect. While hypertension earned its reputation as a silent killer through its impact on heart ...

Understanding blood pressure readings can be tricky. While most people know they don't want their blood pressure to get too high (hypertension) or too low (hypotension), many people don't know how to ...

Type two Diabetes is a serious condition, which according to the CDC affects about 37 million Americans, with one in five people not knowing they have it. When not treated, diabetes can cause other ...

Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD You may need an MPV test if you show symptoms that suggest an issue with your platelet size or number.An MPV test involves drawing a blood sample from a vein and ...

High blood cholesterol, or hypercholesterolemia, is a significant health concern that contributes to cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks and strokes. There are a variety of causes, that once ...