Is testosterone replacement therapy both safe and effective in men with higher cardiovascular risk factors?
An assessment of the results from the long-awaited TRAVERSE trial
Could a psoriasis drug find new purpose in treating alcohol use disorder?
Recent pilot research suggests that the psoriasis drug apremilast may have promise in curbing excessive drinking in those with alcohol use disorder.
Could an antihypertensive drug have independent benefits for longevity?
A recent animal study indicates that the antihypertensive drug rilmenidine has impressive effects on lifespan, but without further evidence, this story seems like another “fountain of youth” myth.
Therapeutic potential and cardiovascular risks of medical cannabis
A recent study highlights concerns regarding the potential cardiovascular risks associated with using medical cannabis. A cause for alarm?
Concerning findings on melatonin content in over-the-counter supplements
A recent study reports that some sleep supplements may contain far more melatonin than the label indicates – providing another reason to be conservative in their use.
Statins: effectiveness, safety, and common myths on their role in ASCVD prevention
A review of the evidence for statins in combating heart disease
The potential of probiotics in promoting female health
Maintaining a healthy vaginal microbiome is key for female urogenital health, and existing evidence suggests that probiotics may be beneficial
Genetic similarities between unrelated look-alikes
With a world population of nearly 8 billion, there’s a good chance you have a doppelgänger, but might you share more than just appearances?
More than glycemic control: SGLT2 inhibitors may extend lung cancer survival
A retrospective study offers hope
Can a peptide found in bee stings offer hope for treatment-resistant breast cancers?
Melittin, the main component of honeybee venom, has shown promise as a basis for chemotherapeutic drugs to combat treatment-resistant breast cancer