A Drug Given Before Arthritis Starts May Delay the Disease for Years
For many people, rheumatoid arthritis seems to appear suddenly. One day they begin experiencing painful, swollen joints, overwhelming fatigue, and stiffness that makes everyday...
Overlooked Kidney Disease Rising Faster Than Expected Around the World
Many people worry about cancer, heart disease, or dementia as they grow older.
Far fewer think about their kidneys. Yet a major new global study...
Hidden Heart ‘Detours’ May Show Which Patients Can Avoid Risky Surgery
When doctors discover that one of the heart’s major arteries is completely blocked, it often sounds like very bad news.
Coronary arteries supply oxygen-rich blood...
New $10 spectrometer chip could turn smartwatches into health monitors
Researchers at the University of Cambridge and startup company GlitterinTech have developed a tiny, low-cost device that could bring powerful chemical sensing capabilities to...
Can Fish Oil or Olive Oil Boost Pancreatic Cancer Growth?
When people think about healthy eating, fat often becomes a confusing topic. For decades, many health experts focused on reducing overall fat intake.
More recently,...
Drug Combo Cuts Risk of Prostate Cancer Growth by More Than Half
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men worldwide. While many cases grow slowly and can be treated successfully, some forms...
This Drug Delayed Rheumatoid Arthritis for Years After Treatment Ended
Doctors have traditionally treated rheumatoid arthritis only after the disease becomes obvious.
By the time most patients receive a diagnosis, joint damage may already be...
New Smart Bandage Could Help Prevent Diabetic Foot Amputations
Diabetes affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide, and one of its most serious complications is the development of diabetic foot ulcers.
These open wounds...
The tingling in his lip wasn’t from spicy wings. It was a stroke at...
During a lunch break from his job selling shoes, 18-year-old Julian Nelson reached for a chicken wing when he felt a tingling sensation on...
A Postage-Stamp-Sized Device May Treat Heart Rhythm Problems Better
Heart rhythm disorders affect millions of people worldwide. When the heart beats too slowly or irregularly, patients may experience fatigue, dizziness, fainting, or even...