A simple device could save lives by catching heart failure early
Heart failure is a serious condition that affects millions of people around the world. It happens when the heart cannot pump blood as well...
Why meningitis remains a silent killer despite medical advances
Meningitis is often not discussed as much as other major diseases, but it continues to cause a large number of deaths around the world...
Night shift work makes type 2 diabetes harder to control, study shows
A new study from King’s College London has found that people with type 2 diabetes who work night shifts face serious challenges when trying...
Early action and smarter treatment for sepsis brings hope for patients
Sepsis is a serious and life-threatening condition that begins with an infection. Instead of fighting the infection normally, the body reacts too strongly and...
Could vaping cause cancer?
E-cigarettes have become very common in recent years. Many people use them instead of traditional cigarettes because they believe they are less harmful. Some...
A simple scan may replace costly tests for breast cancer treatment
For many people diagnosed with early breast cancer, one big question comes after surgery: should they have chemotherapy or not? This decision is not...
Why cold temperatures could be more dangerous for your heart than heat
Cold weather may pose a greater threat to heart health than many people realize.
A new study suggests that lower temperatures are linked to a...
Tiny fiber sensors could detect cancer early by reading multiple signals
Scientists have developed a new type of microscopic sensor that could change how diseases like cancer are detected and monitored.
These sensors are incredibly small—about...
This smart bedsheet could stop painful pressure injuries before they start
Long hospital stays can be difficult, and for many patients, they come with a hidden danger: pressure injuries.
These painful sores form when someone stays...
The four types of dementia most people don’t know exist
What most people think of when they hear the word “dementia” is memory problems and forgetfulness. But what people often don’t know is that...