Overly flexible connective tissue causes problems in joints and throughout the body − and...
Connective tissue is found throughout the human body, within and between structures as varied as muscles, nerves and internal organs.
Like an elaborate web, it...
Millions across the world live with low back pain, but addressing major risk factors...
Low back pain is the leading cause of disability in the world, with over 600 million people living with the condition.
This is one of...
Beating the odds against chronic total occlusion
David Schneider was told he was out of treatment options.
Luckily, these cardiac specialists said otherwise, performing an advanced minimally invasive surgery that got...
Scientists find the key to preventing head and neck cancer recurrence
Imagine having a disease but not knowing about it until it's too late to do anything.
That's often the case with some types of head...
Why male kidneys more vulnerable to disease than female kidneys
You may have heard that women usually have healthier kidneys compared to men.
This difference matters because kidneys play a crucial role in filtering waste...
Size of the mother and father can affect the risk of having a ‘big’...
Researchers from the University of Bergen, Norway, have discovered that if you or your partner were "big" babies at birth, there is a significantly...
Why some type 2 diabetes drugs may harm your heart health
For decades, sulfonylureas and basal insulin have been two of the most commonly prescribed second-line drugs for treating type 2 diabetes when first-line treatment...
Scientists find a new biomarker for vascular dementia
Vascular dementia, a subtype of dementia characterized by symptoms such as memory loss and behavioral issues, is generally diagnosed in the elderly.
Affecting between 1%...
More than 1 in 4 older Americans report falling last year
New research from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) paints a concerning picture of falls among older adults in the United...
Lower your cancer risk with easy diet changes
You have the power to reduce your risk for cancer. With a few lifestyle changes and perseverance, you can be well on your way...