Scientists find link between cancer and diabetes
In the 1920s, a peculiar observation was made: cancer patients exhibited sweet-smelling urine.
This intriguing symptom was swiftly associated with elevated blood sugar levels, suggesting...
Red meat is linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes
A study led by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has found that people who consume just two servings of red...
Loneliness and social isolation linked to higher heart failure risk
Loneliness and social isolation have long been associated with various health risks, including cardiovascular disease. However, their specific connection to heart failure has remained...
Scientists find big genetic risk factors of type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a common metabolic disease where blood sugar levels become too high.
It happens because certain cells in the pancreas, called β-cells,...
Much more people with get dementia by 2040 than previously thought
A UCL-led study has revealed alarming projections regarding the prevalence of dementia in England and Wales by the year 2040.
The research, published in The...
Is it a cold, the flu or COVID-19?
This article was originally posted on October 21, 2020, and was updated on October 17, 2023.
Editor’s note: Knowledge about COVID-19 is ever-evolving. For historical...
Scientists find cause of inflammation in asthma
Asthma, a chronic inflammatory lung condition affecting millions worldwide, remains a complex and poorly understood disease.
While inflammation in the airways is a well-known aspect...
Obesity increases risk of complications after surgeries, study finds
Obesity is a complex and widespread health issue in the United States, affecting almost 42% of adults.
While the health impacts of obesity, such as...
Common blood pressure drugs may affect kidney health
High blood pressure is a widespread health concern, impacting over a billion people globally.
Unfortunately, individuals with severe high blood pressure often develop kidney problems,...
Living alone may increase cancer risk by one third, study finds
A new study reveals that people who live alone face a greater risk of dying from cancer.
The study conducted by the American Cancer Society...