A simple blood test could soon detect cancer early, scientists say
Detecting cancer early can save lives. When cancer is found at an early stage, treatment is often more effective and outcomes are much better.
However,...
A common blood pressure drug may increase heart failure risk
A new study from the University of Bologna has raised an important question about how men and women respond to treatment for high blood...
Study finds big hidden cause of alcohol addiction
Alcohol addiction, also known as alcohol use disorder, is a long-term condition where a person finds it very hard to control their drinking.
People with...
Struggling with constipation? Here’s what your body is telling you and how to fix...
Constipation is a very common digestive problem that affects people of all ages. Many people feel embarrassed to talk about it, but it is...
New cholesterol guideline says start action earlier
A new medical guideline has been released to help doctors and patients better manage cholesterol and protect heart health.
This update comes from the American...
Why same cancer drug works for some people but not others
One of the most confusing problems in cancer treatment is that the same drug can work very well for one person but not work...
Sleep EEG can show hidden dementia risk
Many people believe that their age is simply the number of years since they were born. However, scientists now understand that this is only...
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...