Every cancer is unique – why different cancers require different treatments, and how evolution...
Cancer is an evolutionary disease. The same forces that turned dinosaurs into birds turn normal cells into cancer: genetic mutations and traits that confer...
6 common questions about vascular dementia
Vascular dementia is a type of dementia that can progress slowly or quickly depending on the individual and the severity of the condition.
It is...
Air pollution may increase risk of irregular heartbeat
A new study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) has found that exposure to air pollution is associated with an increased risk of...
Older people should keep blood pressure in this range, study suggests
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious health condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
When the force of blood against the...
Vitamin A and colon cancer: What you need to know
Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is the third most common cancer worldwide, with over 1 million new cases diagnosed each year.
The risk...
Dementia and normal aging: What are the differences?
As we age, changes in our brain and cognitive function are a natural part of the aging process. However, not all changes are the...
Boxing could help fight Parkinson’s disease
A new study has found that boxing could be a helpful way for people suffering from Parkinson's Disease (PD) to improve their quality of...
Coffee and tea may benefit your brain health in the long run
A new study has shown that drinking coffee and tea may have a positive effect on the thickness of the macular retinal nerve fiber...
What you need to know about heart failure
Heart failure is a chronic condition in which the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs.
This can lead to...
Obesity is a big risk factor of colon cancer
A recent study conducted by scientists at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) has shown that the risk factor of obesity for colorectal cancer...