Severe pregnancy sickness linked to higher risk of mental health disorders
For many women, nausea and vomiting are common symptoms in early pregnancy. But for some, these symptoms become so extreme that they develop a...
Sugary drinks may speed cancer spread, study finds
Sugary drinks have long been linked to health risks such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
Now, new research from The University of Texas MD...
New menopause drug cuts hot flashes by more than 70%
A new nonhormonal drug is showing major promise in easing one of the most disruptive symptoms of menopause.
In a large international clinical trial, the...
Medical imaging radiation may cause 10% of childhood blood cancers, study finds
Medical imaging is one of the most important tools doctors use to diagnose and treat health problems, often saving lives through early detection.
But new...
Loneliness may double the risk of physical pain, study finds
Loneliness is often thought of as an emotional struggle, but new research shows it may also take a toll on the body.
A large international...
Daily cannabis use linked to 44% higher risk of asthma, study find
As cannabis becomes more widely legalized and socially accepted, many people see it as a safer alternative to tobacco.
But new research suggests that inhaling...
More Americans meet criteria for high blood pressure under new guidelines
Nearly half of all Americans have high blood pressure – a condition called hypertension.
Hypertension is the No. 1 risk factor for heart disease and...
Shape-shifting material could revolutionize medical devices inside the body
Scientists at Rice University have created a groundbreaking material that can change its size and shape when controlled remotely, opening the door to a...
Scientists find a new weak spot in pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer, with a five-year survival rate of only 13%.
It is known for being extremely resistant...
Protein CD82 may hold the secret to preventing multi-organ failure
When the body fights off infection or injury, inflammation is a natural and often helpful response.
But in severe illnesses like sepsis, acute respiratory distress...