E-cigarette use may increase cancer risk
E-cigarettes are often promoted as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes, but new research suggests they may still pose serious health risks. A study from the University of...
Common diabetes drugs may lower risk of obesity-related cancers
A new study suggests that medications commonly used for diabetes, including the popular drug Ozempic, may help reduce the risk of certain obesity-related cancers.
The...
Can blood tests accurately diagnose Alzheimer’s disease?
Scientists have been searching for better ways to detect Alzheimer’s disease (AD) early. One promising approach has been measuring levels of certain proteins, called...
AI screening could prevent vision loss disease, study finds
Imagine walking into a supermarket, train station, or shopping mall and having your eyes checked for glaucoma within seconds—no appointment needed. Thanks to a...
A heart attack while shoveling snow. Then another emergency during cardiac rehab.
Looking out the window of his home in Troy, New York, on a Friday night, Kyle Wessels made note of his first chore the...
A better test for kidney disease
More than 37 million people in the U.S. are living with chronic kidney disease, or CKD. In this condition, the kidneys can’t filter blood...
Study finds root cause of early pancreatic cancer and how to detect it
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest types of cancer. It is very hard to find in its early stages, and by the time...
Natural ways to increase bone density
Bones are the foundation of your body, providing structure and protecting your organs. But as you age, your bones naturally become weaker, increasing the...
Higher doses of this drug may help control blood sugar better
A new study has found that increasing the dose of semaglutide, a common medication for type 2 diabetes, can lead to better blood sugar...
How your blood type might affect your health
Your blood type is more than just a label—it may have subtle effects on your overall health. Blood types—A, B, AB, and O—are determined...