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Smoking strongly linked to this dangerous artery disease

In a new study, researchers found that cigarette smoking boosts the risk of peripheral artery disease, and this elevated risk can persist up to...

This test could select treatment for men with prostate cancer

In a new study, researchers found that testing for genetic weaknesses in repairing DNA could pick out men who may benefit from a new...

Critical heart failure drug may be too pricey for Medicare patients

In a new study, researchers found that an effective drug to treat chronic heart failure may cost too much for senior citizens with a...

More colon cancer cases diagnosed in people under 50

In a new study, researchers found that the incidence of colon cancer in adults younger than 50 years of age has increased in the...

How to prevent heat-related injuries and stay cool in summer

Hot weather in summer is the perfect time to go swimming or relax in the shade. But it can easily lead to heat-related injuries, such...

These meds linked to high risk of serious falls

In a new study, researchers found that adults who take several prescription medications are more likely to experience serious falls. Medications linked to serious falls...

Scientists find a new therapy to treat pancreatic cancer

In a new study, researchers found that immune cell therapy was safe, tolerable, and may be effective for treating people with pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer...

Opioid overdose deaths decrease for the first time in 30 years

Recently, researchers have found that opioid overdose deaths are down for the first time in 30 years. Previous studies have found that drug overdoses cause...

Why only humans are prone to heart attacks

In a new study, researchers found out why only humans are prone to heart attacks. They say the loss of a single gene two to...

Having a paid job may help cut risk of Alzheimer’s

In a new study, researchers found that having a paid job is linked to slower age-related cognitive decline and memory problems Cognitive decline and memory...