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Scientists find a new kind of lung cancer

In a new study, researchers have discovered a new kind of small-cell lung cancer (SCLC). The discovery paves the way for developing personalized medicine approaches...

New treatment for autoimmune diseases may benefit millions of people

In a recent study, researchers have developed a series of molecules that may provide more reliable relief with fewer side effects for people with...

Marijuana use linked to higher risk of high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease

In a recent study, researchers from Georgia State University found that marijuana use is associated with a three-fold risk of death from high blood...

Vitamin D could rapidly improve arterial stiffness

Rigid artery walls are a big risk factor of cardiovascular-related disease and death and vitamin D deficiency appears to be a contributor. Overweight/obese people with...

5 foods to eat or avoid to control pre-diabetes

Pre-diabetes is diagnosed when your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be classified as having type 2 diabetes. The...

Your weight history could predict your risk of heart disease and stroke

In a new study, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers found that simply asking older adult patients about their weight history at ages 20 and 40...

Scientists develop a more efficient treatment of prostate cancer

In a new study, researchers have developed  a more efficient and less aggressive treatment of prostate cancer. The new nanomedicine could help treat non-metastatic prostate...
How chronic pain could threaten your night sleep

How chronic pain could threaten your night sleep

Ask anyone who is in pain how their much-needed sleep was, and there's a good chance they will say it was not great. And, it...

Why body shape is more important than weight in cancer prevention

In a new study, researchers found that when it comes to weight, what matters most may not be the number on the scale, but...

Women in the U.S. control high blood pressure better than men

In a new study, researchers found American women have better control of high blood pressure but are more obese than men. The research was conducted...