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This mental problem in middle-age could mean big heart attack risk

A borderline personality disorder is characterized by intense mood swings, impulsive behaviors, and extreme emotional reactions. Their inability to manage emotions often makes it hard...

These personality traits linked to lower dementia risk

In a recent study from the American Institutes for Research in Washington, D.C., researchers found that older people who were calm, mature and energetic high schoolers...

Sustained weight loss may reduce breast cancer risk

In a new study, researchers found that women who lost weight after age 50 and kept it off had a lower risk of breast...

Researchers find new way to treat colon cancer

In a new study, researchers have identified a key protein that supports the growth of many colorectal cancers. The findings reveal that a protein called...

Essential oil poisoning is on the rise

In a new study, researchers found that poisoning by essential oil exposure is frequent and on the rise in Australia, with 63% of cases...

Scientists find the leading cause of vision loss in older people

In a new study, researchers found that diets heavy in red meat and fatty foods could help spur a leading cause of vision loss...

These diabetes drugs linked to dangerous genital infection

In a new study, researchers found that people who are taking a newer class of medications to treat type 2 diabetes may experience pain,...

Scientists find better way to predict death risk of heart failure

In a new study, researchers found a new way to predict which patients with "stable" heart failure—those who have heart injury but do not...

Proton therapy may lower side effects in cancer treatment

In a new study, researchers found that proton therapy leads to a much lower risk of side effects severe enough to lead to unplanned...

This beer plant may help treat liver and colon cancer

Hops are a type of plant that adds flavor, color, and bitterness to beer. In a recent study from Oregon State University, researchers found a...