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Common early sign of heart disease also may show high cancer risk

In a new study, researchers found microvascular endothelial dysfunction, a common early sign of heart disease, is linked to a greater risk of cancer. The...

6 skin care tips that dermatologists use themselves

Board-certified dermatologists are experts when it comes to the skin, hair and nails, diagnosing and treating more than 3,000 diseases and conditions, including skin...

Major surgery may decrease your brain functions, study shows

Cognitive decline is the gradual loss of brain functioning that occurs with aging. It often starts decades before the conventional definition of old age and...

Different types of Alzheimer’s disease may require different treatments

In a new study, researchers examined a key region of the brain and found that patterns of Alzheimer's-related damage differed by subtype and age...

Scientists discover a new brain disease

In a new study, researchers have discovered a genetic brain disease that can cause paraplegia and epilepsy in sufferers. The research was conducted by a...

Should you take CBD for pain relief?

CBD, short for cannabidiol, is undergoing a surge in popularity as the hot new supplement, with a promise to treat a variety of conditions...

The eyes have it for high blood pressure clues

When Dr. William White shines a bright light in his patient's eye, he's looking for more than just vision problems. He's searching for clues indicating...

This common fruit may help manage obesity, prevent diabetes

In a new study, researchers found avocados may hold the key to managing obesity and helping delay or prevent diabetes. They found how a compound...

Retina changes offer glimpse into body’s heart health

Rising blood pressure and stiffening arteries – two risk markers for cardiovascular disease – create easily detectable changes in the tiny blood vessels at...

Researchers discover effective and safe way to treat prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men in the United States. About 11% of men will be diagnosed with the...