This common bowel disease may increase risk of dangerous infections by 500%
In a new study, researchers found that patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) maybe five times more likely than the general population to develop...
What you need to know about pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is the third deadliest form of the disease after lung cancer and colorectal cancer.
There is no effective screening test, and its symptoms...
New gene discovery may advance future autism treatment
A mutated gene found in people with intellectual disabilities that could be targeted for treatment has been identified by an international team including University...
Being active could help reduce risk of prostate cancer
In a new study, researchers found that being more active reduces the risk of prostate cancer.
The largest-ever study to use genetics as a measurement...
Moderate intensity exercise linked to lower diabetes risk
In a new study, researchers found that daily exercise at moderate intensity is linked to beneficial levels of a hormone that may lower the...
How sugar may affect your heart health
In a new study, researchers found that the impact of sugars on heart health depends on the dose and type of sugar consumed.
Higher intake...
Stricter alcohol policies may help lower cancer risk
In a new study, researchers found a new association between more restrictive alcohol policies and lower rates of cancer mortality.
The research was conducted by...
This gum disease may tell if you will have Alzheimer’s disease
Gingivitis is a common and mild form of gum disease (periodontal disease) that causes irritation, redness, and swelling of the gum.
If left untreated, gingivitis...
Scientists find new way to suppress tumors in prostate cancer
In a new study, researchers have discovered new tumor suppressor protein in prostate cancer.
They have identified the molecule LRIG1 as an important endogenous tumor...
Birth control pill users have smaller key brain region
In a new study, researchers found that women taking oral contraceptives, commonly known as birth control pills, had significantly smaller hypothalamus volume, compared to...