When it comes to cancer risk, not all processed meats are same
In a new study, researchers have questioned the World Health Organisation’s blanket classification of processed meat as carcinogenic.
They found big evidence gaps between processed...
Why some infections could reduce autism symptoms
For many years, some parents have noticed that their autistic children's behavioral symptoms diminished when they had a fever.
This phenomenon has been documented in...
Dementia might be linked to lead exposure
To the medical community's surprise, several studies from the US, Canada, and Europe suggest a promising downward trend in the incidence and prevalence of...
Long work hours may lead to high blood pressure
In a new study, researchers found that office workers who spend long hours on the job are more likely to have high blood pressure,...
Essential oils may help improve wound healing
In a new study, researchers have discovered that a chemical compound found in essential oils improves the healing process when it is topically applied...
Cancer-related distress: Don’t just take it. Talk about it.
Feeling anxious, sad or helpless?
Having trouble concentrating, sleeping or completing everyday tasks? Worrying about family members, work or finances?
Mental health professionals sum up troubles...
Walking and cycling to work linked to lower heart attack risk
In a new study, researchers found that walking and cycling to work were associated with fewer heart attacks across 43 million adults in England.
The...
This type of exercise may help control diabetes in obese people
Previous research has shown that excess fat in the liver causes local inflammation, which makes liver cells less sensitive to the action of insulin.
This...
Eating these food everyday may help prevent cancer
Recent studies have found that a healthy diet can help thwart cancer or reduce the risk of cancer coming back.
Cancer-fighting compounds such as phytochemicals and...
Heavy drinking may cause heart damage before symptoms appear
Heavy drinking could lead to heart tissue damage even before concerning symptoms arise, according to a new study.
The results back previous studies that have...