Study reveals the surprising cause of most cancers

Cancer is one of the most feared diseases in the world. Many people wonder whether it is mostly caused by bad luck, aging, or...

Common sweet treat may harm your blood pressure, especially after 40

Black licorice is a classic sweet that many people enjoy, especially during holidays or as a nostalgic snack from childhood. Its unique taste makes...

What you should know about the new COVID-19 ‘Cicada’ variant

A new Covid-19 variant that some have dubbed the “Cicada” variant is quietly spreading across the globe, carrying an unusually high number of mutations...

Brain therapy shows promise in reducing PTSD symptoms

Living with post-traumatic stress disorder can be extremely challenging. People with PTSD often feel trapped in a constant state of fear, even when there is...

Gum disease could affect your kidney health

A new study has found that the health of your mouth may be closely linked to the health of your kidneys. This finding may surprise...

Treatment combo may fight lung cancer better

Lung cancer is one of the most serious and common types of cancer in the world. It affects millions of people each year and is...

New technology helps doctors prevent heart failure crises before they begin

Heart failure is a long-term condition that can greatly affect a person’s quality of life. It happens when the heart cannot pump or fill with...

Can some people with type 2 diabetes safely reduce their drugs?

A new study suggests that some people with type 2 diabetes may be able to safely reduce or even stop certain blood sugar medicines...

How your brain links time and place—and why both fade in Alzheimer’s disease

A new study suggests that our brain does not treat time and place as separate ideas, but as parts of the same process. This finding...

What happens when healthy people take Adderall without a prescription

Adderall is a medication commonly used to treat ADHD, helping people improve focus and control impulsive behavior. When used correctly under a doctor’s care,...