Research finds new cause of autism
A team of scientists from Mayo Clinic and Yale University may have discovered some key factors behind autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
By using a special...
Scientists find a new disease in women
A cesarean section, commonly known as a C-section, is a surgical procedure used to deliver a baby when a vaginal birth is not possible...
This simple habit can prevent high blood pressure and heart disease
A recent statement from the American Heart Association (AHA) emphasizes that doctors should encourage healthy adults with slightly high blood pressure or cholesterol to...
Scientists find a critical cause of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is a deadly type of pancreatic cancer. It’s aggressive, meaning it grows fast and spreads quickly.
Unfortunately, there are few effective...
New injection could reduce back pain effectively
Back pain is a common problem that many people face, especially as they get older. One of the leading causes of this pain is...
Declining sense of smell may be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease
Our sense of smell is more than just a way to enjoy food or detect dangers like fire. It turns out that changes in...
Common blood pressure drug linked to gut disease, study finds
Diverticulosis is a condition where small pouches or bulges form in the lining of the intestine. It becomes more common as people get older...
Most Americans know little about lifesaving lung cancer screenings
A new survey conducted by the American Lung Association (ALA) highlights a troubling gap in awareness about early detection of lung cancer through annual...
Rare heart condition ended her marathon training. Now she aims to run even farther.
Hiba Jelahej was standing in her kitchen in Chandler, Arizona, last summer when everything around her started spinning. She blacked out and fell to...
Many older people take aspirin in a wrong way for their heart health
A recent study from Johns Hopkins University has found that many older Americans are still taking daily baby aspirin to prevent heart problems, even...