5 most frustrating health insurer tactics and why they exist
The U.S. has made great progress in getting more people insured since the Affordable Care Act took effect in 2014.
The share of uninsured Americans...
Scientists find new cause of heart disease
Heart disease, including heart attacks and strokes, remains the leading cause of death in the United States. Doctors have long focused on managing high...
This compound in oranges could fight obesity and diabetes
Scientists at Western University have discovered that a molecule found in sweet oranges and tangerines, called nobiletin, might help reduce obesity and lower the...
Vitamin D deficiency can cause nerve damage in diabetes, study finds
A study has found that people with diabetes who are also deficient in vitamin D may face a higher risk of developing a condition...
Intensive high blood pressure treatment could prevent stroke in older people
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious health issue. It’s sometimes called the "silent killer" because you might not feel sick, but it...
People with heart rhythm diseases may prone to other health issues
Atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm disorder, affects more than 40 million people worldwide. This condition often occurs alongside other serious health issues,...
How age impacts breast reconstruction risks and benefits for women
Breast reconstruction is a common procedure for women who have undergone mastectomy as part of their breast cancer treatment.
It helps restore the appearance of...
New advances in heart disease treatments
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but exciting new advancements in treatment are offering hope to millions of people.
From...
Long COVID is a big challenge for 1 in 5 Americans
Millions of American adults are grappling with the lingering effects of long COVID, with nearly one in five sufferers experiencing symptoms so severe that...
Coffee and tea may help prevent head and neck cancer
Head and neck cancer, including cancers of the mouth and throat, is the seventh most common cancer globally.
The number of cases is growing, especially...