This sleep apnea pattern may quietly raise heart disease risk
Sleep apnea is a common condition that affects breathing during sleep, but new research shows that its hidden patterns may be more dangerous than...
Oral cancer rising in younger adults, study finds
Every April, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month reminds people to pay attention to early warning signs of cancers that affect the mouth, throat,...
New test may find early pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest types of cancer.
Part of why it’s so deadly is that doctors usually don’t find it until it...
Tiny battery-free tags could transform care at home
A new technology is showing that something as simple as radio waves—already used to track packages or find lost items—could soon help doctors monitor...
Some healthy diets may increase lung cancer risk in non-smokers
Eating fruits, vegetables, and whole grains has long been seen as one of the best ways to stay healthy. Doctors and health experts often...
Simple home program cuts fall risk for stroke survivors by one-third
A new Australian study has found that a simple, home-based program can significantly reduce the risk of falls in people recovering from stroke.
The research,...
Breakthrough tool may help doctors find ovarian cancer before it spreads
Ovarian cancer is one of the most serious health threats for women because it is usually found too late.
Many women do not notice clear...
Weekend heavy drinking may triple the risk of liver damage
Many people believe that as long as they drink only a small amount during the week, having several drinks on a Friday or Saturday...
One-third with inflammatory bowel disease have moderate-to-severe disability
Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, is a condition that affects the digestive system and often lasts for many years. It includes two main types,...
A simple blood test may detect memory decline years early
Many people worry about memory loss as they get older. Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, is one of the most serious conditions affecting the brain.
It...