Simple Blood Test May Spot Liver Disease Early
Liver disease can develop quietly for years, often without causing obvious symptoms.
Researchers at The University of Toledo have developed a simple blood test that...
Living Near Dry Cleaners May Increase Parkinson’s Risk
A large U.S. study suggests that older adults who live very close to dry-cleaning businesses may have a higher risk of developing Parkinson’s disease.
The...
A Simple Stool Test May Lower Colon Cancer Death Risk
Taking part in routine colorectal cancer screening may greatly reduce the chance of dying from the disease, according to a large study from Sweden.
Researchers...
Millions May Have Kidney Disease Without Knowing
Chronic kidney disease is becoming one of the world's biggest health threats, yet millions of people who have it may not know anything is...
Four-Drug Combo May Delay Chemotherapy
Some people with advanced breast cancer may one day be able to begin treatment without traditional chemotherapy.
Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at...
Antioxidant-Rich Diet May Lower Cervical Cancer Risk
Cervical cancer remains a major health problem for women around the world, but a new study suggests that everyday eating habits may be linked...
Laser Treatment May Treat Hardest Brain Cancer
People diagnosed with glioblastoma face one of the hardest forms of cancer to treat.
This fast-growing brain cancer can spread through nearby brain tissue, making...
Dirty Air Could Change the Brain Years Before Dementia
The air people breathe every day could leave subtle signs in the brain long before memory problems appear.
New research has linked exposure to traffic-related...
AI Finds Hidden Heart Problem in Simple Scans
A routine heart ultrasound may contain hidden clues about a serious blood-flow problem that doctors normally need a more specialized test to measure.
Researchers at...
New Treatment Could Ease Chronic Back Pain
Back pain is one of the most common health problems in the world. It can begin after lifting something heavy, sitting for long periods,...