Excess body fat is a big cause of high breast cancer risk
A new study from Spain suggests that almost 40% of hormone-positive breast cancer cases in postmenopausal women could be linked to excess body fat.
This...
Chaplain celebrates 4 birthdays: The day he was born, plus 3 more when his...
When Richard A. Thompson III walks through hospital corridors or on their grounds with families of loved ones who are injured or sick or...
This drug could reduce knee and hip replacements in osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a common condition that affects many people as they grow older.
It occurs when the cartilage in joints, which acts as a cushion...
How to monitor blood pressure at home effectively
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition that affects millions of people around the world. Often called the “silent killer,” it has no...
Can moderate alcohol benefit your heart health?
Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital have made an interesting discovery about how a small to moderate amount of alcohol might affect heart health.
Their study,...
A new drug brings hope for chronic nerve pain relief
Researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine and the Burke Neurological Institute have developed a new drug that could make a big difference for people suffering...
Scientists find cause of silent vison loss in older adults
Glaucoma is often compared to a thief that sneaks in unnoticed, gradually stealing your vision without warning. Many people don’t realize they have this...
Stem cell therapy reverses type 1 diabetes in world first
A groundbreaking discovery has recently brought hope to millions of people living with type 1 diabetes around the world.
In a world first, scientists have...
Refined fiber in processed foods may increase gut inflammation
Many people enjoy summer treats like ice cream, but what they may not realize is that some processed foods contain refined dietary fibers, such...
Once-weekly insulin can manage type 2 diabetes effectively, study finds
A new study has found that a once-weekly insulin injection may be just as effective as daily injections for controlling blood sugar in patients...