Early signs of fatty liver disease can be on your face

Fatty liver disease is becoming a growing health concern around the world. As more people live sedentary lives, eat high‑calorie diets, and struggle with...

How long can someone live with dementia?

Receiving a diagnosis of dementia can be a deeply emotional moment for both the person diagnosed and the people who care about them. Many...

Doctors discover hidden cause of high blood pressure—and surgery could cure it

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. It happens when the force of...

Hidden warning signs of blocked heart arteries everyone should know

Blocked arteries in the heart are a serious health problem that affects millions of people around the world. Doctors call this condition coronary artery...

Scientists discover a new cause of autism

Autism is a developmental condition that affects how people communicate, learn, and interact with others. It usually appears in early childhood and continues throughout...

Common painkiller may lower blood pressure when given in hospital

Acetaminophen is one of the most commonly used medicines in the world. Many people take it to reduce fever, ease headaches, or relieve mild...

Medicinal cannabis shows promise for endometriosis pain relief

Endometriosis is a painful condition that affects millions of people around the world. It occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus...

Long-term challenges for people with single‑ventricle heart disease

Some babies are born with serious heart problems that require surgery very early in life. One of the most complex conditions is called single‑ventricle...

Difficult people in your life may speed up your aging by 1.5%

Most people know that stressful relationships can ruin a day or make life feel more difficult. Arguments with family members, tension with coworkers, or...

One‑third of humans carry a hidden parasite in the body

A parasite called Toxoplasma gondii infects an enormous number of people around the world. Scientists estimate that up to one‑third of the global population...