Scientists uncover a key link in skin cancer growth and spread
Melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, develops from pigment-producing cells called melanocytes.
One major cause of melanoma is too much ultraviolet (UV) light exposure,...
Younger diabetes diagnosis linked to higher dementia risk, study finds
A new study has found that people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at a younger age face a higher risk of developing dementia compared...
Most Americans don’t know drinking alcohol raises cancer risk, study finds
A new survey shows that many Americans don’t realize drinking alcohol can increase the risk of cancer.
While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
How stress can cause heart disease and cancer
Stress is an unavoidable part of life, but its effects on the body can go far beyond temporary frustration or worry. Research has shown...
How to reduce sugar cravings in people with diabetes
Living with diabetes often means a constant battle with sugar cravings. These cravings can feel overwhelming and frustrating, especially when managing blood sugar levels...
Scientists find a big cause of early death in men
Scientists at the University of Virginia have discovered that the loss of the male Y chromosome, which happens in many men as they age,...
This drug may be safer and more effective than aspirin for heart patients
A recent study by the Cardiocentro Ticino Foundation suggests that P2Y12 inhibitors, a class of medications often used to prevent blood clots, could offer...
Scientists discover a surprising cause of autism
Autism is a developmental condition that affects about 1 in 59 children, with boys being four times more likely to have it than girls....
This weight-loss drug shows big heart health benefits
A recent study by researchers at UT Southwestern has found that the weight-loss drug liraglutide could offer significant benefits for heart health, particularly in...
This disease may be an early warning sign for pancreatic cancer
Scientists at Boston Medical Center have found a surprising link between gallstones and pancreatic cancer, specifically a type called pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC).
According to...