Diseases

A new blood test for colorectal cancer just got FDA approval – who should get it?

Adults 45 and older at average risk can now get screened for colorectal cancer with a simple blood test.

NIH finds rare antibodies that could block the red meat allergy triggered by tick bites

NIH scientists have found antibodies that blocked the immune response behind the red meat allergy in the lab.

Measles has killed a US adult for the first time in 2026

An unvaccinated 40-year-old in Pennsylvania is the third US measles death of 2026.

These things may affect your cancer risk

Everyday life is full of advice about habits that are said to affect the risk of cancer.However, according...

These foods may be linked to an increased risk of prostate cancer

New research suggests that what men eat and drink may be associated with their risk of developing prostate cancer.

A new blood test for colorectal cancer just got FDA approval – who should get it?

Adults 45 and older at average risk can now get screened for colorectal cancer with a simple blood test.

NIH finds rare antibodies that could block the red meat allergy triggered by tick bites

NIH scientists have found antibodies that blocked the immune response behind the red meat allergy in the lab.

Measles has killed a US adult for the first time in 2026

An unvaccinated 40-year-old in Pennsylvania is the third US measles death of 2026.

These things may affect your cancer risk

Everyday life is full of advice about habits that are said to affect the risk of cancer.However, according...

Do you drink a lot of coffee? Your genes may determine the consequences

Coffee plays a central role in many people’s daily lives, but new research suggests that its effect on the heart is not the same for everyone.

New research: Fructose may increase the risk of lifestyle diseases

Researchers suggest that fructose plays a greater role in the development of lifestyle-related diseases than previously assumed.

New study links pesticide exposure to higher cancer rates

New research suggests everyday exposure to pesticide mixtures could significantly increase cancer risk over time.

New discovery: Licorice may help treat inflammatory bowel disease

Researchers have identified a compound derived from licorice that could become a new treatment for intestinal diseases.

Two servings of nuts a week may support cancer recovery, study finds

New research points to a possible link between dietary choices and disease progression.

Significant increase in acne among young adults, new figures show

New figures reveal a clear shift in who is developing acne.