Diseases

Whether you are the oldest or youngest sibling may shape which diseases you develop

A dataset of 10 million US siblings ties birth order to 150 different diagnoses.

These celebrities kept their cancer diagnoses out of the public eye

Some celebrities choose to speak openly about cancer, while others keep their illness private.Here are several celebrities who,...

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.

Whether you are the oldest or youngest sibling may shape which diseases you develop

A dataset of 10 million US siblings ties birth order to 150 different diagnoses.

These celebrities kept their cancer diagnoses out of the public eye

Some celebrities choose to speak openly about cancer, while others keep their illness private.Here are several celebrities who,...

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.

Low testosterone levels may increase prostate cancer risk by 60 percent

New research findings point to a possible link between testosterone levels and the development of prostate cancer.

Avoid food poisoning: The right way to store leftovers

Leftovers often seem harmless, but storage plays a major role if you want to avoid food poisoning.

Millions take metformin – new study reveals effects for cancer patients

A well-known diabetes drug may have a previously overlooked effect on the body’s metabolism.

New technology on the way – could detect cancer earlier

A new type of technology may be on the way to changing how early cancer is detected.

Doctor raises concerns over cereals and juice as a daily breakfast

Breakfast cereals are a daily staple on many tables, but a doctor’s assessment raises doubts about how healthy they really are.

These nail changes may indicate underlying heart or liver conditions

Subtle changes in your nails could be an early sign of hidden heart or liver conditions.