Diseases

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.

Common signs linked to high blood pressure

Most people feel completely fine, even as this hidden condition quietly increases the risk of serious disease.

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.

Analysis of 124,837 people: Aspirin provides no reliable protection against colorectal cancer

Many people take aspirin daily to protect their health. However, new research suggests that its effect against colorectal cancer is uncertain.

New discovery could lead to future malaria treatments

An international team of researchers has investigated how the malaria parasite reproduces. The findings could have implications for the development of future medicines.

These physical symptoms may be signs of high cholesterol

High cholesterol is often described as a silent condition because it usually develops without clear warning signs. However, certain symptoms linked to circulation and...

Scientists study nasal spray that could target multiple airborne illnesses

Scientists are developing a nasal spray that could one day help protect against several respiratory illnesses, but the research is still in its early stages.

How covid-19 develops day by day throughout the course of the illness

Covid-19 can develop differently from person to person. Symptoms usually appear a few days after infection and can vary in both order and severity.Here...

Spain introduces new drug for rare genetic form of ALS

Doctors in Spain have begun using a new treatment that could slow the progression of a rare genetic form of ALS.