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How to keep Christmas safe from food poisoning

Christmas is a time for family, good food, and celebration, not for a trip to the emergency room.Yet every year, hospitals across World report a spike in food...

42 percent of cancer cases could be prevented through lifestyle changes

Small everyday choices can have a major impact on the risk of developing cancer. Research and oncologists’ own habits point in the same direction.

Pimples you should not squeeze, according to dermatologists

Many people try to deal with problem skin on their own. However, experts warn that one particular type of pimple requires extra caution.

Adenovirus is circulating again and cannot be treated

This virus is often overlooked, even though the vast majority of people are infected early in life.

Depressive symptoms may increase dementia risk by up to 50 percent

Six symptoms in midlife may have a greater impact on dementia risk than previously thought.

How to keep Christmas safe from food poisoning

Christmas is a time for family, good food, and celebration, not for a trip to the emergency room.Yet every year, hospitals across World report a spike in food...

42 percent of cancer cases could be prevented through lifestyle changes

Small everyday choices can have a major impact on the risk of developing cancer. Research and oncologists’ own habits point in the same direction.

Pimples you should not squeeze, according to dermatologists

Many people try to deal with problem skin on their own. However, experts warn that one particular type of pimple requires extra caution.

Adenovirus is circulating again and cannot be treated

This virus is often overlooked, even though the vast majority of people are infected early in life.

Smoking and vaping both increase diabetes risk, scientists warn

Smoking and vaping both increase diabetes risk, scientists warn.

New study finds contraceptive pill may lower breast cancer risk

A small U.K. study suggests that a medication better known for emergency contraception may alter breast tissue in ways that could lower future cancer risk.

Breakthrough drug could protect millions from malaria

A new drug called GanLum has shown over 97% success in treating malaria, offering fresh hope as resistance to standard medicines grows.

New model aims to predict Alzheimer’s much earlier

A long-running Mayo Clinic project has led to a new model that estimates who is most likely to develop Alzheimer's.

Spanish congress warns that antibiotic resistance is outpacing new treatments

Researchers cautioned that antibiotic-resistant bacteria could become one of the world’s deadliest health challenges.

New bat virus discovered in Brazil shows similarities to COVID-19

Scientists have discovered a new bat virus in Brazil that shares a key genetic feature with COVID-19, raising concerns about its potential to infect humans.