Diseases

Scientists raise questions over nitrate in drinking water after dementia link found

A major study of more than 54,000 people has found that nitrate from drinking water may be linked to a higher risk of dementia, while nitrate from vegetables was associated with a lower risk.

Defibrillator may have saved Christian Eriksen’s life – here is how it works

Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly match against Ukraine and was subsequently taken to hospital for further examinations.The...

First case of flesh-eating parasite confirmed

A rare discovery has raised concerns in parts of the United States. Several local authorities have already taken action.

Doctors warn: These symptoms could point to ovarian cancer

Many women experience symptoms long before an ovarian cancer diagnosis is made. Here are eight warning signs that...

New discovery could give doctors a five-year head start against lung cancer

Researchers have identified a blood signature that may predict lung cancer risk more than five years before diagnosis, raising hopes for earlier detection and prevention.

Scientists raise questions over nitrate in drinking water after dementia link found

A major study of more than 54,000 people has found that nitrate from drinking water may be linked to a higher risk of dementia, while nitrate from vegetables was associated with a lower risk.

Defibrillator may have saved Christian Eriksen’s life – here is how it works

Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly match against Ukraine and was subsequently taken to hospital for further examinations.The...

First case of flesh-eating parasite confirmed

A rare discovery has raised concerns in parts of the United States. Several local authorities have already taken action.

Doctors warn: These symptoms could point to ovarian cancer

Many women experience symptoms long before an ovarian cancer diagnosis is made. Here are eight warning signs that...

Analysis of 20,000 participants raises doubts about the effectiveness of Alzheimer’s medication

New research examines the effects of newer drugs for Alzheimer’s disease.

New study: Vitamin D may reduce diabetes risk in selected groups

New research suggests a possible link between vitamin D and the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Do you often eat takeaway? It could cost you months of your life

A new study shows that regularly consuming takeaway food may cause the body to age faster and increase the risk of illness and premature death.

Cruise ship affected by virus with mortality rate of up to 40 percent

A cruise ship is lying idle off Cape Verde as a serious illness spreads among passengers.

Your face may reveal your chances of surviving cancer

New research suggests that the face may reveal a person’s chances of surviving cancer.

Study examines cardiac arrest risk linked to common blood pressure drug

New research is raising concerns about a widely used blood pressure drug and its potential link to cardiac arrest risk.