Diseases

Kidney stones: seasonal patterns and prevention

A common summer habit could be quietly increasing your risk of painful kidney stones.

An everyday vitamin is being tested in cancer treatment

Early research suggests a common vitamin could help the body fight one of the deadliest forms of brain cancer — but scientists urge caution.

Scientists study the relationship between coffee and fatty liver disease

New research suggests that regular coffee consumption may play a role in protecting the liver from fatty liver disease and fibrosis.

Non-drug therapies show promise for osteoarthritis

Simple, everyday treatments may offer safer and more effective relief for knee pain than commonly used medication.

Study finds 31% reduction in first heart attacks with cholesterol drug

A widely used cholesterol drug may cut first-time heart attack risk by 31%—even before disease is detected.

Kidney stones: seasonal patterns and prevention

A common summer habit could be quietly increasing your risk of painful kidney stones.

An everyday vitamin is being tested in cancer treatment

Early research suggests a common vitamin could help the body fight one of the deadliest forms of brain cancer — but scientists urge caution.

Scientists study the relationship between coffee and fatty liver disease

New research suggests that regular coffee consumption may play a role in protecting the liver from fatty liver disease and fibrosis.

Non-drug therapies show promise for osteoarthritis

Simple, everyday treatments may offer safer and more effective relief for knee pain than commonly used medication.

Doctor outlines physical symptoms associated with dementia

Dementia is most commonly associated with memory loss and language difficulties. However, the condition can also manifest through a range of physical changes that...

Scientists develop antibody against virus linked to MS and cancer

A common lifelong virus linked to multiple sclerosis and cancer may soon be stopped by a newly developed human antibody.

Study finds COVID-19 and flu differ in long-term brain effects

Even mild viral infections can leave lasting traces long after the illness has passed. New research highlights significant differences between the two diseases.

Authorities issue warning to patients on common heart medication

A fatal case has prompted officials to review the safety guidance given to patients taking a widely prescribed blood thinner.

6400 yearly cancer deaths potentially linked to nuclear power plants

New U.S. research points to a possible connection between nuclear power plants and cancer mortality.

Study detects higher levels of microplastics in prostate tumors

A U.S. study has found higher levels of microplastics in prostate tumors than in healthy tissue.