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...

16 ALS cases in small village raise concerns over toxic mushroom

Several cases of illness in a small village have prompted researchers to investigate an unexpected possible cause.

Doctor accused of exploiting cancer patients with unproven treatments

Controversial treatment raises questions about accountability in the healthcare system.

More young people are getting cancer – researchers still searching for the cause

More young people are developing cancer, and researchers are still trying to understand why.

Methamphetamine linked to one in six heart attacks in new study

New research shows that some heart attack patients do not fit into traditional risk groups.

Dietary supplements for hair loss may interfere with cancer treatment

A widely used dietary supplement for hair loss may affect blood test results in cancer patients and thereby influence their treatment, new research shows.

Simple eye test could help detect Alzheimer’s sooner

Researchers are investigating how a simple eye examination could be used to detect Alzheimer’s earlier and more gently than current methods allow.