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Kidney stones: seasonal patterns and prevention
A common summer habit could be quietly increasing your risk of painful kidney stones.
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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.
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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.
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Non-drug therapies show promise for osteoarthritis
Simple, everyday treatments may offer safer and more effective relief for knee pain than commonly used medication.
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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.
Body
Kidney stones: seasonal patterns and prevention
A common summer habit could be quietly increasing your risk of painful kidney stones.
Body
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.
Body
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.
Body
Non-drug therapies show promise for osteoarthritis
Simple, everyday treatments may offer safer and more effective relief for knee pain than commonly used medication.
Declining birth rates may affect the risk of ovarian cancer
A large study from South Korea suggests that changes in women’s childbirth patterns may influence the risk of ovarian cancer.
Why your urine may smell like popcorn – and when to be concerned
Most people do not think about the smell of their urine because it is usually mild.However, if you suddenly notice a scent resembling popcorn,...
Study finds four key risk factors present in most first heart attacks
New international research suggests that first heart attacks and strokes are rarely sudden, but often the result of long-standing, detectable risk factors.
Symptoms that may indicate reduced heart function
Subtle changes in your body may be early indicators that your heart is not functioning at its best.
Oral cancer may begin with minor, overlooked symptoms
Small, persistent changes inside the mouth can sometimes signal something far more serious than a simple sore.
Long-term reflux may increase the risk of esophageal cancer
According to experts, persistent symptoms can, in rare cases, lead to cancer.