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What your hair texture and loss can reveal about your thyroid health

A 2023 review links diffuse shedding and texture changes to thyroid dysfunction.

Researchers test new method against brain damage after stroke – and it works

Researchers have investigated a new method designed to help the brain recover after a stroke.

Walking more steps a day may control asthma as well as the gym

A new trial in moderate-to-severe asthma matched simple walking against supervised gym sessions.

How to know when your child is too sick for school

It can be difficult to know when a sick child should stay home from school and when they...

The FDA just cleared a blood test for Alzheimer’s

A simple blood draw can now help doctors check for the plaques tied to Alzheimer's.

What your hair texture and loss can reveal about your thyroid health

A 2023 review links diffuse shedding and texture changes to thyroid dysfunction.

Researchers test new method against brain damage after stroke – and it works

Researchers have investigated a new method designed to help the brain recover after a stroke.

Walking more steps a day may control asthma as well as the gym

A new trial in moderate-to-severe asthma matched simple walking against supervised gym sessions.

How to know when your child is too sick for school

It can be difficult to know when a sick child should stay home from school and when they...

10 Headache Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

We all experience headaches from time to time, but not all headaches are harmless. While most are caused by stress, dehydration, or lack of...

A Simple Eye Test Could Reveal Your Stroke Risk

Scientists have discovered a groundbreaking way to assess stroke risk—by examining the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This non-invasive method could provide an...

Can You Taste That? How Lung Cancer Makes Its Presence Known

Lung cancer is among the most frequently diagnosed cancers and one of the deadliest. In the U.S., around 234,000 new cases are identified annually,...

Do You Frequently Take Paracetamol? New Research Reveals Hidden Risks

Most people have reached for a pain relief pill on a bad day. Paracetamol, the most common painkiller, is often a quick solution for...