Diseases

X-Men actor reveals breast cancer diagnosis – here are the signs you should know

Breast cancer also affects men, although it is rare. A well-known actor has now shared his diagnosis.

New treatment for prostate cancer reduces the number of radiation therapy sessions

A new treatment will soon become available for men with prostate cancer.

Millions suffer from reflux – yet many are unaware of the cancer risk

Many people experience reflux, but the condition can also lead to more serious health problems.

Popular blood pressure drug raises new kidney concerns

A commonly prescribed blood pressure drug is now under scrutiny after researchers found a possible link to worsening kidney disease in people with type 2 diabetes.

New obesity drug reduced sleep apnea by 60 percent in trials

A new obesity drug has shown promising results in large-scale trials.

X-Men actor reveals breast cancer diagnosis – here are the signs you should know

Breast cancer also affects men, although it is rare. A well-known actor has now shared his diagnosis.

New treatment for prostate cancer reduces the number of radiation therapy sessions

A new treatment will soon become available for men with prostate cancer.

Millions suffer from reflux – yet many are unaware of the cancer risk

Many people experience reflux, but the condition can also lead to more serious health problems.

Popular blood pressure drug raises new kidney concerns

A commonly prescribed blood pressure drug is now under scrutiny after researchers found a possible link to worsening kidney disease in people with type 2 diabetes.

Changes in fingernails may indicate certain underlying health issues

Subtle changes in your fingernails could be early signs of underlying health issues you shouldn’t ignore.

Common sugar alternative may affect brain blood vessels

A simple switch in your daily diet may carry risks scientists are only beginning to understand.

New guidelines recommend earlier cholesterol screening

A quiet change in medical advice could mean your heart health timeline starts much earlier than you think.

Specific risk groups are advised to pay particular attention to prostate cancer screening

More than a million men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year worldwide. A leading surgeon is now urging men to take one essential...

Young man’s cancer case highlights overlooked early symptom

A subtle symptom dismissed as harmless turned out to signal a life-threatening diagnosis in a young patient.

New study: Living with a dog may raise risk of acute asthma attacks in children

Many families with children affected by asthma have a dog, but what impact does this have on the disease? New research sheds light on this question.