Diseases

Dentists reveal what mouthwash does to your oral health

Many people associate good oral hygiene with brushing and flossing, while mouthwash is a more debated product than many realize.Dentists point to several things that many people are not...

How to manage your cholesterol with simple changes

Have you been told that your cholesterol is a bit too high? You do not need to completely...

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.

Dentists reveal what mouthwash does to your oral health

Many people associate good oral hygiene with brushing and flossing, while mouthwash is a more debated product than many realize.Dentists point to several things that many people are not...

How to manage your cholesterol with simple changes

Have you been told that your cholesterol is a bit too high? You do not need to completely...

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.

Doctor highlights these surgeries as the most painful

Modern treatment has made surgeries less invasive, but both the procedures themselves and the recovery period can still be very demanding. The article is...

Simple neck test could help spot meningitis symptoms at home

A simple neck movement many people ignore could be an early warning sign of a serious infection.

One in three children suffers brain damage after meningitis

Meningitis can be treated quickly, but its consequences may last for many years and affect the brain.

Menopause increases the risk of high blood pressure – new research investigates why

New research examines how hormonal changes after menopause may affect women’s risk of high blood pressure and heart disease.

Gum bacteria may increase the risk of breast cancer, new study shows

New research links gum disease to the development of breast cancer.

The scale can be misleading: Belly fat may increase the risk of heart failure

Numbers on the scale are often used as a measure of health. However, new research shows that they do not provide the full picture.