Diseases

A heart attack at 80: A new trial suggests immediate treatment still beats waiting

A French trial tested a wait-and-see approach in patients 80 and older, and the routine strategy held up.

7 warning signs of skin cancer that have nothing to do with moles

The most common skin cancers look nothing like the mole you've been told to watch.

Kidney disease can show up in unexpected parts of the body

Fatigue, swelling and changes in urination can be among the body's early signals of kidney problems. Because kidney...

Getting vaccinated against shingles may cut your heart attack risk nearly in half

Two studies now tie the Shingrix vaccine to lower rates of heart attack and stroke.

If you have heart disease, your doctor should now be checking your kidneys too

New European guidelines say every heart patient needs a routine kidney check.

A heart attack at 80: A new trial suggests immediate treatment still beats waiting

A French trial tested a wait-and-see approach in patients 80 and older, and the routine strategy held up.

7 warning signs of skin cancer that have nothing to do with moles

The most common skin cancers look nothing like the mole you've been told to watch.

Kidney disease can show up in unexpected parts of the body

Fatigue, swelling and changes in urination can be among the body's early signals of kidney problems. Because kidney...

Getting vaccinated against shingles may cut your heart attack risk nearly in half

Two studies now tie the Shingrix vaccine to lower rates of heart attack and stroke.

Scientists say these three factors are behind most heart disease deaths

A major new study reveals the preventable risks behind most heart disease deaths.

Trump video goes viral – sparks new speculation about his health

A new television appearance by Donald Trump has sparked debate across social media.

10 common medications that deserve extra caution in hot weather

Hot weather can affect the body's ability to regulate temperature and maintain proper hydration. A pharmacist is warning that several commonly prescribed medications may...

These diseases can reveal themselves through your eyes

Changes in your eyes are not always just about your vision.In some cases, they can be a sign of diseases elsewhere in the body,...

Popular holiday destinations see rise in mosquito-borne diseases

Several European holiday destinations are under increased surveillance this summer.

Doctor warns: These cancer symptoms are often overlooked

An oncologist says these common symptoms are too often ignored until it's too late.