Diseases

Early signs of skin cancer – and what you can do to reduce the risk

Small changes in the skin often seem harmless, but in some cases they can be signs of cancer.

Colonoscopy may offer reduced benefit for patients over 75

A new study on colorectal cancer screening suggests that the balance between benefits and risks becomes less clear after the age of 75.

Many skip public restrooms over hygiene fears – But experts warn of risks

Many people fear bacteria in public restrooms, but the risk is not what they expect. The key issue lies in something quite different from the toilet seat itself.

Signs of a heart attack that can appear a month before

Small, easily ignored changes in your body could be early warning signs of a heart attack weeks before it happens.

AI can detect liver cancer earlier – without advanced testing

Researchers are exploring new ways to use data in healthcare. The results suggest that simple AI solutions may be more effective than previously expected.

Early signs of skin cancer – and what you can do to reduce the risk

Small changes in the skin often seem harmless, but in some cases they can be signs of cancer.

Colonoscopy may offer reduced benefit for patients over 75

A new study on colorectal cancer screening suggests that the balance between benefits and risks becomes less clear after the age of 75.

Many skip public restrooms over hygiene fears – But experts warn of risks

Many people fear bacteria in public restrooms, but the risk is not what they expect. The key issue lies in something quite different from the toilet seat itself.

Signs of a heart attack that can appear a month before

Small, easily ignored changes in your body could be early warning signs of a heart attack weeks before it happens.

Experts question the idea that stomach flu starts at night

Many families believe stomach flu strikes at night, but researchers say the timing may have more to do with our awareness than with the virus itself.

New mpox variant detected – these are the symptoms to watch for

Halth authorities are tightening monitoring after confirming an imported mpox case.

Why hot toddy feels comforting when you’re sick

The hot toddy has survived centuries of home-remedy tradition, even though researchers disagree on how much relief it truly offers.

Mask advice resurfaces as NHS capacity tightens and flu numbers climb

Worsening flu pressures and the return of mask rules in some hospitals have prompted experts to outline how Brits can better protect themselves this winter.

New review suggests nitrous oxide may reshape approaches to treatment-resistant depression

A growing body of research suggests that nitrous oxide may join ketamine at the forefront of rapid-acting antidepressant approaches.

Researchers uncover early bone-health signals hidden in standard tests

A widely used blood test may reveal early shifts in bone strength long before traditional screening detects any problems.