Diseases

Why stomach illness peaks in December – and what you can do about it

December is a time when people gather more frequently around food and social events. At the same time, the holiday season creates favorable conditions for the spread of infectious illnesses.

Flesh-eating parasite resurfaces, putting the authorities on alert

An insect that once caused major problems has once again come under the scrutiny of authorities.

Research explores ants as a source of new antibiotics

Antibiotic resistance is a growing threat, and new clues from nature suggest that ordinary ants may hold important keys to future treatments.

Cardiologist advises caution with certain over-the-counter medicines during flu season

Many people rely on familiar cold and flu remedies to stay functional in winter, but doctors warn that some of these medicines can place unexpected strain on the heart.

New test may detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier

Alzheimer’s is often diagnosed late in the course of the disease, which is why researchers have been investigating whether a simpler test could provide answers at an earlier stage.

Why stomach illness peaks in December – and what you can do about it

December is a time when people gather more frequently around food and social events. At the same time, the holiday season creates favorable conditions for the spread of infectious illnesses.

Flesh-eating parasite resurfaces, putting the authorities on alert

An insect that once caused major problems has once again come under the scrutiny of authorities.

Research explores ants as a source of new antibiotics

Antibiotic resistance is a growing threat, and new clues from nature suggest that ordinary ants may hold important keys to future treatments.

Cardiologist advises caution with certain over-the-counter medicines during flu season

Many people rely on familiar cold and flu remedies to stay functional in winter, but doctors warn that some of these medicines can place unexpected strain on the heart.

It Only Lasts a Few Minutes — But Ignoring This Sign Could Lead to a Stroke

A stroke doesn’t always strike without warning — but the body’s early signal can be brief and dangerously easy to ignore

New Discovery Reveals Cause of Dementia in Middle-Aged Adults

Groundbreaking research reveals a hidden culprit inside the body — and it might change everything.

Breakthrough Study: Can We Finally Detox Microplastics from Our Blood?

Microplastics have been found in the human body — but can they be removed? A new study explores whether a medical filtration technique could...

New Treatment Offers Hope for Children and Adults With Aggressive Leukemia

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed a potential new therapy for B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL), the most common childhood cancer. In...

New Alzheimer’s Treatment Could Change Everything

A new drug candidate developed at UCLA has shown remarkable effects in Alzheimer’s mouse models. Not only did it reduce toxic proteins in the...

This Is How Long You Can Sit Before It Starts Harming Your Health

Most people don’t realize that their daily sitting habits could be silently damaging their health.Whether at work or relaxing at home, excessive sitting...