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New treatment could slow Alzheimer’s in many patients
Researchers report encouraging real-world results for a promising Alzheimer's drug.
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Common contact lens mistake left woman facing vision loss
A rare eye infection has prompted doctors to repeat an important warning for contact lens wearers.
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New blood test could spot heart disease risk up to 15 years early
Researchers say a new AI-powered blood test could identify heart disease risk up to 15 years before symptoms appear.
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New drug shows promise for millions with kidney disease
A major international study suggests an existing drug could slow kidney disease in millions of patients without diabetes.
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New study identifies the painkillers linked to the highest overdose risk
A new British study has identified which opioid painkillers are most closely linked to life threatening breathing problems....
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New treatment could slow Alzheimer’s in many patients
Researchers report encouraging real-world results for a promising Alzheimer's drug.
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Common contact lens mistake left woman facing vision loss
A rare eye infection has prompted doctors to repeat an important warning for contact lens wearers.
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New blood test could spot heart disease risk up to 15 years early
Researchers say a new AI-powered blood test could identify heart disease risk up to 15 years before symptoms appear.
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New drug shows promise for millions with kidney disease
A major international study suggests an existing drug could slow kidney disease in millions of patients without diabetes.
Major breakthrough could help detect multiple sclerosis 10 years earlier
New research suggests early warning signs of multiple sclerosis may be hiding in the bloodstream years before symptoms appear.
Millions take Omeprazole — but few know about this challenge
Experts say some people may experience returning symptoms and unexpected challenges when trying to stop Omeprazole after long-term use.
That ringing in your ears may be telling you something important
Experts say a persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears could be one of the earliest warning signs of hearing loss, even before noticeable hearing problems begin.
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.
Scientists raise questions over nitrate in drinking water after dementia link found
A major study of more than 54,000 people has found that nitrate from drinking water may be linked to a higher risk of dementia, while nitrate from vegetables was associated with a lower risk.
Doctors warn: These symptoms could point to ovarian cancer
Many women experience symptoms long before an ovarian cancer diagnosis is made. Here are eight warning signs that doctors say should not be ignored.When...