Diseases
7 warning signs of kidney stones most people mistake for something else
Waves of flank pain, pink-tinged urine and a constant urge to go can all point to the same culprit, and one combination means the ER.
Diseases
8 early warning signs of osteoporosis most people miss until a bone breaks
The disease is called silent for a reason, but the body does drop clues.
Diseases
One daily sugary drink may more than double your risk of stomach cancer
A decades-long US study of more than 112,000 adults found a 2.45-fold higher risk among daily soda drinkers.
Body
Researchers discover years-long traces in the gut after common medications
Your gut may still carry the imprint of medicines you stopped taking years ago, according to new research from scientists at the University of Tartu.
Diseases
How well should you hear at your age? The benchmarks most people don’t know
Federal hearing data shows where the line between normal and impaired sits at every stage of adult life.
Diseases
7 warning signs of kidney stones most people mistake for something else
Waves of flank pain, pink-tinged urine and a constant urge to go can all point to the same culprit, and one combination means the ER.
Diseases
8 early warning signs of osteoporosis most people miss until a bone breaks
The disease is called silent for a reason, but the body does drop clues.
Diseases
One daily sugary drink may more than double your risk of stomach cancer
A decades-long US study of more than 112,000 adults found a 2.45-fold higher risk among daily soda drinkers.
Body
Researchers discover years-long traces in the gut after common medications
Your gut may still carry the imprint of medicines you stopped taking years ago, according to new research from scientists at the University of Tartu.
Have you quit smoking? It could reduce your risk of dementia
A major new study suggests that one specific lifestyle change may be linked to a lower risk of developing dementia later in life.
Scientists investigate possible vision risk with wegovy
Researchers are investigating whether Wegovy could be linked to a rare eye condition that, in severe cases, may lead to sudden vision loss.
These drinks may reduce the effect of blood pressure medication
Many people with high blood pressure pay attention to diet and exercise, but several common beverages may also play an important role in how well their medication works.
These small mistakes can lead to misleadingly high blood pressure readings
High blood pressure can develop without obvious symptoms. That is why experts recommend checking blood pressure regularly and ensuring that measurements are taken correctly.
Scientists develop promising therapy for vision loss
A new laser-based treatment could help the eye repair itself before vision loss becomes permanent.
New mothers often neglect their own meals, study finds
A Swedish study shows that many women do not focus on their own eating habits after giving birth.