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Heart surgeon warns against soft drinks: Calls them “liquid death”

Several health experts are warning about a beverage that many people consume every day.

Four health checks every woman should consider after turning 40

A cardiologist highlights four routine health checks that can help detect health problems at an early stage.

Can damaged kidneys heal? New study offers hope

An existing drug may also prove useful in treating kidney damage.

One hour in the sun left her fighting for her life

What began as a relaxing afternoon ended in a fight for survival.

How extreme heat can affect your body

Several days of extreme heat can put significant strain on your body and make it harder to maintain...

Heart surgeon warns against soft drinks: Calls them “liquid death”

Several health experts are warning about a beverage that many people consume every day.

Four health checks every woman should consider after turning 40

A cardiologist highlights four routine health checks that can help detect health problems at an early stage.

Can damaged kidneys heal? New study offers hope

An existing drug may also prove useful in treating kidney damage.

One hour in the sun left her fighting for her life

What began as a relaxing afternoon ended in a fight for survival.

New research suggests rising heat might trigger earlier births

Scientists uncover molecular signals that may explain why hotter days raise the risk of preterm delivery.

New study: Even a few cigarettes a day can damage the heart

New research suggests that smoking just a few cigarettes a day is enough to raise the risk of serious heart problems.

Lab-grown cardiac patch shows early promise

Researchers are testing a lab-grown heart patch that could repair damaged cardiac tissue through a small incision.

Researchers test new nasal drops that may help fight aggressive brain tumors

New nasal nanodrops may offer a noninvasive way to target one of the deadliest brain cancers.

Dermatologist: Lip balm doesn’t cause addiction

A long-running rumor claims that frequent lip balm use makes your lips dependent on it. A dermatologist explains what’s really happening when lips feel endlessly dry.

Doctors explain why urinating in the shower may affect bladder health

Health specialists say a common shower habit could subtly change the way your bladder responds to everyday cues.