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Mystery parasite outbreak leaves US health officials searching for answers

Health officials are racing to identify the source behind a growing multi-state parasite outbreak.

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.

Mystery parasite outbreak leaves US health officials searching for answers

Health officials are racing to identify the source behind a growing multi-state parasite outbreak.

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.

Maintaining healthy gums could help lower your risk of heart disease

New research shows that inflammation in the gums may do more than harm your teeth — it could be an early warning sign of heart disease.

Scientists may have found the key to GLP-1-based weight loss — without the worst side effects

New brain research suggests that GLP-1 medications may offer weight loss without the most uncomfortable side effects.

New drug candidate compared to existing GLP-1 treatments

A new weight-loss drug working through a different hormone pathway is raising interest among specialists who say it could expand future treatment options.

Kiwifruit might be the answer to your digestion problems

New research challenges long-standing dietary advice for chronic constipation and points to a surprising solution.

Research explores link between hair colour and wound recovery

A new study suggests that a common pigment gene may subtly influence how quickly the skin repairs itself.

Long-term study shows lasting health effects of eating disorders

A major new study shows that eating disorders leave long-lasting effects on both physical and mental health, even years after diagnosis.