Body

Irregular menstruation may be a sign of an underlying disease

New recommendations suggest that irregular menstruation should be investigated more thoroughly. The aim is to enable earlier diagnosis and ensure more consistent treatment.

Doctors found 38 parasites in her brain years after a holiday

A holiday she thought was long behind her turned into a life-changing medical ordeal after doctors discovered dozens of parasites in her brain years later.

Why you should never scratch a mosquito bite, according to scientists

Scratching a bug bite may feel satisfying in the moment, but experts say it could actually make the irritation last much longer.

A simple tape measure test could reveal your heart disease risk

According to a cardiologist, a simple measurement with a measuring tape can indicate whether there is reason to have your risk of heart disease assessed more closely.

Weight loss drugs may help fight migraines

Early research suggests GLP-1 drugs may reduce migraine symptoms in some patients.

Irregular menstruation may be a sign of an underlying disease

New recommendations suggest that irregular menstruation should be investigated more thoroughly. The aim is to enable earlier diagnosis and ensure more consistent treatment.

Doctors found 38 parasites in her brain years after a holiday

A holiday she thought was long behind her turned into a life-changing medical ordeal after doctors discovered dozens of parasites in her brain years later.

Why you should never scratch a mosquito bite, according to scientists

Scratching a bug bite may feel satisfying in the moment, but experts say it could actually make the irritation last much longer.

A simple tape measure test could reveal your heart disease risk

According to a cardiologist, a simple measurement with a measuring tape can indicate whether there is reason to have your risk of heart disease assessed more closely.

How to protect your stomach during the holidays

The holidays bring joy, comfort, and delicious meals, but for people with sensitive stomachs, festive feasts can quickly turn into discomfort.

Why your body fights back when you try to lose weight

Your body isn’t sabotaging your weight loss, it’s protecting you. Here’s how biology, not willpower, shapes why keeping weight off is so hard.

Redefining fitness after 50 is essential if you want to avoid injuries

You can stay strong and active well into your 50s and 60s, but your body needs you to train differently.

Blueberries may help strengthen babies’ immune systems, study finds

New research suggests that a simple addition to a baby’s diet may boost immunity and lower the risk of allergies later in life.

This is how long your leftovers can last in the fridge

Leftovers from yesterday’s dinner can easily turn into a delicious new meal. But how long can they really stay fresh in your fridge?

These healthy habits may protect people with diabetes from dementia

Eight simple heart health habits could help lower the risk of dementia for people living with type 2 diabetes.