Diseases
7 warning signs of a pulmonary embolism most people mistake for anxiety or chest pain
A pulmonary embolism is a medical emergency, and the first symptoms are easy to write off.
Diseases
The AHA says 80% of heart attacks may be preventable: the 5 habits that matter
A new American Heart Association guidance names the daily choices that matter most.
Diseases
A single blood draw could now screen your body for more than 50 cancers at once
A new multi-cancer blood test is now available.
Diseases
What inflammation is doing to your mood, and what it could mean for depression
A growing body of research links chronic inflammation to depression and anxiety symptoms.
Diseases
Your blood pressure reading at the doctor’s office may not reflect your real numbers
New US guidelines say clinic readings alone can misclassify millions of adults.
Diseases
7 warning signs of a pulmonary embolism most people mistake for anxiety or chest pain
A pulmonary embolism is a medical emergency, and the first symptoms are easy to write off.
Diseases
The AHA says 80% of heart attacks may be preventable: the 5 habits that matter
A new American Heart Association guidance names the daily choices that matter most.
Diseases
A single blood draw could now screen your body for more than 50 cancers at once
A new multi-cancer blood test is now available.
Diseases
What inflammation is doing to your mood, and what it could mean for depression
A growing body of research links chronic inflammation to depression and anxiety symptoms.
Researchers find link between oat consumption and risk of developing diabetes
A large research review has brought together existing knowledge on oats and the risk of serious diseases.
Novo Nordisk introduces first oral treatment for obesity
A new medical treatment could be significant for many people with obesity, as it no longer requires injections.
These nail changes may point to underlying conditions
Nails are rarely regarded as an indicator of health. Nevertheless, several professional sources suggest that they can contain valuable information.
Combined abdominal obesity and muscle loss linked to 83% higher risk of death
A long-term study of adults over 50 shows that the combination of abdominal fat and muscle loss is linked to an 83% higher risk of death, highlighting a largely overlooked health risk in ageing.
New research has identified a method for producing healthier chips
For many years, healthy snacks have struggled to compete with classic chips. New research now suggests that a modified preparation method could make chips a healthier alternative.
Artificial food dyes and their potential effects on children’s health
Growing scientific evidence suggests that artificial food coloring may affect some children’s behavior and health, prompting closer scrutiny of everyday processed foods.