Body
Do you speak multiple languages? Your brain could be significantly younger
New research points to a link between our language experience and how the brain ages.
Diseases
AI can detect signs of cardiovascular disease in breast scans
Artificial intelligence can uncover new information from examinations that millions of women already undergo.
Diseases
One vaccine may prevent six cancers, and one of them is rising fast in men
Many Americans think of HPV shots as protection against cervical cancer only.
Diseases
Never being married may raise your cancer risk more than most people realize
A 4-million-case US analysis links never marrying to sharply higher rates of several cancers.
Diseases
AI taking notes at your doctor’s appointment may be getting your medications wrong
A patient watchdog warns transcription tools are misreading drug names and diagnoses.
Body
Do you speak multiple languages? Your brain could be significantly younger
New research points to a link between our language experience and how the brain ages.
Diseases
AI can detect signs of cardiovascular disease in breast scans
Artificial intelligence can uncover new information from examinations that millions of women already undergo.
Diseases
One vaccine may prevent six cancers, and one of them is rising fast in men
Many Americans think of HPV shots as protection against cervical cancer only.
Diseases
Never being married may raise your cancer risk more than most people realize
A 4-million-case US analysis links never marrying to sharply higher rates of several cancers.
Eating marzipan over the holidays? Here’s what it does to your body
Marzipan is a popular sweet treat, particularly during festive periods. But how does it actually affect the body?
Do you eat cheese? It may protect against dementia, a new study shows
A Japanese study has found that cheese consumption may influence the risk of developing dementia. However, the relationship is complex and far from clear-cut.
First confirmed leprosy cases in the EU in more than four decades
Romanian health authorities have confirmed rare leprosy cases for the first time in over 40 years, while stressing that the risk to the public remains low.
How much walking is healthy in your 60s? Experts weigh in
International health authorities have emphasized the importance of daily physical activity for many years.The World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that regular physical activity can...
Why multivitamin use could matter for blood pressure in older adults
A daily multivitamin may not change blood pressure for everyone, but new research suggests it could quietly matter for some older adults over time.
New study finds no evidence of persistent symptoms after Covid-19 vaccination
Danish study finds no increased risk of long-term adverse effects after Covid-19 vaccination.