Diseases
7 in 10 cancer patients now survive – a historic high, and the gains are real
US five-year cancer survival has reached 70% for the first time on record.
Body
Is your BMI accurate? Body fat scans get it wrong for more than 1 in 3 adults
When researchers compared BMI with gold-standard body fat scans, one in three "obese" adults were not.
Diseases
More than 8 in 10 people with prediabetes don’t know it. Do you have these signs?
An estimated 115 million American adults have prediabetes, and most have no idea.
Diseases
7 warning signs of polycystic kidney disease most people mistake for back pain
Most people who carry PKD have no symptoms until their 30s or 40s.
Body
Your gut bacteria may be quietly shaping how strong you are
Older adults who carried one fiber-loving microbe had far stronger hands.
Diseases
7 in 10 cancer patients now survive – a historic high, and the gains are real
US five-year cancer survival has reached 70% for the first time on record.
Body
Is your BMI accurate? Body fat scans get it wrong for more than 1 in 3 adults
When researchers compared BMI with gold-standard body fat scans, one in three "obese" adults were not.
Diseases
More than 8 in 10 people with prediabetes don’t know it. Do you have these signs?
An estimated 115 million American adults have prediabetes, and most have no idea.
Diseases
7 warning signs of polycystic kidney disease most people mistake for back pain
Most people who carry PKD have no symptoms until their 30s or 40s.
Over-the-counter drugs can raise blood pressure – even when they seem harmless
Many people reach for common cold remedies without realizing that some over-the-counter medicines can quietly push blood pressure higher.
New research suggests certain foods may help reduce blood pressure
High blood pressure remains one of the most widespread chronic conditions, and even slight reductions are known to ease strain on the heart and blood vessels.
Experts: Vitamin gummies are unnecessary for most children
Parents increasingly buy vitamin products designed to look like treats, yet specialists question whether the appeal matches the actual need.
Finnish studies explain why using a sauna is healthy for you
As sauna bathing becomes a staple of wellness culture, scientists are trying to clarify whether the practice offers measurable health benefits.
Is an egg a day healthy? Here’s what dietitians say
Eggs are a staple in many households, but are they actually good for you, or should you pay attention to the critics?
Research: Bananas in smoothies may reduce nutrient absorption
The ingredients in smoothies require careful consideration to get the most out of their nutrients.