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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.

Your gut bacteria may be quietly shaping how strong you are

Older adults who carried one fiber-loving microbe had far stronger hands.

7 warning signs of giant cell arteritis most people over 50 mistake for a headache

Giant cell arteritis mimics an ordinary headache but can steal sight in days.

Heart rate variability by age: the ranges that reveal how well your body recovers

Your smartwatch shows you a number in milliseconds. Here is what a healthy one looks like.

If you drink alcohol, the type you choose may affect your heart risk

A large UK study points to a sharp split between wine and everything else.

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.

Your gut bacteria may be quietly shaping how strong you are

Older adults who carried one fiber-loving microbe had far stronger hands.

7 warning signs of giant cell arteritis most people over 50 mistake for a headache

Giant cell arteritis mimics an ordinary headache but can steal sight in days.

Heart rate variability by age: the ranges that reveal how well your body recovers

Your smartwatch shows you a number in milliseconds. Here is what a healthy one looks like.

A common blood-pressure drug shows an unexpected link to cancer research

A familiar hypertension drug is drawing new attention after researchers uncovered an unexpected connection to cancer science.

Why your skin dries out – and what you can do about it

Dry skin often creeps up during the colder months, but everyday habits, genetics and health factors all play a role.

Weather has little impact on how many calories you burn

Many runners swear winter miles burn more fat, while others insist summer heat melts calories faster. A Danish researcher explains the truth.

This new vaccine aims to prevent lung cancer at its earliest stage

A groundbreaking clinical trial is set to explore whether a new vaccine can stop lung cancer before the disease has a chance to develop.

Cardiologist reveals 15 simple ways to lower blood pressure

Having both diabetes and high blood pressure greatly increases the risk of serious health issues such as heart attack and stroke.According to experts,...

Common Kitchen Mistakes That Could Make You Sick

Many cases of food poisoning can be avoided by changing a few simple kitchen habits.Here are the most common mistakes that increase your...