Diseases
A deadly ebola outbreak has now infected more than 10,000 people
Nearly 5,000 people have died since May, and the only vaccine trial targeting this strain just began last week.
Body
Scientists find little evidence that ergonomic office gear actually relieves pain
An expensive office chair or ergonomic keyboard might seem like the answer to workplace pain. But a major review of 20 studies suggests these popular fixes may offer far less relief than expected.
Diseases
New blood test detected lung cancer recurrence nearly 17 months before scans
Scientists are testing a simple blood draw that may spot cancer cells rebuilding long before any scanner picks them up.
Diseases
New study reveals why sugar could be more dangerous for some men
A new mouse study points to a hidden chain of events in the gut that may leave some men's livers more exposed to everyday sugar.
Tips for a Long Life
Scientists discover a village where women are three times more likely to reach 100
In the village outside the blue zone, women aged 70 have a roughly 1 in 7 chance of reaching 100.
Diseases
A deadly ebola outbreak has now infected more than 10,000 people
Nearly 5,000 people have died since May, and the only vaccine trial targeting this strain just began last week.
Body
Scientists find little evidence that ergonomic office gear actually relieves pain
An expensive office chair or ergonomic keyboard might seem like the answer to workplace pain. But a major review of 20 studies suggests these popular fixes may offer far less relief than expected.
Diseases
New blood test detected lung cancer recurrence nearly 17 months before scans
Scientists are testing a simple blood draw that may spot cancer cells rebuilding long before any scanner picks them up.
Diseases
New study reveals why sugar could be more dangerous for some men
A new mouse study points to a hidden chain of events in the gut that may leave some men's livers more exposed to everyday sugar.
The best time to eat pumpkin seeds for maximum health benefits
Pumpkin seeds are small but powerful, but when is the best time to eat them?
Researchers uncover strong link between dental health and stroke risk
A long-term study reveals that poor oral health may do more than harm your smile — it could quietly raise your risk of stroke.
Research shows immune changes after breastfeeding could prevent cancer
A new study suggests that breastfeeding may leave lasting immune protection in mothers, lowering their risk of breast cancer later in life.
New study: Ozempic and Wegovy protect the Heart
Millions take Ozempic or Wegovy to shed pounds, but new evidence suggests their benefits again go far deeper.
How to keep children safe from the risks of Halloween candy
Behind the colorful wrappers and the sugary excitement, doctors warn that some Halloween sweets may carry more risk than parents realize.
Reptiles’ pee could hold the key to treating kidney stones and gout
Scientists have discovered that reptile's pee might reveal new ways to prevent painful kidney stones and gout.