Diseases
Extreme heat may be harming your body in more ways than doctors previously realized
A Chicago study links extreme heat to 33 diagnoses far beyond heatstroke.
Diseases
On blood pressure meds? Missing more than 1 in 5 doses may erase most of the heart benefit
A large new analysis suggests casual pill-skipping erases most of the heart protection blood pressure drugs are proven to deliver.
Diseases
7 back pain signs that point to inflammation, not a pulled muscle
A pattern in your back pain can point to inflammation, not muscle strain.
Diseases
Fatty liver disease may affect 1 in 3 adults: 7 subtle clues doctors want you to know
Fatty liver disease can progress for years without obvious symptoms, but these seven signs may reveal when something is wrong.
Diseases
8 warning signs of ulcerative colitis most people confuse with IBS
These warning signs could reveal when common digestive problems are pointing to something more serious
Diseases
Extreme heat may be harming your body in more ways than doctors previously realized
A Chicago study links extreme heat to 33 diagnoses far beyond heatstroke.
Diseases
On blood pressure meds? Missing more than 1 in 5 doses may erase most of the heart benefit
A large new analysis suggests casual pill-skipping erases most of the heart protection blood pressure drugs are proven to deliver.
Diseases
7 back pain signs that point to inflammation, not a pulled muscle
A pattern in your back pain can point to inflammation, not muscle strain.
Diseases
Fatty liver disease may affect 1 in 3 adults: 7 subtle clues doctors want you to know
Fatty liver disease can progress for years without obvious symptoms, but these seven signs may reveal when something is wrong.
One-year obesity program shows lasting weight loss
A treatment program focused on building new habits and providing ongoing support appears to produce long-lasting results.
New research reveals what anesthesia does to your brain
Many people think of anesthesia as nothing more than a deep sleep, but new research suggests the brain behaves in a much more complex...
Migraine with aura linked to 73 percent higher risk of stroke
Some types of migraine may be associated with a higher risk of stroke, according to a new study.
Craving candy? Try dried jackfruit instead
Many people reach for candy when they crave something sweet, but dried jackfruit could be a good alternative.
New blood test could make unpleasant cancer examination unnecessary
A new blood test could make it easier to identify women with uterine cancer while sparing many from undergoing an uncomfortable examination.
How to effectively disinfect your home after illness
A thorough and properly carried out cleaning routine can help reduce the risk of infection, experts say.