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.
Your gut bacteria may be quietly deciding how fast your arteries age
A new HELIUS study links specific gut microbes to healthier blood vessels in 2,446 adults.
8 early warning signs of psoriasis many people mistake for dry skin
More than 8 million Americans live with psoriasis, yet the first clues often go unread for years.
How to take control of your alcohol habits after the holidays
Struggling to drop the summer wine? Researchers point to one simple trick that cuts the cravings.
How to make the most of your morning coffee
Forget about checking your phone with your morning coffee. A new habit lasting just a few minutes can make a huge difference for your brain.
7 early warning signs of macular degeneration you should not miss
Early AMD gives no warning. These are the vision changes to watch for.
7 warning signs of oral cancer most people mistake for something minor
Most early oral cancers start as changes that look like nothing.