Tag: Diseases

Cancer symptoms many people overlook in everyday life

An oncologist warns about a number of subtle symptoms that many people mistakenly attribute to stress, aging, or common everyday health issues, reports Times...

Arthritis drug could become a new treatment for patients with depression

A new study suggests that depression in some people may be linked to the body's level of inflammation.

WHO lowers number of suspected Ebola cases

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reduced the number of possible Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo following new assessments and testing.

Overlooked organ linked to longer life and lower disease risk

Researchers say a tiny organ long thought to be unimportant in adulthood could hold surprising clues to longevity, disease risk, and cancer survival.

This much exercise can reduce the risk of inherited heart disease

New research suggests that physical activity may help people with a hereditary risk of heart disease.

New treatment reduced or eliminated tumors in several cancer patients

A new clinical trial has shown promising results for cancer patients who no longer benefit from the most common treatment options.