Forecasting migraines with new stress model
Migraine, one of the most widespread neurological disorders, has proven a difficult beast to tame. The seemingly random occurrence of…
Osteopenia: Causes, treatments, and prevention
The bones contain minerals including phosphate and calcium that make them strong and dense. The weaker the bones, the easier…
Experts call for comprehensive, global initiative to combat hearing loss
A team of hearing experts at Duke University School of Medicine and the Duke Global Health Institute is calling for…
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Female genital sores: Causes and diagnosis
Female genital sores have a number of causes, the most common of which are sexually transmitted infections, including herpes.
Combining vitamin C with antibiotics destroys cancer stem cells
A combination of vitamin C and antibiotics could be key to killing cancer stem cells, a new study finds, paving…
Fever in pregnancy tied to higher risk of autism
A study of a large group of children found a link between raised risk of autism spectrum disorder and their…
Arthritis drug could cure severe heart condition
A drug currently being trialed for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis has the potential to be the first ever drug…
Diabetes drug found to reduce heart and kidney disease risk
Type 2 diabetes is becoming more and more widespread, and with it the risk of associated conditions such as stroke…
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Potato allergy: Risk factors and symptoms
Potatoes are a staple crop in many countries and can be an important part of a balanced and nutritious diet.…
Allergic and asthmatic bronchitis: Causes and treatments
The bronchial tubes carry air into the lungs from the mouth and nose. When the lining of the bronchial tubes…
Testicular cancer: More genetic risk markers found
A new study brings closer the day when healthy men will be able to undergo a genetic test that shows…
Excess weight may reduce early death risk for older adults with diabetes
Many of us are aware of the health risks associated with being overweight or obese. A new study, however, finds…
Eye stroke: Symptoms, risks, and treatment
The eyes, as all the body's organs, depend on the flow of oxygen-rich blood to function.