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Breast Cancer
Using light to destroy metastatic breast cancer
Medical News Today - By Ana Sandoiu
Dr. Nalinikanth Kotagiri of the Cincinnati Cancer Center in Ohio has just received the Department of Defense Breast Cancer Breakthrough Award to …
Muscle
12 natural muscle relaxers
Medical News Today - By Cathleen Crichton-Stuart
Experiencing muscle tightness and soreness at times is common. While some over-the-counter medications can help, many people are interested in using …
Diabetes
Why does diabetes cause fatigue?
Medical News Today - By Jenna Fletcher
Fatigue is a common symptom of diabetes and can result from high blood sugar levels and other symptoms and complications of the condition. Some …
Case Western Reserve University
Antibiotic resistance: Breakthrough study offers solution
Medical News Today - By Catharine Paddock PhD
Scientists have developed a potential solution to the rising global antibiotic resistance crisis. It lies in rendering bacteria ineffective without …
Medical Conditions
5 strange, rare, and fascinating medical conditions
Medical News Today - By Maria Cohut
There are medical conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, or asthma, that almost all of us will have heard of. But what about those that are so …
High Heels
What's the best way to get rid of a bunion?
Medical News Today - By Jayne Leonard
Bunion removal is when doctors use surgery to remove a bony bump, or bunion, that forms at the base of the big toe. People may require bunion removal …
Blood Tests
What is orthopnea?
Medical News Today - By Aaron Kandola
Orthopnea is a shortness of breath that affects a person when they are lying down but subsides in other positions, such as standing or sitting up. …
Weight Loss
Does the hCG diet work?
Medical News Today - By Jayne Leonard
The hCG diet combines the use of hormone supplements and calorie restriction to promote weight loss. However, there is no scientific evidence to …
Alzheimer's Disease
Herpes may account for 50 percent of Alzheimer's cases
Medical News Today - By David McNamee
The herpes virus could account for at least half of Alzheimer's cases, according to a new review of the findings of three recent studies examining …
Deductible
How to find private health insurance
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Health insurance can be an expensive addition to a person's monthly budget, and since 2014 it has been mandatory in the U.S. to have at least a basic …
Health Care
What is health insurance?
Medical News Today - By Adam Felman
Health insurance is a type of insurance coverage that covers the cost of an insured individual's medical and surgical expenses. Insurers use the term …
Stem Cells
What are stem cells, and what do they do?
Medical News Today - By Yvette Brazier
Cells in the body have specific purposes, but stem cells are cells that do not yet have a specific role and can become almost any cell that is …
Colon Cancer
Cancer: Could a 'universal' blood test make detection easier?
Medical News Today - By Chiara Townley
Researchers developed a generic test for cancer and partnered with a tech company to bring it to market. They believe that this test could be the …
Radiation Therapy
How a 150-year old drug might help battle cancer
Medical News Today - By Tim Newman
A muscle-relaxant first discovered in 1848 might soon be at the cutting edge of cancer treatment. Researchers from The Ohio State University …
Immune System
What are 10 risk factors for rheumatoid arthritis?
Medical News Today - By Yvette Brazier
Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory condition that affects the joints and other parts of the body. The exact causes are unclear, but certain …
Pets
How do dogs process words? Brain study investigates
Medical News Today - By Ana Sandoiu
For the first time, scientists trained dogs to sit still inside a brain scanner so they could investigate how the canine brain distinguishes between …
Immune System
What is rheumatoid arthritis?
Medical News Today - By Yvette Brazier
Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term, progressive, and disabling autoimmune disease. It causes inflammation, swelling, and pain in and around the …
Blood Vessels
What are the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?
Medical News Today - By Yvette Brazier
Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term inflammatory disease. It can cause a wide variety of symptoms. These can come and go, and they affect each person …
Muscle
How do you treat a droopy eyelid?
Medical News Today - By Aaron Kandola
Droopy eyelid or ptosis is when the upper eyelid droops downward. Doctors can treat a droopy eyelid with surgery, although this may depend on the …
Eating
Why do people feel tired after eating?
Medical News Today - By Alison Fisher
Many people feel sleepy after eating. This can be a natural result of digestion patterns and sleep cycles. Some types of foods and the timing of meals …
Diabetes
What are the side effects of insulin therapy?
Medical News Today - By Jenna Fletcher
Many people with diabetes need to take insulin to stay healthy. However, insulin therapy can cause a range of side effects. In this article, we look …
Sleep Apnea
What causes low energy in men?
Medical News Today - By Nicole Galan
Many lifestyle and medical factors can cause low energy. Some of these are unique to men or are more common in men than women. Many men feel tired and …
High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure control with 'exercise in a pill'
Medical News Today - By Catharine Paddock PhD
A discovery about a function in the liver could lead to a new way to control blood pressure — a pill that mimics the effect of exercise — according …
Drug Test
What to know about urine drug screening
Medical News Today - By Beth Sissons
A urine drug screen, or urine drug test, can detect the presence of drugs in a person's system. Urine screens are the most common method of drug …
Diabetes
Can stevia benefit people with diabetes?
Medical News Today - By Jayne Leonard
Stevia is a sugar substitute that is very low in calories. There is growing interest in the use of stevia to help people with diabetes manage their …
Immune System
MS: Gut bacteria may trigger harmful mechanism
Medical News Today - By Maria Cohut
Multiple sclerosis affects millions of people worldwide, though its underlying causes, and the physiological factors that trigger it remain unclear. …
Phosphate
Everything you need to know about rickets
Medical News Today - By Stephanie Brunner B.A.
Rickets is a childhood bone disorder where bones soften and become prone to fractures and deformity. It is rare in industrialized nations, but fairly …
Inflammation
Toxic synovitis: Causes and symptoms
Medical News Today - By Jenna Fletcher
Toxic synovitis, also called transient synovitis or irritable hip, is a condition that causes inflammation and pain in the hip. It primarily affects …
Chronic Disease
Seafood rich in omega-3 may promote healthy aging
Medical News Today - By Ana Sandoiu
In our increasingly aging society, it is worth asking: what can we do to ensure that we don't just live longer lives, but also healthier ones? New …
Protein
Can a vitamin combo prolong your life?
Medical News Today - By Maria Cohut
Vitamins are nutrients that when synthesized or assimilated in the right quantities support our health and well-being. A new review suggests that a …

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Using light to destroy metastatic breast cancer

12 natural muscle relaxers

Why does diabetes cause fatigue?

Antibiotic resistance: Breakthrough study offers solution

5 strange, rare, and fascinating medical conditions

What's the best way to get rid of a bunion?

What is orthopnea?

Does the hCG diet work?

Herpes may account for 50 percent of Alzheimer's cases

How to find private health insurance

What is health insurance?

What are stem cells, and what do they do?

Cancer: Could a 'universal' blood test make detection easier?

How a 150-year old drug might help battle cancer

What are 10 risk factors for rheumatoid arthritis?

How do dogs process words? Brain study investigates

What is rheumatoid arthritis?

What are the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?

How do you treat a droopy eyelid?

Why do people feel tired after eating?

What are the side effects of insulin therapy?

What causes low energy in men?

High blood pressure control with 'exercise in a pill'

What to know about urine drug screening

Can stevia benefit people with diabetes?

MS: Gut bacteria may trigger harmful mechanism

Everything you need to know about rickets

Toxic synovitis: Causes and symptoms

Seafood rich in omega-3 may promote healthy aging

Can a vitamin combo prolong your life?