Even one drink a day may raise mouth cancer risk
A large comparative study published online in the open access journal BMJ Global Health has found that even low daily alcohol consumption is linked to a much higher risk of…
Indoor tanning triples melanoma risk and seeds broad DNA mutations
Indoor tanning drastically increases melanoma risk, and scientists have now mapped the sweeping DNA damage tanning beds inflict across nearly the entire skin surface — damage far beyond what sunlight…
A popular “essential” medicine may be putting unborn babies at risk
Researchers Dr. Adrienne Chan and Professor Ian Wong of Aston University examined how antiseizure medications are used around the world. The World Health Organization lists valproate as an essential medicine,…
Hidden household toxin triples liver disease risk, study finds
Liver disease most often develops due to one of three major causes: excessive alcohol use, the buildup of fat in the liver associated with obesity, diabetes, and high cholesterol, or…
This easy daily habit cuts heart risk by two thirds
People who walk for 10-15 minutes at a time can reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease by up to two thirds compared to those who take only brief walks lasting…
Cavities and gum disease could nearly double stroke risk
People with both gum disease and cavities faced an 86% greater chance of having a stroke compared to those with healthy mouths. Poor oral health was also tied to a…
You don’t have to lose weight to lower your diabetes risk, scientists say
Until now, weight reduction has been the primary therapeutic goal for people with prediabetes. An analysis of a large Tübingen study shows that patients who bring their blood sugar levels…
The invisible chemical in the air that could be raising Parkinson’s risk
Long-term exposure to a common industrial chemical may be linked to a higher risk of Parkinson’s disease. Trichloroethylene (TCE) is a chemical used in metal degreasing and dry cleaning. Even…
Poor sleep speeds brain aging and may raise dementia risk
People who sleep poorly are more likely than others to have brains that appear older than they actually are. This is according to a comprehensive brain imaging study from Karolinska…
This high-sugar fruit may actually lower diabetes risk
If presented with two snacks, one containing seven grams of sugar and another with over 30 grams of sugar, choosing the healthier option should be a no-brainer, correct? Well, maybe…