When you’re soaking through sheets and feeling bone-tired despite rest, your body might be sending urgent messages that are more alarming than you’d expect. Night sweats and crushing fatigue? They’re common cancer symptoms that just happen to strike at night while you’re sleeping. These experiences don’t guarantee cancer. Most people with these signs have other causes. But recognizing when they shift from normal to concerning can help...

In recent years, scientists have discovered so much about vitamin D. Before it was simply thought of as the accompaniment to calcium for strong, healthy bones. Now we know it is so much more than that, with new information being discovered every day. Despite its importance, deficiency is more common than you think and can...

Levothyroxine is a synthetic hormone used in treating hypothyroidism or an underactive thyroid. Marketed under various brands including Synthroid, it is the second most prescribed medication, especially among older adults, in the United States. Millions of Americans rely on levothyroxine to manage symptoms and prevent complications resulting from thyroid irregularities. However, new research has uncovered...

A new medical simulation video by Dr. Paulien Moyaert shows how cancer progresses and leads patients to death. The truth is very different from what most people think. Instead of “spreading everywhere,” cancer kills by attacking specific organs that keep us alive. The deadliest process starts when a single cancer cell breaks away from the original tumor and travels through the blood...

You are shampooing your hair, and while you are lathering your locks, you come across a bump on your scalp. You might be filled with dread or panic, but skin conditions are more common than you think. While scalp bumps may be a symptom of several different health conditions, they usually do not raise cause...

The concept of detecting cancer through smell sounds like something straight out of a strange science fiction novel. However, while humans cannot smell cancer, recent studies have explored the intriguing theory that certain cancers produce unique odors. These odors are caused by volatile chemical compounds (VOCs) produced by cancer cells. Even though these odors may...

It’s not uncommon to misplace your keys, forget plans or feel a little beside yourself. But if these instances are recurring, you may need to see your medical professional sooner rather than later. Dementia refers to a broad scope of conditions that impair memory, reasoning and general cognitive decline.  Early signs of dementia may include...

You’ve probably heard of cloves and even used them yourself in baking and cooking. It is a popular spice used to add both a warmth and a sweetness to many dishes and drinks. It turns out, however, that they actually have some pretty significant health benefits. This is your ultimate guide to cloves: Their health...

Lucie Morris-Marr, an award-winning journalist and author of Processed, was living a full life when she received a devastating stage-four bowel cancer diagnosis. This journey taught her how what we eat can have serious long-term impacts. She began questioning the bacon sandwich and other foods she had trusted for years. Her story shows how small...

Butter is a staple in many households and has been for generations. It has many diverse uses and is typically used as a bread spread, as well as for baking and cooking. Many of your grandma’s favorite recipes more than likely require a fair dose of butter. However, new research has revealed some concerning information...

Mesothelioma is a cancer that begins as a growth of cells in the mesothelium, a layer of tissue covering organs. This occurs when the DNA of mesothelial cells changes, resulting in the rapid growth of cancerous cells. The biggest risk factor for the development of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos. Asbestos fibers are very strong...

The word “lupus” is derived from the latin word meaning “wolf”. This is most likely due to the visible and “wolf” looking skin lesions. Lupus is a mysterious and complex disease with the exact causes remaining unknown. For ages, lupus has plagued humanity, as far back as the era of Hippocrates (around 460-375 BC) who...