Recent research has investigated the potential health benefits of vitamin D, and the role it may play in protecting against certain health conditions. One study found that vitamin ...

Drinking 1 cup of caffeinated coffee a day might help lower a person's risk of recurrent AFib episodes by as much as 39%, a ...

A common chemical used in dry cleaning and for certain consumer products called tetrachloroethylene (PCE) may triple a person's risk for liver fibrosis, a new study reports.

Some bacterial species, particularly some linked to inflammation, are associated with coronary artery disease, a common form ...

Three medical experts review the evidence around how antidepressants may affect the gut microbiome, and what this could mean ...

Vitamin D3 may help drastically reduced the risk of having a second heart attack, a new clinical trial has found.

Researchers from the University of Birmingham have found that flavanols, which are found in cocoa, tea, and berries, may help ...

Scientists have found that they may be able to use the retina's blood vessels to help predict a person's heart disease risk ...

Phase 3 clinical trial results of an investigational drug has shown benefits in treating people with APOE4/4 with early Alzheimer's disease.

Some people refer to cortisol as the stress hormone. The body produces cortisol to prepare the body to respond to a perceived danger or stressful situation. When facing sudden stress, the body enters ...

There are various types of antifungal medications that can treat fungal infections. They are available both over-the-counter and through a prescription, depending on the type of medication. Molds, ...

A filling seals a hole, or cavity, in a tooth. This helps treat tooth decay, preventing further damage and tooth loss, as well as the possibility of pain and infection. Having a cavity filled may ...