Introduction
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic metabolic disease affecting 415 million adults worldwide, with 20% of these individuals residing in Southeast Asia.1 People with T2DM have a significant risk of developing microvascular…

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic metabolic disease affecting 415 million adults worldwide, with 20% of these individuals residing in Southeast Asia.1 People with T2DM have a significant risk of developing microvascular…

After a delay and an unusually contentious meeting, a federal vaccine advisory panel was expected to vote on Friday whether to change the longstanding recommendation that all newborns be immunized against hepatitis B.
The first day of the meeting…

Spinal infectious diseases are caused by pathogenic microorganisms invading the spine and surrounding tissues, with incidence of 0.5 to 2.5 cases per 100,000 people.1–3 Population aging, high prevalence of chronic diseases as…

If you’re a woman, you likely have your own stories about menstrual discomfort. Dealing with cramps, irritability, and bloating can be challenging each month. Many women use over-the-counter pain relievers to help. However, some natural…

With 300,000 men expected to enroll, researchers hope the trial will redefine prostate cancer screening and reduce preventable late-stage disease.
The UK has launched the £42 million Transform trial, the largest prostate cancer…

Genetics is rarely as straightforward as a single gene driving a lone health outcome. But a new study has uncovered what could be a rare exception.
Changes to just one gene, called GRIN2A, have now been tied to psychiatric symptoms, including…

A leading surgeon has issued a stark warning regarding severe burns sustained from steam…

A 15-year national health analysis reveals that people with restless legs syndrome are more likely to develop Parkinson’s. Treatment choices may play a surprising role in how soon symptoms appear.
Study: Risk of Parkinson Disease…