The Latest Breaking News from Disease

A form of Parkinson’s disease caused by mutations in a gene known as PINK1 has long been labelled rare. But our research shows it’s anything but – at least for some populations.

Cases in UK set to rise by 21% and deaths by 42%, while globally one in 20 women will be diagnosed with disease

The International Agency for Research on Cancer said one in 20 women globally will develop breast cancer in their lifetime.

Trump administration could invoke public health order that smears asylum-seeking immigrants as possible disease carriers that could spread tuberculosis

Heart disease stands out as a major cause of death globally; however, its good news lies in the ability to manage risk factors or turn them around just by changing certain lifestyle habits. By focusing on diet, exercise, stress management, and other healthy habits, people can significantly reduce their chances…

Vaping may be worse for people’s long-term health than smoking, the author of a new study has claimed.

South Africa has more people living with HIV than any other country, and US President Donald Trump’s aid freeze has hit patients hard – as well as researchers, who were close to a breakthrough in the development of a vaccine for the disease.

Seven people have now died from melioidosis in flood-ravaged north Queensland this year.

Back and neck pain can be life-altering, making even simple daily activities a struggle. If you’re dealing with a herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, or spinal instability, finding the right solution is crucial.

Child vaccination is one of the most cost-effective health interventions. It accounts for 40% of the global reduction in infant deaths since 1974 and has led to big health gains in Australia over the past two decades.

At Kruger National park, a wildlife photographer spotted a giraffe covered in hundreds of skin lesions that may be caused by a rare bovine papillomavirus.