The Latest Breaking News from Disease

FDA proposes new nutrition labels

If approved, the new "Nutrition Info box" would accompany the agency’s traditional Nutrition Facts label

Salon · Jan 21, 2025

‘Catastrophic’: Great Barrier Reef hit by its most widespread coral bleaching, study finds

More than 40% of individual corals monitored around One Tree Island reef bleached by heat stress and damaged by flesh-eating disease

The Guardian - AU · Jan 21, 2025

Five ways to save your legs – by a vascular surgery specialist

Gangrene, or a rapidly spreading foot abscess. Sound like diseases of the past? Well, sadly not.

The Conversation · Jan 21, 2025

How to prune quince trees – advice from an arborist to ensure they're less vulnerable to disease and reward you with large harvests of fragrant fruit

Quince trees don’t want lots of pruning, but what they do need keeps them highly productive

Homes & Gardens · Jan 20, 2025

7 health hacks that can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases

Chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity are becoming more common in today’s fast-paced world. The good news? Many of these conditions can be prevented or their risks reduced with small, simple changes in our daily routine. If you're looking to live a healthier life and lower your chances…

The Times of India · Jan 20, 2025

BMI, Waist Size Aren't Only Risk Factors Of Heart Disease, This Hidden Fat May Matter More

A recent study suggests that "intermuscular fat", not BMI or waist measurement, may be a more accurate predictor of heart disease risk.

Medical Daily · Jan 20, 2025

Unlock the secrets to a healthier heart at TOI Medithon Part-3!

Heart diseases are among the leading causes of death globally, posing a significant burden on public health and economies. Conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart attacks, and heart failure affect millions annually, leading to premature mortality and disability. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cardiovascular diseases account for…

The Times of India · Jan 20, 2025

People with fatty muscles face higher heart risks, study finds

The intermuscular fat is similar to so-called marbling in beef.

Evening Standard · Jan 20, 2025

The Who’s Pete Townshend backs album in support of Parkinson’s disease charity

The album is raising funds for the Cure Parkinson’s charity.

The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2025

What is CTE?

Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, is a degenerative brain disease linked to repetitive head trauma. Here's how it affects the brain and who is most at risk.

LiveScience · Jan 19, 2025