Stomach cancer: Dark, tar-like stools could be a sign of the disease
Jan 13, 2020 09:12 am UTC| Health
Stomach cancer is one of the trickiest types of cancer as the symptoms are not very visible until after the disease has spread. As spotting symptoms is very important as early as possible, one concerning sign can be found...
Vitamin D deficiency: Depression can be a symptom
Jan 13, 2020 09:12 am UTC| Health
It is very important to get the recommended dose of all the vitamins the body needs to stay in optimal condition throughout the day. Experiencing a deficiency of one of them, like vitamin D for instance, can affect a...
Vitamin B12: The three indicators of pernicious anemia
Jan 10, 2020 17:40 pm UTC| Health
Vitamin B12 is responsible for boosting red blood cell production and a lack of vitamin B12 can result in very concerning symptoms. A severe deficiency may be caused by pernicious anemia and a report reveals just what can...
Lung cancer: Shiny skin next to the nails may indicate the condition
Jan 10, 2020 17:40 pm UTC| Health
Lung cancer is one of the leading types of cancer plaguing a lot of people all over the world. Spotting the symptoms, even the less common ones are important for a higher chance of successful treatment and recovery. As...
Psoriasis: Eating oily fish can help alleviate the condition
Jan 10, 2020 17:40 pm UTC| Health
Psoriasis is a skin condition that affects many people in the world. A way to alleviate the symptoms, according to a new report, is by including fish in the diet, specifically, oily fish. Psoriasis is a skin condition...
In defence of ‘imprecise’ medicine: the benefits of routine treatments for common diseases
Jan 10, 2020 10:43 am UTC| Insights & Views Health
The NHS states that it will be the world-leading healthcare system in its use of cutting-edge genomic technologies to predict and diagnose inherited and acquired disease, and to personalise treatments and interventions. As...
Tweets about cannabis' health benefits are full of mistruths
Jan 10, 2020 10:32 am UTC| Insights & Views Health
There has been a lot of talk in the U.S. about legalizing recreational cannabis, and about cannabis potential to help with health issues. Scientists working in medicine may have a lot to discover about cannabis ability...
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