High levels of sedentary behavior, such as reading or watching television, seem to raise the risk of ovarian cancer, new research shows. By contrast, engaging in light or moderate physical activity had no effect on the risk.
The fertility problems and hormone irregularities that plague women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may improve on a low-carbohydrate diet, according to a new study.
While the Women’s Health Initiative Estrogen plus Progestin Trial findings previously reported an increase in breast cancer among those taking combined hormone therapy, the updated analysis reveals that estrogen-alone hormone therapy does not increase the risk of breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
Warnings to young music lovers on hearing loss due to overuse of MP3 players may have fallen on deaf ears, but some manufacturers have taken heed and are now limiting the volume on the devices.
Apricot seeds are thought to fight cancer, but researchers say eating too many of the bitter kernels could seriously harm your health.
Repeated exposure to fried stuff could increase your risk of developing cancer, says a study.
A new study has found that there is indeed a direct link between high cholesterol levels and prostate cancer, and that men with prostate cancer were around 50 percent more likely to have had high cholesterol levels.
Periodontal therapy may help diabetic patients improve sugar control, according to a new study.
Scientists at Virginia Commonwealth University have identified the role of a protein that may one day help treat genetic blood disorders.
A new variety of tomato containing very high levels of an antioxidant that could cut the risk of prostate cancer has been launched by British supermarket chain Tesco.