Glioblastoma topples an American hero, but researchers will continue the fight
Sen. John McCain pictured on July 27, 2017. McCain returned to Washington after surgery for glioblastoma to cast a ‘no’ […]
Anorexia more stubborn to treat than previously believed, analysis shows
People with anorexia nervosa often see themselves as overweight when in fact they are not. This image depicts a young,
Surprising ways to beat anxiety and become mentally strong – according to science
Don’t worry, research can help. Shutterstock Olivia Remes, University of Cambridge Do you have anxiety? Have you tried just about
How an ex-Barcelona player’s legal liver transplant is focusing attention on the human organ trade
shutterstock. Greg Moorlock, University of Warwick In surely one of the most bizarre stories of recent weeks, former FC Barcelona
We asked five experts: is cheese bad for you?
Cheese contains saturated fats, but we don’t actually know if that’s what clogs our arteries. from www.shutterstock.com Alexandra Hansen, The
New treatment in the works for disfiguring skin disease, vitiligo
This African woman suffers from an autoimmune disease called vitiligo which causes the loss of skin pigment. By andreonegin/shutterstock.com John
How does your body ‘burn’ fat?
Increasing the amount of exercise is one way to use the energy stored in fat cells, or to ‘burn’ fat.
The latest blood pressure guidelines: What they mean for you
An accurate reading is essential to detect high blood pressure. This photo shows optimal procedures, including the supported arm, no
My cancer is in remission – does this mean I’m cured?
We only know if a cancer has been cured in hindsight. Photo by Kaylee Eden on Unsplash Ian Olver, University
Uganda’s new sex education framework will do more harm than good
Abstinence campaign posters in Uganda. Flickr/Jake Brewer Billie de Haas, University of Groningen Uganda has launched its first ever guideline