Cancer prevention Archive

A new heart rhythm diagnosis can be unsettling, even when other tests look normal. Find out what to discuss with your doctor next.

A 2026 analysis indicated that among adults ages 50 and older, men were more inclined than women to rely on medical professionals when making health care decisions and less likely to put quality of life ahead of simply living longer.

A recent colonoscopy may raise questions before you donate blood, but the reason behind this screening question may surprise you.

Every person smells a little different, due to genetics, hygiene habits, and the skin’s microbiome (the microbes that naturally live on the skin), but body odor occurs when someone’s scent becomes foul. It is most noticeable when people are sweating, but body odor changes sometimes signal certain health conditions.

Hyperparathyroidism involves excess hormone production from tiny neck glands and can disrupt calcium balance, bone health and overall well-being.

A dermatologist can confirm actinic keratosis and explain what to expect during evaluation, treatment and follow-up for sun-damaged skin.

Swollen feet can stem from everyday factors or underlying health conditions, and recognizing the possible causes can help guide your next steps.

A lower-than-usual white blood cell count is often temporary, especially after illness. Find out what your number may mean and when retesting might be needed.

Aluminum is common in foods, cookware, and personal-care products, but questions remain about how much exposure or ingestion matters.

Transparent circles or other visual changes can appear before migraine pain. Find out what these symptoms may mean and what to discuss with your doctor.