If you have been thinking more about your heart health, or simply want a clearer picture of your risk, the McLaren ...

Colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related death among people under 50, according to the American Cancer ...

A study has found that individuals on vegetarian diets have a lower risk of multiple myeloma and kidney, pancreatic, prostate ...

Since age is the major risk factor in getting cancer, it is likely that some people who were cured of their original cancer will later succumb to a different one.” This statement terrified me as I ...

Your favorite pasta dishes might be riskier than you think. Discover which popular meals—loaded with processed meats, heavy creams, and low fiber—could increase your colon cancer risk and what to ...

JAMA Cardiology study says premature menopause, three times more common in Black women, is a risk factor for heart disease — but scientists aren't sure why.

Women with certain cardiometabolic risk factors, including type 2 diabetes and high waist circumference, face a greater ...

Dr. Jeffrey Yang from Mass. General Brigham discusses some of the new risk factors for lung cancer, many of which don't even involve smoking.

Increased likelihood seen with high waist circumference and glucose intolerance as well as having 2 or more cardiometabolic risk factors.

Factors that increase a person’s risk of developing stomach cancer include older age, being male, and an H. pylori infection. By knowing the risk factors, people can take steps to lower their chances ...

When patterns of opioid use cause significant distress or impairment, you may be experiencing opioid use disorder. While anyone who uses opioids can develop this condition, certain risk factors ...