Rheumatoid arthritis

Repetitive physical tasks at work increase risk of rheumatoid arthritis

9 Aug 2016

People whose jobs involve carrying out repetitive physical tasks can be at an elevated risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, research has suggested.   The study from Sweden’s Karolinska Institute,...

Multiple sclerosis

Wondering how MS will affect me today

9 Aug 2016 • 2 comments

Waking up in the morning and facing the world brings a sense of wonder. Not in the sense of awe, just in wondering how MS will affect me today.   Is it a good day or a bad day? What will it bring?  ...

Leukemia

Disturbances in blood cell gene transcription may lead to leukemia

26 Jul 2016

Researchers have succeeded in shedding light on the pathogenesis of DNA breakpoints that are associated with leukemia. A mechanism discovered in a recent study can explain up to 90% of DNA damages...

Arthritis

First Combination Foam Spray for Psoriasis, Enstilar, Now Available in UK

26 Jul 2016

Adults with psoriasis who live in the United Kingdom will now have a new treatment option available to manage the disease. LEO Pharma’s Enstilar is the first plaque psoriasis treatment available as a...

Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis cause and prevention may be linked to gut bacteria: Study

26 Jul 2016

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) cause and prevention may be linked to gut bacteria, according to a recent study. We previously reported on the association between the onset of rheumatoid arthritis and gut...

Cancer

Even one glass of wine a day raises the risk of cancer: Alarming study reveals booze is linked to at least SEVEN forms of the disease

26 Jul 2016

Drinking alcohol causes at least seven kinds of cancer, a new study warns today. Researchers said even people who drink low levels are at risk of developing the disease - killing off the idea that a...

Diabetes (Type 2)
Diabetes insipidus

How a brisk walk really CAN boost your health: Regular strolls 'more effective than vigorous exercise at preventing diabetes'

26 Jul 2016 • 1 comment

A brisk walk is better than vigorous jogging for keeping diabetes at bay, according to new research. Doctors advise regular exercise and low-fat diets to improve glucose control in people with...

Parkinson's disease

Punching Parkinson’s disease: How boxing is allowing patients to see “so many improvements”

18 Jul 2016

The late and legendary Muhammad Ali was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 1984. Though data remains inconclusive, doctors attributed the disease to boxing-related brain injuries.   So why are men...

Lung cancer

Revolutionary surgery for lung cancer

18 Jul 2016

The University of Montreal Hospital Research Centre (CRCHUM) is launching a major international clinical trial to test a minimally invasive and safer surgical approach for patients with lung cancer:...

Ulcerative colitis

Regular Yoga Practice Seen to Ease Disease Activity in Ulcerative Colitis Patients

12 Jul 2016 • 2 comments

Ulcerative colitis patients who practiced hatha yoga for 12 weeks experienced reductions in disease activity and saw significant improvements in their quality of life and mental health, according to...

Breast cancer

Acupressure cuts fatigue after breast cancer treatment

11 Jul 2016 • 1 comment

Long-term fatigue that follows treatment for breast cancer can be dramatically reduced by simple pressure-point exercises able to be performed at home, new research reveals.   Scientists found that...

Breast cancer

Exercise improves memory in breast cancer survivors

11 Jul 2016

Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity is related to improved subjective memory in breast cancer survivors, who often complain about memory problems, reports a new Northwestern Medicine study. It...