Health

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.Colorectal cancer was once considered rare in young people, but today one in five diagnoses occurs in people under 55. These diagnoses, called “early-onset colorectal cancer” or…

Osteoporosis is called the silent disease for a reason. People rarely show symptoms of bone disease before a break or fracture occurs.The word “osteoporosis” literally means “porous bone” because it causes the natural holes in your bones to…

William Shakespeare clearly had the uterus in mind when he wrote, “Though she be but small, she is wild!”Your uterus is small – about the size of a clenched fist – but it is a powerful organ that performs many tasks. From protecting human…

Slide 1:Hed: Treatment of primary hyperoxaluria Dek: This rare condition causes kidney stones and possibly kidney damage. Find out more about your treatment options.Slide 2:Primary hyperoxaluria is a rare genetic disorder in which your body…

EnglishAs Jacquelyne Froeber tells itI was at work when my cell phone rang.“You have uterine cancer,” said the doctor who called me.I had a huge feeling of panic. I opened my mouth to say, “I must have dialed the wrong number,” but I…

As told to Marnie GoodfriendMarch is Endometriosis Awareness Month.As a teenager, I knew my period wasn't normal. I was in severe pain and bleeding from heavy tampons and super maxi pads, even though I changed them frequently. I asked other…

Head and neck cancer accounts for approximately 4% of all cancers in the United States. If caught early, it is treatable. However, these treatments – including surgery, radiation and chemotherapy – can have side effects. Here are some of…

We've all heard that a Mediterranean diet rich in legumes, vegetables, olive oil, fish and lean meats is good for us. The evidence is clear: it reduces the risk of dementia, depression, breast cancer and diabetes. That's why, after a visit…

As Jacquelyne Froeber tells it I was at work when my cell phone rang. “You have uterine cancer,” said the doctor on the other end. I felt all the blood draining from my body. I opened my mouth to say, “You must have the wrong number,” but…

+ Video transcriptVideo/ImageVoiceover/AudioWhy the HPV vaccine is importantSUPER:HPV = Human PapillomavirusHPV affects almost everyoneImage: Large group of people, almost all of them have the same colorNarrator: You've probably heard of…

Slide 1: Hed: Treatment of primary hyperoxaluria Dek: This rare condition causes kidney stones and possibly kidney damage. Learn more about your treatment options. Slide 2: Primary hyperoxaluria is a rare genetic disorder in which…

EnglishFebruary is Heart Month in the United States.Nearly one in two adults in the United States has high blood pressure, but only half of those people, about one in four, have the disease under control. This means they are at higher risk…

GLP-1 drugs are everywhere these days – especially online. If you take a quick scroll through social media, you can find a variety of companies and influencers touting the benefits of GLP-1 drugs, with women typically being the target…

+ Teletext: What is Lynch syndrome?: A DNA double helix with different mutation points indicating the specific variants in the MLH1, MSH2, MSH6, PMS2 or EPCAM genes can cause Lynch syndrome.Lynch syndrome is a genetic disorder that makes…

Scientists are making progress toward the Epstein-Barr vaccine At the same time, alarming evidence of microplastics in prostate tumors was uncovered. These two developments represent significant advances in the prevention of viral…

You may not spend as much time thinking about your thyroid, but it does a lot for you. The small butterfly-shaped gland in your neck helps regulate body temperature, heart rate and metabolism.If you have Graves' disease, an autoimmune…

Live Updates: The Surging Celtics take on the Nuggets in Denver as Boston looks to complete a perfect 4-0 road trip to the West Coast. The Celtics go into tonight's duel with a win after nine wins in their last ten games. Coverage…

February 28th is Rare Disease Day. As Jacquelyne Froeber tells itWhen I was 6 years old, I was running around outside with my friends when I felt my body go limp.I collapsed like a rag doll next to a bright red fire hydrant with a matching…