and a specific mutation in the gene that contains the instructions for making the protein are known to cause a rare inherited form of the condition. “It’s encouraging to see this research ...

Scientists have known for years that certain proteins were associated with Parkinson’s disease. But in a recent paper published in Science, researchers have had their first good gawk at the ...

Many things lead to the complex health condition called clinical obesity. Although the exact cause remains unknown, many factors can contribute to it. It's not just excess adiposity (too much body ...

Cigarette smoke contains harmful chemicals that irritate the airways, damage lung tissue, and reduce lung function. Smoking can also cause airway remodeling, a process in which lung tissue increases ...

This may include poor lifestyle, nutrient deficiencies, or serious conditions like blood sugar fluctuations, thyroid, stress, etc. Side effects of certain medications could also be one of the common ...

After the U.S. and Ukraine agreed to a ceasefire, Russia’s president stated that any such deal had to address the root causes of the war. Putin was right, though not in the way he imagined.

Here's what medical experts want you to know about the causes of hair loss and how to treat them. Wearing a hat won't make you bald in and of itself, Thacker says. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY ...

In some cases, there may not be an apparent cause. If a person pinches a dermatofibroma, it will not push toward the surface of the skin. Instead, it will dimple inward on itself. This ...

Tropical Cyclone Alfred didn't significantly impact Gilmour's launch site, but the storm did cause the company to suspend work at its corporate headquarters in Southeast Queensland. With the storm ...

MANILA – The Supreme Court (SC) has directed concerned government officials to show cause why a writ of habeas corpus should not be issued for the release of former president Rodrigo Duterte. In a ...

Sugary foods and beverages like juice can cause pathogens that lead to cavities, but they can also trigger systemic inflammation throughout the body or affect the gut’s microbiome, says Tsang.