Understanding the disease processes behind type 2 diabetes can help nurses in effective management of the disease and in providing patients with the right information and support. Abstract Diabetes is ...

As pop star Justin Timberlake concluded his world tour earlier this week, the “SexyBack” singer shared on Thursday in a social media post that he has been grappling with health issues and a diagnosis ...

There can be confusion between syndromes, symptoms, and diseases. A disease usually has a defining cause, distinguishing symptoms and treatments. A syndrome, on the other hand, is a group of symptoms ...

NIH scientists deciphered a key biochemical step that the bacteria that cause Legionnaire’s disease use to reproduce. Clockwise, from left to right, the bacterium is engulfed by an immune cell (the ...

“Unexpectedly we may have discovered a hidden pathway to understanding how astrocytes respond to injury and control brain processes. The pathway may be common to many brain diseases and we’re just ...

Everyone experiences aging in their own way, and factors such as genetics, lifestyle and environment play a role in this process. Some individuals reach the age of 90 or even 100 in good health, ...

Wilson's Disease, a rare inherited disorder, causes harmful copper buildup in organs like the liver and brain due to a faulty ...

Here are some ideas about incorporating specific foods into your diet as a means for possible disease prevention. The blueberry is a rich source of the antioxidant anthocyanin, which provides the ...