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Scientists at the University of Oxford have created a calculator that predicts a person's individual risk of serious muscle disorders from statin medications. Their analysis found that more than 98% of people who qualify for statins are at low risk for these rare complications, despite widespread concerns about side effects. The study also revealed that most eligible patients are not taking statins, potentially missing important protection against heart attacks and strokes.

A University of Glasgow study has found that sitting or reclining for more than 30 minutes at a time each day is associated with a higher risk of cancer death, but there is a way to cut it

After age 50, bone density declines more rapidly, raising the daily calcium target to 1,200 mg to maintain skeletal stability. The video outlines calcium-rich foods for women over 50, highlighting Gre...

Muscle assessments from whole-body MRIs may help identify ALS with a greater degree of certainty, a study found.

Patients from minority ethnic backgrounds often have to demonstrate higher levels of pain, only to receive less effective treatment

The trial of two potential treatments for the Bundibugyo species of Ebola behind the deadly outbreak in the DR Congo began in the country Thursday, the World Health Organization said.

Children whose mothers have congenital heart defects are more likely to experience difficulties in areas such as language, communication and social

Scientists found breaking up prolonged sedentary behaviour can lower the risk.

For his work in revealing the hidden role of the microbiota in mosquito-borne disease, Yibin Zhu is the winner of the 2026 Noster NOSTER & Science