Tim Newman
Medical News Today
United Kingdom
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Cysts: Types, pictures, symptoms, causes, and treatment
Cysts are abnormal, fluid-filled sacs in the body. They are very common and usually benign. In this article, learn about the types and causes of cysts, as well as some treatment options. → Read More
How to get rid of hiccups: Causes, prevention, and treatment
Hiccups occur without warning and can interrupt daily activities. Learn more about the causes, prevention, and management of hiccups here. → Read More
Central nervous system: Structure, function, and diseases
The central nervous system is made up of the brain and spinal cord. It gathers information from all over the body and coordinates activity. We explore the types of cells involved, the regions of the brain, spinal circuitry, and how the system is affected by disease and injury. Gain an in-depth understanding here. → Read More
Cannibalism: A health warning
For many reasons, cannibalism is unanimously frowned upon in the Western world. But, aside from the ethics, is eating human flesh bad for your health? → Read More
Medical Myths: All about COPD
Here, we address 11 myths about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Among other topics, we cover exercise, body weight, and treatments. → Read More
Medical Myths: All about IBD
Here, we cover 12 persistent myths surrounding IBD. Among other topics, we will discuss treatment, stress, personality, and symptoms beyond the gut. → Read More
Medical Myths: All about lung cancer
In this feature, we address 13 common myths and misconceptions regarding lung cancer. Among other topics, we cover smoking, pollution, and antioxidants. → Read More
Medical Myths: All about epilepsy
Here, we tackle 13 myths associated with epilepsy. We ask whether epilepsy is contagious, whether seizures hurt, what treatments are available, and more. → Read More
Fear: What happens in the brain and body?
Fear is a universal human experience. In this feature, we ask why fear evolved, what happens in the body, and why some people enjoy it. → Read More
Hypertension, gut bacteria, and sleep apnea: Is there a link?
Here, we examine the link between sleep apnea, hypertension, and gut bacteria. Although it seems unlikely, scientists are building up evidence of a connection. → Read More
Medical Myths: 15 breast cancer misconceptions
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so this edition of Medical Myths focuses on common myths associated with breast cancer. → Read More
Medical Myths: All about cholesterol
In this edition of Medical Myths, we delve into nine misconceptions associated with one of the most famous fatty substances on earth — cholesterol. → Read More
9 sexual health myths addressed
In this edition of Medical Myths, we cover nine common myths associated with sexual health, including the "pull-out" method and double condoms. → Read More
Is off-label use of FDA drugs an option for treating COVID-19?
A recent laboratory-based study using cell cultures identifies a number of FDA-approved drugs that could be repurposed to help treat COVID-19. → Read More
Medical Myths: All about psoriasis
In the latest edition of Medical Myths, we investigate 10 myths that are often associated with psoriasis. We look at treatments, hygiene, types, and more. → Read More
8 myths about vitamins and supplements
In this edition of Medical Myths, we tackle some persistent myths about supplements, including multivitamins, probiotics, and antioxidants. → Read More
Medical myths: All about skin
The latest edition of Medical Myths focuses on the skin. We cover black salve, exfoliation, sun exposure, chocolate, cell phones, and much more. → Read More
Medical Myths: All about hepatitis
In this article, we address 11 common myths associated with hepatitis. We also provide information about the five main types of hepatitis. → Read More
Cancer research: What’s exciting the experts? Part 3
In this Special Feature, Medical News Today contacted a number of cancer experts. We asked them to outline recent research that they find most exciting. → Read More
Medical myths: 11 migraine misunderstandings
As part of National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, this week's edition of Medical Myths tackles the misunderstanding surrounding migraine. → Read More