Prostate cancer: 10 signs that urge you to visit a doctor

For decades doctors have been telling their patients that high levels of HDL, otherwise known as “good cholesterol,” could protect them from heart disease. But a new study suggests that having a lot of so-called good

Heartbroken fans have shown their support for Duran Duran’s Andy Taylor after it emerged he’s battling cancer.  Bandmate Simon Le Bon broke the news on Sunday as he read out a letter from the guitarist and said Taylor

High Cholesterol can be a silent development, making it all the more dangerous. But often, other parts of the body – like your feet or nails – can show some symptoms that may be indicative of

Prediabetes occurs when blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not quite at the level of diabetes. High blood sugar levels occur in prediabetes when the body does not properly respond to insulin (a hormone that allows cells

Talking (and reading) about cancer can be difficult, but did you know that one in eight men will get prostate cancer at some point in their life? It’s the most common cancer in men, but some most

Have you had your lipid panel checked recently? Were you told you have high cholesterol? If so, you are among approximately 94 million adult Americans with cholesterol levels over normal ranges. This condition, referred to as dyslipidemia

Bill Turnbull’s campaigning saved lives and encouraged “thousands and thousands” of men to come forward for prostate cancer testing, experts say. The broadcaster died from the disease, at the age of 66. When Turnbull revealed his

Approximately 38% of adults and 28% of children in the United States have prediabetes, a health condition associated with abnormally high blood sugar levels.1 While blood sugar (glucose) levels are elevated in prediabetes, they are not high enough

Goodbody Health announced that that it has signed a contract with Tasso Inc, the leading provider of convenient, clinical grade blood collection solutions, for the UK pharmacy and wellness market. Tasso produces a signature line of

Type 2 diabetes, in which the body doesn’t use insulin properly, is on the rise in the United States. There are more than 35 million people with the condition, and many are diagnosed when they are

Heart health is really important, but it’s not just about taking the right supplements. It’s important to follow this emotional health advice, too It is interesting how many people shun emotional health advice. They believe that heart health

Former Scotland international Kenny Logan has revealed his “huge shock” at being diagnosed with prostate cancer. Logan, who won 70 caps for his country, was given the news in February. “It’s hard because when you’re told

Many people only become aware for the first time that they have a high cholesterol level, when they are admitted to hospital with a heart attack Unfortunately, there are usually very few clinical signs of raised

Prediabetes is a diagnosis where your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be considered diabetes. There are a lot of misconceptions and a general lack of concern around this condition