Neurodegenerative diseases are a heterogeneous group of disorders that are characterized by the progressive degeneration of the structure and function of the central nervous system or peripheral ...

BPA (bisphenol A) is a chemical substance in some plastics that has been linked to health concerns like hormonal disruption and fertility issues, along with increased blood pressure and heart disease ...

Other than impulsive habits, many diseases too occur. He listed out the habits and other consequences of stress: Teeth grinding, or bruxism, is the involuntary clenching or grinding of teeth ...

Mar. 12, 2025 — A sedentary lifestyle such as watching TV (two or more hours daily) may be a key factor in the risk of developing heart and blood vessel diseases, according to an analysis of ...

What is the difference between arthritis and other rheumatic diseases? Arthritis is a group of more than 100 diseases. It is also a type of rheumatic disease. Rheumatic diseases may cause pain, ...

Lung disease is a general term for several disorders that include airway diseases, lung tissue diseases, and lung circulation diseases, some of which may lead to respiratory failure. During the ...

His book is an enthralling historical exploration of the role of airborne microorganisms in disease, and examines why these pathogens have been overlooked for centuries. Vaccine specialist Peter ...

Over time, bruxism can wear down tooth enamel ... Gingivitis, an early-stage gum disease, and periodontitis, a more severe gum infection, can develop when the immune system is compromised.

Prion diseases comprise several conditions. A prion is a type of protein that can trigger normal proteins in the brain to fold abnormally. Prion diseases can affect both humans and animals. They are ...

In addition to nasal obstruction caused by various kinds of nasal diseases, the pathological hypertrophy of adenoids and/or tonsils is often the main etiologic factor of mouth breathing in children.

Avian influenza A(H7N9, bird flu) Respiratory diseases, zoonotic (birds) ...