America is a nation awash in lifestyle diseases, nearly all of which are chronic. From hypertension, which impacts close to half of all adults, to chronic kidney disease, affecting more than one in ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a public health challenge that affects more than 800 million people worldwide. 1 CKD can be caused by a variety of disease processes. Many causes are difficult to ...

Types of Lung Disease and How They Disrupt the Way We Breathe: By Vagisha Jha Breathing is something we rarely think about, until it becomes difficult. Our lungs work tirelessly every second, drawing ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is common, largely silent and serious. Most people who have the condition do not realize they ...

Researchers writing in Frontiers in Science propose using simple tests to track metabolic health in noncommunicable diseases, ...

Experts advise making these habits part of your daily life to help you lose weight and feel your best.

Dietary choices and quality may affect a person's risk of developing chronic disease. Nata Segueza/Stocksy A new study from researchers in Sweden offers hope for older adults concerned about their ...

Chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer claim millions of lives each year — but what if the solution to reducing these risks was as simple as adding more fiber to your diet?

Many types of liver disease can develop for various reasons. These can include contracting a viral infection, consuming excess alcohol, and having a health condition that impairs the immune system.