Nestled in the nether regions of the nasal passage is a little-known organ that sees a lot of use in other animals but seems ...

I decided to start the year by revisiting my work on estimating reaction functions for the ECB (see the appendix to ECB Set ...

A very rare type of cancer is on a sharp upward trajectory in younger generations, and no one knows why. Recent research in the US reveals that Gen X-ers and Millennials are three to four times more ...

Appendicitis can sometimes be treated with antibiotics instead of surgery, but it may recur in some cases. Antibiotic treatment for appendicitis is less risky and can lead to faster recovery but may ...

Appendicoliths or fecaliths, which are calcified fecal deposits also known as “appendix stones” (this is more common in children than adults) (2) Intestinal worms or parasites, including pinworm ...

Appendix cancer once considered extremely rare, is now being seen more frequently in younger populations, especially millennials, and health experts are sounding the alarm. A recent study by ...

You may have heard that astronauts have their appendix removed before leaving Earth. After all, people say you can live without this organ because it serves no purpose, but how much truth is there in ...

The belief that fruit seeds cause appendicitis is largely a myth. Studies show seeds rarely contribute to the condition. Appendicitis is usually due to blockages or infections. Research indicates ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

You may have heard that astronauts have their appendix removed before leaving Earth. After all, people say you can live without this organ because it serves no purpose, but how much truth is there in ...

Appendix cancer cases are rising among Generation X and millennials — a trend that researchers say warrants increased awareness about the rare cancer. A study published in the journal Annals of ...

New research found that cases of appendix cancer have risen among younger adults. Kristen Fischer has written for numerous health publications, hospitals, and medical companies, and is a member of the ...