Medical News Today


Welcome to today's MNT newsletter, containing the most recent headlines from your chosen news categories.

Breast Cancer
Is cancer overdiagnosis a problem?
New research estimates that doctors may overdiagnose around 11,000 cases of cancer in women and 18,000 cases of cancer in men each year.


Cholesterol
What's the link between erectile dysfunction and high cholesterol?
High cholesterol is a risk factor for many conditions, including erectile dysfunction (ED). Learn more about the link between high cholesterol and ED here.


Endocrinology
Lupron for endometriosis: What you need to know
Lupron is the trade name for the drug leuprorelin. It may help temporarily relieve endometriosis symptoms by reducing hormone production. Learn more here.


Fertility
What is the best age to have a baby?
Fertility decreases with age, and having a baby later in life can increase the chances of complications. That said, there is no best age to have a baby.


Men's Health
What problems can being uncircumcised cause?
Some problems can arise in people with an uncircumcised penis. Read about these possible problems, the causes, and how to treat them.
5 ways to treat ED with Ayurvedic medicine
Ayurvedic medicine is a form of complementary or alternative medicine that may help treat erectile dysfunction. Learn about five Ayurvedic treatment options here.


Mental Health
What to know about nyctophobia
Nyctophobia is an irrational or extreme fear of the dark. People with nyctophobia experience significant anxiety, tension, and feelings of uncertainty relating to the dark. Learn more here.


Pregnancy / Obstetrics
What to know about your water breaking
When a woman's water breaks, it means that the baby will soon be born. Learn more here, including when it happens and what to do when it does.


Veterinary
Are squids as smart as dogs?
Are squids nearly as smart as dogs? New research uses complex technology to create the first MRI-based map of the squid's brain in 50 years.