Medical News Today


Welcome to today's MNT newsletter, bringing you the most recent headlines and updated stories from our team of expert writers.

Allergy
What happens when a centipede bites?
Centipede bites are rare in humans, but when they do happen, they can cause mild-to-moderate pain. Read more about the effects and treatments here.


Cancer / Oncology
Prebiotics may ‘limit cancer growth by enhancing immunity’
New research in mice suggests that two prebiotics — mucin and inulin — may be able to inhibit melanoma tumor growth by boosting the immune response.


Endometriosis
Endometriosis adhesions: Everything you need to know
Endometriosis adhesions are bands of scar tissue that form due to endometriosis implants or following surgery to treat the disease. Learn more in this article.


Fertility
Does the toothpaste pregnancy test work?
The toothpaste pregnancy test is inaccurate — it cannot detect pregnancy. Here, learn why and find out about effective alternatives.


Acid Reflux / GERD
Heartburn at night: Causes and remedies
Heartburn at night is a common complaint that is often due to eating too close to bedtime. Learn about other causes and home remedies in this article.


Mental Health
What makes a healthy relationship?
How can you build and maintain a healthy romantic relationship? Medical News Today have compiled five tips backed by specialists and research to help out.


Osteoarthritis
What does arthritis look like on an MRI?
MRI scans are highly sensitive and can detect arthritis damage earlier than other types of imaging. Learn what arthritis looks like on an MRI here.


Psoriatic Arthritis
Boutonniere deformity: What to know
A boutonniere deformity can occur due to an injury to particular tendons in the finger. In this article, learn about the causes, how it looks, and some treatments.


Public Health
Using the body’s natural cycle to improve shift workers’ health
According to new research, harnessing the power of the sleep-wake cycle may help diminish the disease risks that shift workers face.


Tropical Diseases
What to know about melioidosis
Melioidosis is a condition that affects humans and animals when they come into contact with certain bacteria through infected water and soil. Learn more here.