Scientists uncovered how childhood BK virus infections may set off cancer-causing mutations decades later: by activating a host immune system enzyme that attacks DNA. When you purchase through links ...

Even though cancer and flu are different illnesses, doctors say they can share many common symptoms. Also, as cold weather approaches, it brings along a host of winter bugs, sniffles, and aches.

Medically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DOMedically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DO Developing a common cold vaccine is challenging because of the vast number of viruses that cause the common cold ...

In mice, common respiratory infections reactivated dormant cancer cells. Early evidence suggests the same may happen in humans, with big implications for long-term cancer risk. This colored ...