The Forefront

Most commonly known as stomach flu, norovirus is a highly contagious virus that generally spreads hand to mouth 12 to 36 hours after exposure. Learn how norovirus is contracted — and how to stay safe.

Researchers have uncovered a promising therapeutic target for adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACC), a rare cancer of the salivary glands with few treatment options. The study found that blocking the activity of protein arginine methyl transferase 5 (PRMT5) is a potential treatment strategy against ACC.

Chemotherapy and immunotherapy followed by de-escalated chemoradiation showed increased survival and reduced side effects in aggressive head and neck cancers that are not associated with human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, according to a new study.

Pediatricians reveal that while kids do need nutrients like calcium and vitamin D that can be found in cow's milk, there are other dietary sources — and it’s possible to have too much of a good thing.