Health
The quiet loss of knowledge threatens indigenous communities
Plants play an important role for most indigenous communities in South America, and not merely as a source of food....
Newly discovered gene mutation reduces fear and anxiety, and increases social interaction
Finnish researchers at the University of Eastern Finland and the University of Oulu have discovered of a new type of...
Novel healthcare program for former prisoners reduces recidivism
New Haven, Conn. -- A healthcare program tailored to the needs of recently released prisoners can significantly reduce recidivism, according...
Risk of deaths among incarcerated youth by suicide on the rise
Circumstances surrounding suicide among incarcerated youth and those in the community calls for further intervention, reports a new study in...
The immaculate conception?
The Immaculate Conception? Forget Sperm and Eggs, Hebrew University Researchers have Created Embryo Stem Cells from Skin CellsCredit: Kirill Makedonski...
New BioIVT research on botanical-drug interactions published in Applied In Vitro Toxicology
Study compares two in vitro liver methods to determine which one best predicts BDIsCredit: BioIVT Westbury, NY - May 2,...
New study finds high rates of formula use with low-income infants, recommends changes
Credit: George Mason University The World Health Organization and American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six...
Suicidal thoughts? Therapy-oriented website can help
Researchers find that nowmattersnow.org reduces self-harm feelings in nearly one-third of visitors Mental health researchers behind the website nowmattersnow.org have...
BAT’s year-long study to assess potential health effects of using Tobacco Heating Products
A year-long study to assess the health effects of switching from smoking cigarettes to using Tobacco Heating Products has been...
Children and teens who drink low-calorie sweetened beverages do not save calories
New study also shows kids and teens who consume low-calorie sweetened beverages take in more calories compared to those who...
Snoring causes injuries and prevention of healing in the upper airways
Credit: Mattias Pettersson The recurrent vibrations caused by snoring can lead to injuries in the upper airways of people who...
Medical costs create hardships for more than half of Americans
Study: 137 million adults in the United States suffered medical financial hardship in 2015/2017 A new study by American Cancer...
$150,000 grant will help finance research on spinal muscular atrophy
Credit: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso EL PASO, Texas-Cure SMA recently awarded a $150,000 research grant to...
Removal of gene prevents development of pancreatic cancer in mice
Credit: NYU School of Medicine The action of a gene called ATDC is required for the development of pancreatic cancer,...
Vaccination may help protect bats from deadly disease
A new study shows that vaccination may reduce the impact of white-nose syndrome in bats, marking a milestone in the international...
Medicine and music: Eastman School of Music, Univ. of Rochester Medical Center join forces
Eastman Performing Arts Medicine unifies and expands clinical services, arts integration and research to transform arts-related health care delivery and...
UNC School of Medicine initiative providing special care to patients with dementia
Until there is a cure for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, the treatment is a well-educated health care team delivering...
A better strategy for treating diabetic macular edema in people with good vision
Close monitoring appears to provide results equal to immediate treatment with lower cost and lower riskCredit: John Soares BOSTON -...
Chemical records in teeth confirm elusive Alaska lake seals are one of a kind
Credit: Jason Ching/University of Washington Hundreds of harbor seals live in Iliamna Lake, the largest body of freshwater in Alaska...
New study highlights exaggerated physical differences between male and female superheroes
Credit: Binghamton University, State University of New York BINGHAMTON, NY - Superheroes like Thor and Black Widow may have what...
