Lefties Are More Likely to Have This Face Shape and Tuberculosis Risk
The association between face shape and tuberculosis susceptibility could be a genetic modification finding its roots in the genes that determine left-handedness, the study said.
At-Home Blood Pressure Monitoring Devices Are Often Inaccurate
A study found that home-monitoring systems often failed to record an accurate measurement of blood pressure, which could lead physicians to mistakenly believe a patient’s numbers are better than they appear.
Late Night Snacking Could Cause Serious Health Problems
Have you ever been told to not eat past 7 p.m.? Here's why that practice holds merit.
Women Are More Likely to Have Smartphone Addictions
Researchers have found that women are more susceptible to smartphone addiction, as well as the underlying conditions of depression and stress.
Chronic Stress Linked to Higher Levels of Obesity
Researchers measured cortisol levels in hair samples of obese people and discovered that these levels were much higher in the participants.
Appearing Busy Is the New Status Symbol
Beyond appearing busy, using products and services tailored for a busy lifestyle are now seen as status symbols in the U.S.
Have Your Wine And Drink It Too With These Products
Wine has certain health benefits, so go ahead and drink up with these on-the-go products.
Glass Batteries Could Soon Power Our Devices
The man who helped to invent the lithium-ion battery has now introduced a more efficient, fast-charging glass battery that could soon make its way to market.
A Camping Trip Might Be the Cure for Insomnia
A group of campers found that a return to the natural light of day and the true darkness of night cured their bad sleeping habits.
Scientists Create Topical Drug That Tans Skin
Scientists have developed a topical drug that darkens skin pigmentation without the sun's rays.
Toddlers May Sleep Less From Using Mobile Devices
As the generation of 'touchscreen toddlers' continues to boom, their sleeping habits and behaviors from using tablets and smartphones continue to be studied.
Segregated Neighborhoods Increase Heart Attack Risk for Black Americans: Study
These findings are extra relevant because African Americans already are at greater risk of cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, stroke and heart attack.
Thirdhand Smoke May Be More Toxic Than Secondhand Smoke
The researchers found that exposure to thirdhand smoke, or the tobacco pollutants often left behind on surfaces, caused significant increases in damage to human DNA.
Pets Bring Beneficial Bacteria Into Homes
Here's why you may want to have a pet around if you're expecting a baby on the way.
Study Shines Light on Harmful Effects of Night Shift Work
Working the night shift has some seriously damaging effects, particularly at the DNA level.
These 4 Holiday Health Hazards Could Land You in the Hospital
Where gifts and good cheer abound, there is also a sharp increase in injuries, illness and accidents.
Chronic Lack of Sleep May Increase Alzheimer’s Risk
Researchers are further revealing why getting consistent, sufficient sleep is crucial to brain health as we age.
Molecules on Your Phone Reveal Intimate Details About Your Life
Researchers were able to determine everything from the sex of a person, whether or not they struggled with depression, and what allergies they had.
Untreatable Gonorrhea Is Becoming a Problem
Even high-income countries with state-of-the-art healthcare are facing cases of gonorrhea that have become resistant to treatment via any known antibiotics.
Child Development May Depend on Age of Father at Conception
While the scientists were focused on the ages of the fathers, the children’s social skills were affected for children with both younger and older fathers.
Dirty Money: Cash Has More Disease-Causing Bacteria Than You Think
Dirty money often refers to money obtained illegally, but it turns out that it can be taken far more literally.
Plate Color May Influence How Much You Eat
It turns out that certain plate colors have an impact on our perception of food.
Women’s DNA Gets Stronger With Sexual Intimacy
In short, telomeres act as protective end caps to human DNA.
Can a Two Week Vacation Ruin Your Health?
A person may exercise daily, eat healthy foods, and maintain an active lifestyle, but just two short weeks can change everything.
Drunk Eyewitnesses to Crimes May Be More Reliable Than You Think
Researchers believe these surprising results were because alcohol blocks new information — including false information.
Belly Fat May Increase Risk of Ovarian Cancer
Researchers explored the connection between waist-to-hip ratio and cancers, such as pancreatic and bowel, with Ovarian cancer posing the highest threat.
Children Who Lose Sleep Age More
Researchers at Princeton found a link between children getting less sleep and shorter telomere lengths.
Why Women Apologize So Much and How to Stop
Why are women serial apologizers, and how do we stop saying 'sorry' for unnecessary offenses?
Fitbit Saves Woman’s Life by Revealing Deadly Condition
A woman from Connecticut noticed her Fitbit was tracking her unusually high heart rate, and this data ended up revealing a life-threatining condition.
Marijuana Use Could Lead to Gum Disease
It's well-known that tobacco usage can lead to gum disease, but new research from Columbia University shows that smoking marijuana also increases the risk.
Regular Sexual Activity Could Improve Cognitive Function in Older Adults
Tests administered to older adults revealed that those who had sex on a weekly basis scored the highest on the standardized tests, particularly in verbal fluency.
Irregular Bedtimes Lead to Poorer Mental Performance: Study
Here's why going to bed at close to the same time every night is just as important as getting enough sleep.
Breast Cancer Risk Increases With Alcohol Consumption: Report
Breast cancer is the fifth most common cause of death from cancer in women, and the risk grows the more someone drinks alcohol, a new report found.
Getting Enough Sleep Could Help Prevent Unhealthy Stress Eating
A new study showed that stressed out employees tend to bring their stress home to the dinner table, often making bad food choices.
Colon Cancer Rates Are Increasing Among Millennials
In what researchers are calling a historic reversal in cancer incidence, colon and rectal cancer rates among millennials and young adults are climbing.
Night Owls Might Be More Likely to Make Unhealthy Food Choices
The study authors said the habits worsened for night owls in the evening, as those with later sleeping habits had higher intakes of sugar, fat and saturated fatty acids.
Is There an Ideal Age Gap Between Romantic Partners?
Studies have delved into the ramifications of a larger age gap among married couples.
New Startup Teaches Autistic People How to Code
This is an incredible opportunity for people with autism who could make great coders and engineers due to their intrinsic attention to details and fascination with repetitive tasks.
Lost That Loving Feeling? Low Oxytocin Levels Could Be to Blame
Research reveals that people with low levels of oxytocin, sometimes due to medical conditions, perform poorly on empathy exercises.
Married People Have Lower Levels of This Harmful Stress Hormone
A new study found that being married essentially reduces a person’s chances of facing stress-derived health problems, and the waning level of cortisol among spouses has a lot to do with it.
Robot Joins Classroom as Teacher for Autistic Children
Learning social skills from a robot may seem odd, but for children with autism, it can provide a unique experience that is more predictable and engaging.
7 States Legalize Marijuana on Election Day
From coast to coast, the people of America have spoken, and it’s unanimous — they want their weed.
People Who Mix Energy Drinks With Alcohol Act More Drunk
In a study, perceived levels of intoxication increased by 51 percent among participants given a drink also labeled as an energy drink.
Could Household Dust Be Contributing to Obesity?
Lurking within the ever-present dust that floats around your house and accumulates everywhere are harmful chemicals that potentially wreak havoc on your body's metabolic system.
Lonely People Tend to Be More Self-Centered
The connection between loneliness and self-centeredness feeds on itself to amplify feelings on both sides.
Alcohol Before Bed Actually Messes With Your Sleep
Here's why you may want to rethink that glass of wine before bed.
Choosing the Right Community Could Help You Live Longer
Where you live very well could affect how long you live, a new study suggests.
Summer Pregnancies May Have Higher Risk for Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes, a form of high blood sugar that affects pregnant women, puts women who develop the condition at risk for Type 2 diabetes
U.S. Life Expectancy Scores Poorly in 2030 Projections
Of the 35 countries assessed, the U.S. ranks 27th in projected life expectancy for both women and men by the year 2030.
A Healthy Lifestyle Can Overcome Genetic Heart Disease Risk
When it comes to heart attacks, living a healthy lifestyle could trump heredity for those prone to heart disease, a study shows.
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