Good Bacteria Can Limit E. Coli, Salmonella Infections
Health gut bacteria may block bacteria-related infections, such as salmonella and E. coli, from spreading.
Antioxidant in Broccoli Holds Promise as Diabetes Treatment
The new study adds compelling evidence that the extract can combat the growing rates of diabetes worldwide.
Brain Thickness May Determine Key Parts of Your Personality
The researchers determined that different traits were linked to the overall volume of the brain, the thickness of the cortex (the outer layer of the brain), and how folded the cortex was.
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.
Free Soda Refills Are Now Illegal in France
France's recent law prohibiting free refills of sugary sodas aims is in response to the rising rate of obesity there.
Researchers Create ‘Pill-on-a-String’ Technique to Better Detect Cancer
The unique technique can rub the esophagus and scrape away cells that scientists can then examine for cancer.
Economic Cost of Heroin Epidemic in U.S. Is Staggering
The cost to society emphasizes the need for healthcare that reduces the risk of abuse and offers care to those struggling with opioid addiction.
Eating Leafy Greens Daily Could Help Slow Cognitive Decline
Adding more greens to your diet could be the way to live a longer life with a sharper brain.
American Life Expectancy Drops for the First Time in Two Decades
For the first time since 1993, the average life expectancy of people in the United States has declined, according to the CDC.
Standardized Cigarette Packaging Could Help Put an End to Smoking
Plainer packaging with upfront warnings has been found to be unappealing to customers.
Campaign to End HIV/AIDS Expands to More States
Scientists and activist groups are joining forces once again to battle and ultimately end the prevalence of HIV in the Deep South.
This Year’s Mumps Outbreak Was the Largest in a Decade
According to the CDC, as of November 5, there were 2,879 cases of mumps across 45 states and the District of Columbia.
Common Alzheimer’s Drug May Cure Tooth Decay
Restoring the tooth’s dentine structure using this drug, instead of cement fillings, has the potential to eliminate issues like tooth decay and erosion.
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.
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.
Pollution Linked to 9 Million Deaths Worldwide
Pollution is a severe and underreported contributor to global disease.
New Documentary Shows Benefits of Golf for Autistic Children
The documentary, called "Voices From the Outside," showcases how one organization is helping teach autistic children life skills through professional golf lessons.
Buying Guide: Our Top 3 Supplements For Thicker, Gorgeous Hair
We all want thicker, more luminous hair and strong nails. And there are hundreds of products available promising luscious hair and nails so strong...
Your Household Pet Could Keep Your Child Healthy
New research reveals you may want to have a furry friend around even before your baby arrives.
Poll Finds Majority of Americans Are Addicted to Smartphones
A new poll found that 9 out of 10 Americans feel compelled to constantly check their notifications, and one-fifth claim their smartphone is a significant source of stress.
Diet Soda Linked to Obesity and Heart Disease
A new study finds that drinking diet soda actually leads to long-term weight gain among other health complications.
Scientists Discover ‘Uncombable Hair’ Gene
In most cases, those affected are children with extremely frizzy, dry and generally light blonde hair.
Could Red Onions Be Used to Prevent Cancer?
Compared to other types of onions, red onions have a particular compound that especially works to root out and destroy free radicals in the body.
CPR Playlist: These Songs May Have the Perfect Beat to Save Lives
A new playlist contains songs that measure at 100 beats per minute, which is the same rate that first responders are told to administer CPR.
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.
Yoga May Improve Side Effects of Prostate Cancer Treatment
Men recovering from prostate cancer who partook in yoga two times a week had better energy levels, sexual function and urinary function compared to those who did not.
Could Drinking Just One High-Fat Milkshake Mimic Heart Disease?
A small study of healthy males found that eating a 1,000-calorie milkshake led to a troubling change among the men’s red blood cells.
The World Is ‘Grossly Unprepared’ for Infectious Disease Outbreaks
Our unstable world adds even more urgency for being prepared for future disease outbreaks, which experts warn we are not presently ready for.
Children Are Burning Their Eyes by Playing with Laundry Pods
Some children who ingested the pods also experienced profuse vomiting, trouble breathing, and a few even died.
Testing Your Tears Could Reveal What Vitamins You Need
Tears could be an alternate source of diagnostic fluid for assessing nutritional deficiencies, and studies show that people with these deficiencies blink more.
Mushrooms Are More Nutritious When Cooked This Way
A new study explores the various ways we cook mushrooms and what impact each method has on their nutritional value.
Do Healthy Labels Actually Discourage Healthy Food Purchases?
Researchers say that food labels change the mindset, and the plates, of diners.
Bullying Tied to Spike in Cosmetic Surgery
The researchers believe the new study holds public health ramifications beyond just the increasing number of teens who go under the knife.
High Levels of This Inherited Protein May Cause Heart Attack, Stroke
Along with cholesterol levels and blood pressure, Lipoprotein(a) is another factor that should be checked at the doctor.
Young Children Are Choking on Fidget Spinners
The popular toy is posing a potential hazard for young children.
Sexist Men Are More Likely to Have Mental Problems: Study
Men who live a playboy lifestyle or engage in misogynistic behavior are more apt to have mental health issues, a new study suggests.
Most Doctors Overcharge Patients: Report
The study authors found that doctors on average are charging more than two and a half times what Medicare pays.
Bad Gut Bacteria Could Sabotage Your Weight Loss Resolution
Researchers find that both good and bad bacteria are essential to a healthy gut.
Stuttering Linked to Low Blood Flow in Brain
Using MRI technology, researchers are able to analyze blood flow to the part of the brain responsible for language and speech.
Bird Watching May Reduce Anxiety and Depression
A new study found that if people spent less time outside one week than they did the week before, they were more likely to report that they were depressed or had anxious thoughts.
‘Sickbit’ App Aims to Detect Illness 24 Hours in Advance
The idea behind this wearable device is that if most people had a half day notice that illness was imminent, they could better plan for the sickness and ultimately their recovery.
Bacterial Spray Could Help Clear Up Eczema
Scientists have developed a spray loaded with the good bacteria that people with eczema are missing.
iPad Game May Help Prevent Dementia
The interactive game was enjoyable among the study participants, something that is vital to successful cognitive training.
Nanogenerator Draws Power From the Body to Charge Devices
Charging the battery of your phone or wearable device may someday be as simple as wiggling your finger...
Screen Time Could Lead to Increased Risk of Diabetes in Children
The research found that children who reported three or more hours of screen time had higher levels of body fat compared to those who reported an hour or less of screen time.
Scientists Can Now See Cancer ‘Glowing’ Within the Body
This research could literally shed light on how cancer moves in the body.
Daily Coffee Reduces Risk of Type 2 Diabetes, Says Study
Coffee contains an abundance of micronutrients and antioxidants, and researchers discovered in animal trials that one compound in particular helps the body regulate fasting glucose levels
Older American Women Are Drinking More Alcohol
There's an upward trend of older American women drinking more alcohol, and it continues to rise despite no known implications.
Melanoma Drug Halts Spread of Cancer Cells by 90 Percent in Trials
A new drug compound therapy previously used to treat an autoimmune disorder shows promising results when targeting cancer-causing melanoma skin cells.
Teen Depression May Be Linked to Hippocampus Size
In a study, Mexican-American students with larger hippocampus brain areas had heightened sensitivity to depressive symptoms.
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