- By Laura Sinpetru
- July 3rd, 2013
In Vitro Fertilization Now Linked to Increased Mental Retardation Risk
Researchers say the increase is small, but statistically relevant
- By Laura Sinpetru
- July 3rd, 2013
Going for a 2-Minute-Long Walk Once Every Half an Hour Lowers Diabetes Risk
Specialists recommend office workers get up from their desk as often as possible
- By Laura Sinpetru
- July 3rd, 2013
Stem Cells Might Have Cured Two HIV Patients
The men received stem-cell transplants 3 and 5 years ago, respectively
- By Laura Sinpetru
- July 3rd, 2013
The Cold Activates Brown Fat, Ups Mortality Rates Among Heart Disease Sufferers
Cold temperatures are likely to kill people suffering from heart disease
- By Laura Sinpetru
- July 2nd, 2013
Human Head Transplants Are Possible, Surgeon Says
Dr. Canavero believes existing technologies make head transplants a “feasible enterprise”
- By Laura Sinpetru
- July 1st, 2013
Non-Hormonal Drug for Hot Flashes Approved by the FDA
Brisdelle promises to treat moderate to severe hot flashes
- By Laura Sinpetru
- July 1st, 2013
Virtual Realities Can Help Women Lose Weight, Study Suggests
Most women are likely to learn from an avatar-model's weight loss behavior
- By Laura Sinpetru
- July 1st, 2013
Talking Cigarette Packs Trialled by Researchers, Could Hit the Market One Day
The packs start talking about the health risks associated with smoking whenever opened
- By Laura Sinpetru
- June 29th, 2013
Late Bedtimes Foster Weight Gain, Specialists Say
People who don't get enough sleep have high chances to put on weight
- By Laura Sinpetru
- June 28th, 2013
Ritalin Might Help Cure Cocaine Addiction, Study Finds
Experiments show Ritalin could make it easier for addicts to control their cravings
- By Laura Sinpetru
- June 28th, 2013
Girl Whose Skull Swelled to 3 Times Its Normal Size After Birth Undergoes Surgery
During yesterday's procedure, doctors tried reconstructing Roona's skull
- By Laura Sinpetru
- June 27th, 2013
Processed Foods Are Similar to Heroin and Nicotine, Study Suggests
Researchers shed new light on how the human brain responds to highly processed foods
- By Laura Sinpetru
- June 27th, 2013
Experimental Alzheimer's Drug Promises to Prevent, Halt Memory Loss
The drug could also repair damaged communication between brain cells
- By Laura Sinpetru
- June 26th, 2013
Leprosy Did Not Die Out in Europe, People Grew Immune to It
Scientists offer new explanation for why leprosy no longer kills Europeans
- By Laura Sinpetru
- June 26th, 2013
Aspirin Can Reduce Colon Cancer Risk by Up to 27%
People who regularly take aspirin are less likely to develop colon cancer, specialists say
- By Laura Sinpetru
- June 25th, 2013
Weekly Exercise Sessions Are Enough to Keep People Healthy, Fit
People who exercise just once a week are as healthy as those who do it more often
- By Laura Sinpetru
- June 25th, 2013
Chronic Marijuana Use Is Likely to Trigger Brain Inflammation
Experiments carried out on mice suggest cannabis can foster motor and learning problems