In some models, repeat screening improved infant outcomes and was cost-effective.First-trimester screening for syphilis is routine, as the consequences of untreated disease are dire (e.g.,...

Let us have a look at these interesting reasons on why you should wear sunscreen throughout the year:• Shields from harmful UV rays: Applying sunscreen...

Many guidelines recommend avoiding sushi during pregnancy, but sushi lovers will be pleased to learn that they can enjoy this food again after the baby...

A new study has discovered what makes glioblastoma cells so resilient and difficult to destroy. The finding may lead to more effective, targeted treatments in...

Scientists have developed a new vaccine that — in conjunction with existing therapies — can not only treat aggressive melanoma, but also prevent its recurrence.Researchers...

The Internet abounds with wellness blogs that recommend yoga for a better sex life, as well as personal accounts of the practice improving sexual experience...

In a recently published study, scientists conclude that excessive daytime sleepiness could predict the onset of Alzheimer's in later life. Alzheimer's disease is the most common...

It is still unclear what causes multiple sclerosis, but new research closes in on the faulty immune system mechanisms involved in the development of this...

arbohydrates have long been the subject of debate among researchers, particularly with regard to what they are and whether they are healthful.Carbohydrates, fat, and protein...

Scientists have found a previously unknown mechanism in which the protein tau, which is implicated in Alzheimer's disease, damages brain cells by interfering with their...

New research examines the effect of walking on two subtypes of heart failure in aging women. The findings were published in the Journal of the...

One of the most widely used painkillers may pose a threat to cardiovascular health. This is the main takeaway of new research, recently published in...

A large study provides 10-year absolute estimates for dementia risk. The scientists hope that by identifying people at high risk, specialists might be able to...

Studies in mice have revealed that animals with a lower calorie intake are likely to have less excess weight, stay healthier, and live longer. New...

New research has revealed that, contrary to traditional beliefs in the medical community, four- or five-drug combinations can be effective in treating infection with treatment-resistant...

A large cohort study has identified which treatment combinations work best for people with high blood pressure who are at risk of heart disease. Taking...

Many women complain of itchy nipples while breastfeeding. It may be a sign of minor infection or just a transitional symptom as the body adjusts...

A new study working with a model of intermittent fasting dieting shows how modifying breakfast and dinner time could help you lose weight.Intermittent fasting is...

While taking a home pregnancy test is quite simple, sometimes the result can cause confusion. One typical situation is when a person gets a faint...

Acne is a troublesome skin condition that affects nearly 10% of the world’s population. Acne is a skin disorder involving the sebaceous glands at the...

Not sleeping as well as you’d like on an odd night here and there is fairly common and not particularly worrisome. But when waking up...

New research finds that hostile marital relationships, particularly when coupled with a history of depression, can seriously harm gut health, raising the risk of leaky...

Eating a healthful diet that is rich in vegetables, fish, legumes, eggs, and poultry is tied to a lower risk of multiple sclerosis, a long-term...

New research has revealed that having a preference for evening activities, going to bed late, and not getting enough sleep may lead to weight gain...

Do you prefer to eat breakfast first then do your morning fitness routine, or do you skip breakfast altogether? Researchers from the United Kingdom look...

Many cancers are hard to treat because they share a faulty cell-signaling pathway that is very difficult to target. Could one new experimental drug on...

Scientists have discovered the human herpesvirus HHV-6 in the neurons of people who lived with bipolar or severe depression.According to the National Institute of Mental...

Neuroscientists have now found the brain area responsible for pessimism. The new research suggests that both anxiety and depression are caused by an overstimulation of...

Arsenic is infamous for its harmful properties. However, some arsenic compounds — in carefully measured doses — can be used in medical treatments. One such...

Shares in Chinese vaccine makers and biotech firms fell across the board on Monday after Premier Li Keqiang slammed Changsheng Biotechnology Co for having crossed...

Many parents already have concerns, but some may now have a new argument for limiting their children’s ‘screen time’ - addiction to video games has...

Those include undetected cases remaining out of services, lack of necessary manpower, challenges to reach all population in the municipalities, lack of modern diagnostic facilities...

Advising people to have a varied diet could encourage them to eat foods that are not so good for their health in addition to those...

A new study has investigated the impact of dietary soy on bone strength in postmenopausal women. The authors conclude that eating more soy might in...

Many fast foods, including hamburgers and sandwiches, are high in carbohydrates. However, simple strategies and choices can cut the carbohydrate content of many fast foods....

In a groundbreaking move, a team of researchers from Australia has now developed a class of compounds able to block cancer cells' activity on a...

In the largest study of its type, researchers conclude that having higher levels of belly fat in old age is correlated with a reduction in...

For months, Kayla Rahn had been struggling with abdominal pain, swelling and shortness of breath.She had also been packing on pounds, gaining weight that seemed...

The Valsalva maneuver is a particular way of breathing that increases pressure in the chest. It causes various effects in the body, including changes in...

With the recent surge of brain-training apps available for every smartphone user out there, it's worth asking — do brain-training games hold any real cognitive...

Emerging evidence has been pointing to the protective effects that coffee can have over a person's health. This favorite beverage keeps many a student and...

When a child complains of joint or leg pains, parents or caregivers may be concerned. Usually, the discomfort will simply be growing pains that will...

A new study, published in the journal PNAS, suggests that a diagnostic blood test for depression may soon be on the horizon. The new research...

 People who are married may be less likely to develop cardiovascular disease or die from a heart attack or stroke than individuals who aren’t, a...

New research finds that a gene previously thought to affect only a small percentage of Parkinson's disease cases actually affects many more. The findings mean...

Injuries from playing contact sports, such as rugby, boxing, and martial arts, have been linked to a heightened risk of dementia. A new study now...

sing a stethoscope, a doctor can listen to the sounds of the lungs. One type of sound that can indicate a problem is called bibasilar...

Researchers have identified an enzyme that plays a key role in a biological mechanism common to many chronic inflammatory disorders.The discovery — which has been...

A new study identifies a worrying trend: deaths due to cirrhosis, or liver disease, as a result of alcohol consumption are on the rise across...

New results could change the face of Alzheimer's treatment; the herpes simplex virus is found to play a vital role in the condition, and antiherpetic...