‘Wandering’ a Hazard for More Than a Third of Kids With Autism
2016-04-30
In study, many were unaware they might be in danger, couldn’t distinguish strangers from people they knewContinue Reading
Bullying Can Turn Victims Into Bullies
2016-04-30
Greater risk for aggressive behavior when both cyberbullying and in-person taunting took place, study foundContinue Reading
Seniors’ Worsening Depression May Sometimes Predict Dementia
2016-04-29
Study suggests a common underlying cause in some, but not all, casesContinue Reading
If You’re Craving Cookies, You Might Just Be Bored
2016-04-29
Dull times lead to unhealthy choices, including chips, sweets and fast food, studies findContinue Reading
Smog May Boost Risk for Several Cancers
2016-04-29
Study finds even small increases in pollution raised overall odds of dying from disease by 22 percent
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Heat Beats Cold for Treating Jellyfish Stings
2016-04-29
Evidence favors hot water or hot packs to ease painContinue Reading
Many Manly Men Avoid Needed Health Care
2016-04-28
Gender stereotypes can have dangerous consequences, research suggestsContinue Reading
Building Muscle Could Boost the Body’s Most Important Muscle
2016-04-28
People with heart disease should prioritize weight training over weight loss, study saysContinue Reading
Mild Air Pollution of Concern in Pregnancy
2016-04-28
Study found risk for a leading cause of premature birth began below EPA standards
‘You’ve Got Cancer’ Can Take Devastating Mental Toll
2016-04-28
Study finds higher rates of depression, anxiety, substance abuse just before and after a diagnosisContinue Reading
Hearing Aids May Help Keep Seniors’ Minds Sharp
2016-04-27
Ability to stay engaged in conversation could help ward off dementia, study suggestsContinue Reading
The 7 Deadliest Emergency General Surgeries
2016-04-27
Gastrointestinal and bowel operations top the list because they’re often done without planning or preparation, experts sayContinue Reading
Mindfulness Therapy May Help Ease Recurrent Depression
2016-04-27
Review of 9 studies suggests it helps patients better cope with troubling thoughts and emotionsContinue Reading
Young Gay, Bisexual Men May Be at Higher Risk for Suicide, Study Finds
2016-04-26
They were much more likely to attempt to harm themselves than older counterparts, and blacks were also vulnerableContinue Reading