Why your first battle with flu matters most
In a new study, researchers found that how successfully a person can fend off the flu depends not only on the virus' notorious ability...
Cholesterol in eggs may increase heart disease risk, this study shows
Currently, egg consumption in the U.S. is rising.
In 2017, people ate an average of 279 eggs per year, compared with 254 eggs in 2012,...
Night shift work may cause type 2 diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that exposure to a light-dark cycle that mimics the schedule of human shift workers could change insulin sensitivity...
Scientists find new way to help people with chronic pain, depression
In a new study, researchers found that patients with chronic pain and depression who participated in medical group visits to learn mindfulness techniques were...
When it comes to cancer risk, not all processed meats are same
In a new study, researchers have questioned the World Health Organisation’s blanket classification of processed meat as carcinogenic.
They found big evidence gaps between processed...
Why some infections could reduce autism symptoms
For many years, some parents have noticed that their autistic children's behavioral symptoms diminished when they had a fever.
This phenomenon has been documented in...
Dementia might be linked to lead exposure
To the medical community's surprise, several studies from the US, Canada, and Europe suggest a promising downward trend in the incidence and prevalence of...
Long work hours may lead to high blood pressure
In a new study, researchers found that office workers who spend long hours on the job are more likely to have high blood pressure,...
Essential oils may help improve wound healing
In a new study, researchers have discovered that a chemical compound found in essential oils improves the healing process when it is topically applied...
Cancer-related distress: Don’t just take it. Talk about it.
Feeling anxious, sad or helpless?
Having trouble concentrating, sleeping or completing everyday tasks? Worrying about family members, work or finances?
Mental health professionals sum up troubles...