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New study: Naps may be linked to increased mortality
Research suggests that older adults’ daytime sleep habits may reveal underlying health problems.
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Pregnant women’s blood may reveal children’s risk of asthma
New research examines how conditions during pregnancy may be linked to children’s risk of disease.
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16 ALS cases in small village raise concerns over toxic mushroom
Several cases of illness in a small village have prompted researchers to investigate an unexpected possible cause.
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Doctor accused of exploiting cancer patients with unproven treatments
Controversial treatment raises questions about accountability in the healthcare system.
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New research reveals how to best protect your brain over time
Most people consider brain health to be just as important as physical health, but few know how to...
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New study: Naps may be linked to increased mortality
Research suggests that older adults’ daytime sleep habits may reveal underlying health problems.
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Pregnant women’s blood may reveal children’s risk of asthma
New research examines how conditions during pregnancy may be linked to children’s risk of disease.
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16 ALS cases in small village raise concerns over toxic mushroom
Several cases of illness in a small village have prompted researchers to investigate an unexpected possible cause.
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Doctor accused of exploiting cancer patients with unproven treatments
Controversial treatment raises questions about accountability in the healthcare system.
International Women’s Day: Six groundbreaking discoveries made by women
Today is International Women’s Day. Here is an overview of some of the most significant advances in the treatment of serious diseases made by women.
Free nicotine products at work: Tech companies hope for more productive employees
The new initiative has prompted reactions from health experts.
This McDonald’s burger contains more than two-thirds of a day’s calories
A new burger from McDonald’s has attracted significant attention. The debate concerns marketing, social media, and nutrition.
Cases of colorectal cancer increasing among people under 50
Many countries are currently seeing an increase in cases of colon and rectal cancer among younger people.
Sleep may help reduce anxiety in older adults, new study shows
Researchers are examining what happens in the brain during sleep in older adults. The results point to a possible link between sleep quality and anxiety.
New medicine shows effect: Up to 91 percent fewer epileptic seizures in children
An international research project has tested a new treatment for children with a severe form of epilepsy.