Health News
Date: Oct-31-2016
Children with autism spectrum disorder have a higher number of mutations in their mitochondrial DNA than their family members, according to new research.
Date: Oct-31-2016
Are our furry bat buddies friend or foe this Halloween? An international team of scientists finds that bat flu may have the potential to transmit to humans.
Date: Oct-30-2016
A new study examines competition and support as motivators for physical exercise. The study also looks at the role social media plays in motivation.
Date: Oct-30-2016
Abnormal urine colors have many causes, but what are they and what signs should be looked for? Learn why urine changes and when to seek medical advice.
Date: Oct-30-2016
A compound found in mulberries called rutin has been shown to activate brown fat in mice, leading to increased energy expenditure and fat reduction.
Date: Oct-29-2016
What are GAD antibodies and why are they important to diabetes? Learn about the symptoms of diabetes and the treatment of type 1 diabetes.
Date: Oct-29-2016
A new study shows that working too much and sleeping too little in midlife has far-reaching consequences, causing health problems in older age.
Date: Oct-29-2016
What are leukocytes? Learn about high levels in urine, the diagnosis and treatment of a UTI, and leukocytes in the urine during pregnancy.
Date: Oct-29-2016
As the global population skyrockets and the need to provide more food grows, insects may be the solution. But can they provide the same nutrition as meat?
Date: Oct-28-2016
Research in asthma mouse models and human cells reveals how a protein secreted by hookworms may suppress airway inflammation in response to allergens.