Helping patients shop around for health care could control costs better than current system
Most consumers haven’t shopped around for standard medical procedures such as a knee replacement, but reference pricing could open that …
Ticks spread plenty more for you to worry about beyond Lyme disease
When it comes to problems caused by ticks, Lyme disease hogs a lot of the limelight. But various tick species …
Greater prevalence of anal cancer precursors for women living with HIV than prior reports
The prevalence of anal high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (HSIL), which precede anal cancer, is much higher in women living with …
We Asked 10 Chefs for Their Favorite Grilling Hacks — Here's What They Said
There’s a lot to love about summer, from the warm weather to the sunshine and long days at the beach …
Research into cannabis dosage for reducing seizures in children with severe epilepsy
Medicinal cannabis oil containing both cannabidiol (CBD) and a small amount of THC (the drug that can cause intoxication) can …
High rates of opioid prescriptions for osteoarthritis
Opioids work against severe pain but the risks of side effects and addiction are high. In the U.S. alone, 26 …
Mechanism behind low cancer occurrence in bats signals potential treatment strategies for humans
Researchers from Duke-NUS Medical School have uncovered a potential mechanism behind cancer suppression in bats that may lead to future …
Understanding how tics are suppressed may help some at risk for tic disorders
At least 20 percent of elementary school-age children develop tics such as excessive blinking, throat clearing or sniffing, but for …
New research highlights inequalities in nursing-home care for minorities
America is expected to become a “majority-minority” nation by 2045, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. By 2030 alone, racial …
How Pregnant Alanis Morissette Is Preparing for Postpartum Depression
Looking ahead. Pregnant Alanis Morissette suffered from postpartum depression after welcoming son Ever, 8, and daughter Onyx, 2, and the …
Bangladeshi 'Tree Man' begs for hands to be amputated to relieve pain, report says
Bangladeshi father dubbed the tree man is reportedly back in the hospital with more growths Abul Bajandar previously made headlines …
New reports provide guidance for obesity care
Advocates for obesity prevention and treatment have designed two new resources for medical educators, healthcare providers and community programs that …
Testing newborn saliva for virus linked to hearing loss
Victorian newborns who do not pass their routine hearing screening tests are being invited to join a pilot program screening …
Inside Bradley Cooper, Irina Shayk's Coparenting Plans for Daughter Lea
Putting their daughter first! Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk are thinking of their 2-year-old, Lea de Seine, after their split. …
Memories form ‘barrier’ to letting go of objects for people who hoard
New research conducted at the University of Bath has demonstrated important differences in how people with and without hoarding problems …
Yes, You Can Be Allergic to Mosquitoes. Here's How to Know For Sure
Mosquitoes are a nuisance for everyone. The pests can transmit diseases like West Nile, Zika and malaria. Less alarmingly, but …
Heavy metal music can have health benefits for fans
Due to its extreme sound and aggressive lyrics, heavy metal music is often associated with controversy. Among the genre’s most …
Breakthrough for diabetes treatment with immune system drug
Breakthrough for diabetes treatment as it emerges immune system drug can delay onset of the illness Study finds drug teplizumab …