Autism rates could be leveling off at just above one percent of children, Wisconsin researchers suggest. Between 2002 and 2008,…
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Unexplained Infant Deaths to be Recorded in New Database
In recent years, the number of reported cases of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) has declined, with a 50 percent…
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Doctors biased against fat people, too, study says
Doctors have similar levels of bias against people who are overweight as the general public, a new study says. Additionally,…
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Choose seafood for heart-healthy benefits
As temperatures rise, many of us are turning to fresh, light foods to keep us fit and trim in our…
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Doctors rethink use of custom pharmacies as meningitis death toll rises
The outbreak of a rare form of meningitis is prompting some doctors to rethink their use of a specialized type…
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Dogs Can Sniff Out Lung Cancer, Study Claims
Dogs can be trained to sniff out early signs of lung cancer on patients’ breath, German scientists said Thursday. Researchers…
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Celebrities with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Up to 10 million American adults have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)—also commonly referred to as ADD—so it’s no surprise…
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Variation in antibiotic prescribing hints at overuse
Seniors in the U.S. are prescribed at least one antibiotic each every year, on average – but the rate of…
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Drinking milk not linked to early puberty
Despite popular belief, drinking cow’s milk does not increase children’s risk for early puberty, according to a new study from…
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No Signs Dietary Supplements Prevent Bladder Cancer
Popping vitamins, minerals or anti-inflammatory substances like garlic or fish oil doesn’t appear to stave off bladder cancer, a large…
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