Medical News

(Imperial College London) Scientists have created a drug for type 2 diabetes that is switched on by blue light, which they hope will improve treatment of the disease.

Title: Health Tip: Get the Facts About Gum DiseaseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

(Wiley) New research that provides a better understanding of pancreatic cancer may help identify individuals at increased risk.

Results of a small clinical trial suggest that a chemical derived from broccoli sprouts -- and best known for claims that it can help prevent certain cancers -- may ease classic behavioral symptoms in those with autism s...

A new study reveals that mental stress can affect heart health of men and women differently. Doctors should take this difference into consideration while treating patients.

(Association for Psychological Science) Childbirth is physically intense and, for many women, it is the most painful experience they will have. And yet, new research shows that the amount of time a woman spends in labor ...

A small study involving 44 individuals with autism reveals that sulforaphane, a compound naturally found in broccoli, cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables, could be a potential treatment for autism.

New research shows that positive, calm and fun meals with the family could help children avoid obesity. The study was carried out by the researchers through the observation of dozens of hours of footage featuring family ...

A British backpacker brought home an unlikely souvenir from her trip in Vietnam--and it was stuck in her nostrils! Here's what she found after a month.

A 10-month old infant had been trapped beneath her dead father for three days before she was found. Betty Jean Fields suffered injuries but is expected to make a full recovery.

Title: Many Parents Need to Educate Themselves About ConcussionsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/10/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Keep It Clean After Ear PiercingsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/11/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Common Childhood Vaccine Cuts 'Superbug' Infection: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/10/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Hearing Their Own Babble Helps Babies Learn to Speak: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/10/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Anesthetic During Breast-Removal Surgery May Reduce Long-Term PainCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Akynzeo Approved for Side Effects of ChemotherapyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/10/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Those Little Gas Spills When You Fill Up May Harm the EnvironmentCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/10/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: The Dangers of Thinning Bones as Men AgeCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/11/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Health Tip: Strained Hamstring?Category: Health NewsCreated: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Today's Teens Can Be Adept Multitaskers, Study SuggestsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/10/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: U.S. Troops Arrive in Ebola-Ravaged LiberiaCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/10/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Hepatitis C Combo Pill May Cure Those Who Can Afford ItCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/11/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/13/2014 12:00:00 AM