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Milk consumption may lead to a greater incidence of fractured bones and deaths in women, but what is the cause behind this new finding?

A blue pumpkin on your porch or lawn can signal non-food treats for children with food allergies, group says. The Teal Pumpkin Project aims to raise awareness of allergies in children.

Scientists used pluripotent stem cells to generate functional, three-dimensional human stomach tissue in a laboratory -- creating an unprecedented tool for researching the development and diseases of an organ central to ...

Kaci Hickox went for a bike ride in Maine, after treating Ebola patients in Africa, fueling a political and legal battle.

Studies find more genes linked to development of autism spectrum disorder. Research provides picture of how genetic changes pile up to increase autism risk in children.

A new study reveals that keratin, an array of proteins associated with strong hair, is important for achieving healthy tooth enamel. Mutations in hair keratin genes may cause tooth cavities.

Moving around is difficult when a dog can't see but a new product keeps your furry friend out of harm's way by protecting it from bumps.

Stem cells can help create mini-stomachs. The study is important as it can help in the treatment of stomach cancers and ulcers and maybe even create replacement stomach in the future.

Progress has been made in the research for the identification of which genes cause autism. Better genetic screening leads to early intervention, which would produce more optimal outcomes.

Despite the dangers of the KRAS-variant mutation, few doctors have heard of it. But one researcher is trying to change that.

New software could vastly improve retinal implant patients' vision, indoors and out.

Ideas and projects to usher in a new era for personal health.

Researchers can now study how bacteria interact by keeping them in tiny cages.

An overwhelming number of chemicals from household and industrial products are in the environment -- and hundreds are in our bodies. But for most of them, scientists have yet to determine whether they cause health proble...

Empa researchers have developed a UV-activated membrane which releases a gentle dose of medication to the skin of a patient. In future those who fear injections will be able to sleep soundly, as will premature babies too...

Unable to fly, nestling birds depend on their parents for both food and protection: vocal communication between parents and offspring helps young birds to determine when they should beg for food and when they should crou...

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