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In women undergoing breast reconstruction using their own (autologous) tissue, newer "muscle-sparing" abdominal flaps can reduce complications while improving some aspects of quality of life, reports a study in the March...

A 7-month-old baby in Seattle was revived through a successful heart transplant after going into cardiac arrest. The little boy's family hopes to raise awareness about organ donation.

Stressful events can throw anyone's day into haywire but researchers have found that reaction to stress is a better indicator of risks for cardiovascular disease than mere frequency. This highlights the importance of str...

In a statement, the CDC explicitly warns pregnant women against traveling to the 2016 Summer Olympics in Brazil out of Zika outbreak concerns. A few athletes have also expressed worry, although it remains to be seen if t...

Should you eat that chocolate or not? Your decision may be affected by a protein first associated with the metabolic process, as researchers found that it has a role in controlling feeding behavior.

If you want to live longer, get up and move. Researchers found that replacing inactivity with just 10 minutes of light movements can prolong life.

Dating and hook-up sites may help spread Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection. Educating people on the risks of sexual partnerships through online sites is important.

A new study has found that the brain has a personality that influences intelligence. By studying different brain regions, researchers were able to contribute to the study of human cognition.

(Biophysical Society) When it comes to cancerous mutations, cells in soft tissues like bone marrow and the brain tend to exhibit fewer irregularities than their stiffer somatic brethren in the lungs or bone. According to...