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Grown-ups may still have immature brains. Neuroscientists said that the brain continues to actively develop past 18 years old and may still undergo changes until the early 30s.

Drinking during the holidays is normal, but drinking a little too much can cause a multitude of complications. Doctors warn about the effects of binge drinking on two vital organs, the heart and the brain

Holidays usually mean a lot of eating and a lot of drinking. The American Heart Association shares some insight on how we can make the holidays a little healthier.

The United States now has its first spinal muscular atrophy drug. The FDA has approved Biogen's Spinraza (nusinersen) on Dec. 23 as treatment for the rare and often fatal genetic disease affecting both children and adult...

Daniel McCabe and his family just received what could be the best Christmas gift ever. The 5-month-old only had to wait 40 minutes after going on the United Network of Organ Sharing list to match with a liver donor.

Researchers found an enzyme located near the brain that can be correlated with both Alzheimer's disease and type 2 diabetes. According to the research, the higher the level of the protein, the more likely the person to d...

Researchers find out the science of how night owls can perform admirably even when faced with sleep deprivation.

A team of researchers explored the structure of TREM2, a molecule thought to play a key role in Alzheimer's disease. TREM2 mutation could result in cognitive decline, a prime symptom of neurodegenerative diseases, report...

In a dramatic increase since 2009, 1 in 54 people is expected to develop a dangerous form of melanoma, which may be lethal in some cases. Lifestyle choices may be a factor in this increase.

Three recent cases of young children choking while eating whole grapes highlighted choking hazards for kids. A report was released wishing to build awareness among parents concerning the dangers of fruits with smooth tex...

The most wonderful time of the year can also be the bluest and most stressful. Find out why the holidays that bring so much joy to others can trigger stress and deep sadness in some, and how to overcome the holiday blues...

New research has proposed a cheaper alternative to the expensive scientific equipment necessary for the observation of cell dynamics and behavior. The new method uses smartphones and it is significantly cheaper.

According to a recent study, one in six patients diagnosed with breast cancer decides to have both breasts removed. The procedure is not necessary for many of them and it is believed the examples provided by celebrities ...

Scientists from the Salk Institute were able to reverse cellular aging in mice through genetic partial programming. By manipulating four genes, the researchers converted the cells back into their embryonic states.