Scientists have shown that the social insect Lasius niger (or black garden ant) changes its behavior following exposure to a
Month: November 2018
Establishing a universal forensic DNA database
In the wake of recent high-profile successes catching criminals using publicly-accessible genomic data, results that build momentum for this approach,
As Vaping Became Popular Among Young, Smoking Rates Fell
The advent of the e-cigarette appears to have spurred a huge drop in tobacco smoking rates among teenagers and young
ISS microbes should be monitored to avoid threat to astronaut health
Strains of the bacterium Enterobacter, similar to newly found opportunistic infectious organisms seen in a few hospital settings, have been
Over half of former ICU patients in the UK report symptoms of psychological disorders
Patients in the UK who have survived critical illnesses requiring care in an intensive care unit (ICU) frequently report symptoms
Warmer Winters, More Violent Crimes?
Milder winters caused by climate change may lead to an increase in violent crime in the United States, researchers say.
Influential U.S. Panel Backs PrEP HIV-Prevention Pills
Latest HIV News TUESDAY, Nov. 20, 2018 (HealthDay News) — For the first time, a highly influential panel of experts
Could an anti-global warming atmospheric spraying program really work?
A program to reduce Earth’s heat capture by injecting aerosols into the atmosphere from high-altitude aircraft is possible, but unreasonably
Treating COPD patients for anxiety using CBT reduces hospital visits and is cost-effective
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) delivered by respiratory nurses is cost-effective and reduces anxiety symptoms in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Don’t Eat Romaine Lettuce Due to E. Coli Outbreak, FDA Warns
Cross one ingredient off your Thanksgiving dinner menu: romaine lettuce. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Centers
