Social relationships are essential to aging well; research has shown an association between lack of social engagement and increased risk
Category: Health
High-fat diet suppress brain cells that curb overeating
A team of researchers has found that certain brain cells involved in curbing overeating in mice became less active after
Roles of protein mutation in brain development disorder
Christianson Syndrome is a rare disorder whose symptoms include intellectual disability, seizures and difficulty standing or walking. Although it is
Preventing cancer causing virus with HPV vaccine
HPV vaccination programs significantly reduce human papillomavirus infections and precancerous cervical lesions, a new global review finds. Vaccination protects against
How cancer spreads
Yale researchers have discovered how metastasis, the spread of cancer cells throughout the body, is triggered on the molecular level,
Effects of triclosan on bone health
Triclosan is an endocrine-disrupting chemical being widely used as an antibacterial in consumer goods and personal care products, including soaps,
Survivors of breast cancer face increased risk of heart disease
Thanks to advanced medical treatments, women diagnosed with breast cancer today will likely survive the disease. However, some treatment options
Size matters: New data reveals cell size sparks genome awakening in embryos
Transitions are a hallmark of life. When dormant plants flower in the spring or when a young adult strikes out
Is decaf coffee harmful to health?
Decaffeinated coffee, or decaf, is similar to regular coffee but contains very little caffeine. According to a 2017 systematic review, decaf
Marijuana use increases, shifts away from illegal market
A new article published by researchers from University of Puget Sound and University of Washington reports that, based on analysis
