Hot flashes, a common curse in menopause, can be especially bothersome after breast cancer. But a new study suggests an
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Some people uncomfortable discontinuing cancer screening even when benefit is low
Get screened. Screening saves lives. It’s a simple message, but as screening recommendations become more complicated, what happens when the
Choice of surgery may affect quality of life for young breast cancer survivors
Even as more young women with breast cancer opt to have mastectomies, many experience a persistent decline in their sexual
More Are Seeking Mental Health Care, But Not Always Those Who Need It Most
On the surface, the news looks good for America’s mental health — a new report shows the rate of people
How ice particles promote the formation of radicals
The production of chlorofluorocarbons, which damage the ozone layer, has been banned as far as possible. However, other substances can
How fruit flies ended up in our fruit bowls
Fruit flies can be a scourge in our homes, but to date no-one has known how they became our uninvited
Health Tip: Understanding Bottlemouth Syndrome
Bottlemouth syndrome is a form of tooth decay that affects babies and young children. It is caused by prolonged drinking
Supercomputers without waste heat
Generally speaking, magnetism and the lossless flow of electrical current (“superconductivity”) are competing phenomena that cannot coexist in the same
Molecular insights into spider silk
They are lightweight, almost invisible, highly extensible and strong, and of course biodegradable: the threads spiders use to build their
Health Tip: Improve Your Sleep Habits
Sleep is a complex biological process that helps you process new information, stay healthy and feel rested, the U.S. National
