The basic unit of all living things is the cell—and the human body contains tens of trillions of them. Cancer […]
A path toward more effective drug safety labeling
Changes to drug safety labeling by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provide patients and providers with the most up-to-date […]
This Simple, Effective Ab Workout Will Shred Your Six-Pack
Men’s Health/Eric Rosati You can build up a strong core from heavy weighted structural exercises like squats, but if you […]
Researchers identify effective drug combination against uveal melanoma
Uveal melanoma is a very aggressive type of melanoma that affects the eye. It is a rare disorder, affecting an […]
More effective influenza vaccine begins US clinical trials
A more effective seasonal flu vaccine is about to be tested in clinical trials across the US. The flu shot […]
Bariatric surgery can be safe and effective for adolescents
Pediatricians are often reluctant to recommend bariatric surgery for teen-agers, but a Rutgers-led study concludes it is a justifiable treatment […]
A ventilation system proves effective at reducing hospital infections
Being admitted to the hospital for a specific illness or infection and coming down with another during one’s hospital stay […]
Antipsychotic meds found to be effective against bacteria that cause meningitis
A team of researchers affiliated with multiple institutions in France has found that a class of antipsychotic drugs known as […]
Hour-long snooze keeps high blood pressure at bay
Why it’s good to have an afternoon nap: Hour-long snooze keeps high blood pressure at bay and is nearly as […]
Everyone can be an effective advocate for vaccination: Here’s how
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has named vaccine hesitancy as one of their top 10 threats to global health for […]