Trump's order for more action on kidney disease may shrink organ transplant waitlists
The need for organs to transplant far exceeds the supply.
July 12, 2019
680
Health
Selecting groceries ahead of time helps some shoppers make healthier choices
A study found that grocery shoppers who could change their orders were more likely to swap produce for junk food than the…
July 10, 2019
1022
Physician burnout: Why legal and regulatory systems may need to step in
Doctor depression, burnout and suicide have been rising for some time, and overwork was considered the norm. A health care…
July 9, 2019
698
Counterfeit alcohol, sometimes containing jet fuel or embalming fluid, is a growing concern for tour
Recent deaths of tourists in the Dominican Republic have brought attention to the troubling, and sometimes deadly, issue…
July 8, 2019
522
Confused about what to eat? Science can help
'Why is nutrition so confusing?' is a common lament, but the truth is out there. Forget fad diets and media hype.…
July 5, 2019
647
Drugs on a coil free patients from the burden of taking pills for treating infectious diseases
Treating infectious diseases is a huge challenge because patients often fail to take the medicine for the long duration,…
July 3, 2019
1039
Every dog has its day, but it's not the Fourth of July
Millions of Americans love the fireworks on July 4, but millions of dogs will tremble in fear. A vet explains the causes…
July 2, 2019
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George Washington's biggest battle? With his dentures, made from hippo ivory and maybe slaves' teeth
As we celebrate the nation's founding, it's a good time to note the heroism of George Washington. The British were…
July 2, 2019
577
Will they ever wake up? New study on consciousness after brain injury shows 'maybe'
Consciousness has long been debated, particularly in the decades since devices have been used to keep people alive after…
July 2, 2019
516
Sugar substitutes: Is one better or worse for diabetes? For weight loss? An expert explains
There is a huge variety of sugar substitutes available. What's the difference? Is one better for controlling blood sugar…
July 1, 2019
537
Sequencing the genome of newborns in the US: Are we ready?
What happens when babies are born critically ill and the doctors have no idea what is wrong? Some argue that a controversial…
June 28, 2019
542
Why lead is dangerous, and the damage it does
The Flint water crisis made the country aware of the dangers of lead. But why, exactly, is this element so toxic and what…
June 27, 2019
734
Should you be tested for HIV? Why June 27 is a good day to do it
June 27 is National HIV Testing Day, and an expert suggests it's a good time to think about testing, especially for…
June 27, 2019
691
Ebola in Uganda, and the dynamics of a new and different outbreak
Alarm arose when news spread that Ebola cases had been found in Uganda. Here are the real reasons for concern.
June 26, 2019
503
Health care price transparency: Fool's gold, or real money in your pocket?
President Trump has been backing transparency in hospital pricing so that consumers can compare prices. But will that help…
June 24, 2019
594
Supplements for brain health show no benefit – a neurologist explains a new study
With fear of a diagnosis of Alzheimer's a constant concern for many seniors, they turn to supplements. A recent study…
June 20, 2019
539
Time to cook is a luxury many families don't have
Celebrity chefs often preach about the ease of home cooking and meal planning. But for most mothers juggling a job, child…
June 19, 2019
522
Sleep training for your kids: Why and how it works
Adults are not the only people in the US who have problems with sleep – babies and children suffer from loss of sleep,…
June 18, 2019
563
The Trebek effect: The benefits of well wishes
Alex Trebek raised an interesting question when he thanked well-wishers for supporting him in his fight against pancreatic…
June 17, 2019
676
Fathers need to care for themselves as well as their kids – but often don't
As the nation prepares to celebrate fathers, two experts ask whether dads are making their health a priority. Evidence suggests…
June 14, 2019
532