Do braces hurt? What to expect
If you buy something through a link on this page, we may earn a small commission. How this works. Braces are a type of orthodontic treatment that orthodontists use to…
Using anthrax to fight cancer
Scientists recently trialed a method that uses anthrax to attack bladder cancer. The approach was successful in experiments using both human and animal tissue. They hope that in the…
Are most dolphins ’right-handed,’ too?
Researchers studying a group of dolphins in the Bahamas have made an intriguing discovery: Most of the group had a right-side bias, much in the way that most humans are right-handed.…
New MRI scans reveal brain features of depression
Recent advances in brain scanning may bring welcome news to people with depression. Two new types of MRI appear able to spot distinct brain characteristics of the condition. Share on…
Why scientists are studying hibernation to tackle obesity
Many mammals gain weight and become insulin resistant during fall. However, these changes are easily reversible, and the mammals will not develop any further unhealthful symptoms. Researchers believe that the explanation…
Chest pain in women: What causes it, and how do doctors diagnose it?
Chest pain or discomfort is a common symptom of a heart attack in both men and women. Anyone who experiences chest pain or discomfort that lasts for several minutes or recurs…
What to know about bleeding after a Pap smear
Many people who have a Pap smear notice light bleeding, or spotting, for a couple of days after the test. In most cases, this is not a cause for…
Run Smart This Winter -- Here’s How
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Antarctic Study Shows Isolation, Monotony May Change the Human Brain
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Mom039s Diabetes Tied to Heart Disease in Kids Years Later
Children whose mothers had diabetes -- including but not limited to gestational diabetes -- showed increased risk of heart disease, a Danish…