How chronic stress changes the brain—and what you can do to reverse the damage A bit of stress is a normal part of our daily lives, which can even be good for us. Overcoming stressful events can make us more resilient. But when the stress is severe or chronic—for example caused by the breakdown of ... Mar 12, 2020 0 464
Research reduces barriers for doctors treating children with autism While autism specialists are crucial in the diagnosis and treatment of children with autism, primary care providers are very often the first to care for children with autism spectrum disorder. Mar 12, 2020 0 9
Why throat cancers are on the rise, and why it matters to you Who among us hasn't had a sore throat, a hoarse voice or a lump in the neck? Usually these are minor problems that go away on their own or after a course of antibiotics—but if they don't, check in with your doctor. These ... Mar 12, 2020 0 8
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma treatment gets an initial 'no' for NHS use in England The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has not recommended a new combination therapy for adults with an aggressive type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma on the NHS in England. Mar 12, 2020 0 1
Can breathing dirty air make you gain weight? Breathing dirty air takes a heavy toll on gut bacteria, boosting risk of obesity, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders and other chronic illnesses, new University of Colorado Boulder research suggests. Mar 12, 2020 0 382
New book details roadmap to prevent and treat Parkinson's A new book titled "Ending Parkinson's Disease: A Prescription for Action" and authored by University of Rochester Medical Center neurologist Ray Dorsey, M.D. and his colleagues, lays out a new vision to prevent, advocate ... Mar 12, 2020 0 5
Epidemiologist urges U.S. public to ramp up social distancing, increase coronavirus tests As the U.S. takes early "social distancing" steps, a Harvard epidemiologist is urging the nation to walk away faster, saying there's danger in ambling down a path similar to Italy, where three coronavirus cases four weeks ... Mar 12, 2020 0 1
Facebook users change their language before an emergency hospital visit: study The language people use on Facebook subtly changes before they make a visit to the emergency department (ED), a new study found. Researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and Stony ... Mar 12, 2020 2 229
Shock Trump ban on travel from Europe as virus surges US President Donald Trump announced a shock 30-day ban on travel from mainland Europe over the coronavirus pandemic that has sparked unprecedented lockdowns, widespread panic and another financial market meltdown Thursday. Mar 12, 2020 0 1
Hand-made tale: Indian amputee's new lower limbs adapt to her body When amputee Shreya Siddanagowder was offered new hands, the Indian student didn't hesitate—even though they were big, dark and hairy, and once belonged to a man. Mar 12, 2020 0 1