Archive: 18/11/2016

Toddlers with autism don't avoid eye contact, but do miss its significance

A new study conducted by researchers at Marcus Autism Center, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and Emory University School of Medicine helps put to rest a longstanding controversy and question about children with autism ...

Nov 18, 2016

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How thinking about behavior differently can lead to happier FASD families

A new study from the University of Rochester sheds light on how parents and caregivers of children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) can best help their kids, and at the same time, maintain peace at home and at ...

Nov 18, 2016

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Guidelines developed for prostate MRI after negative biopsy

(HealthDay)—In a consensus statement from the American Urological Association and Society of Abdominal Radiology, published in the December issue of The Journal of Urology, guidelines are presented for prostate magnetic resonance ...

Nov 18, 2016

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FDA explains pros, cons of permanent birth control

(HealthDay)—Women need to carefully consider the benefits and risks of permanent birth control devices, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says.

Nov 18, 2016

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Reflux and ulcer medications linked to kidney stones and chronic kidney disease

Certain medications commonly used to treat heartburn, acid reflux, and ulcers can have damaging effects on the kidneys. The findings come from two studies that will be presented at ASN Kidney Week 2016 November 15¬-20 at ...

Nov 18, 2016

Neighborhoods may be key to teens' mental well-being

(HealthDay)—Teenagers living in cohesive neighborhoods—where trusted neighbors get involved in monitoring each other's children—experience fewer symptoms of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.

Nov 18, 2016

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Hi-tech skin patch might someday track your health

A new type of acoustic sensor that resembles a small Band-Aid on the skin can monitor your heartbeat and other health measures, researchers say.

Nov 18, 2016

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Can protein, probiotics help with blood sugar control?

(HealthDay)—Adding protein-rich or probiotic-laden foods to your diet may help control your blood sugar levels, according to a pair of new studies.

Nov 18, 2016

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Study offers new insight into how Alzheimer's disease begins

A new study from The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston offers important insight into how Alzheimer's disease begins within the brain. The researchers found a relationship between inflammation, a toxic protein ...

Nov 18, 2016

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Fear of the unknown common to many anxiety disorders

Several anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, social anxiety disorder and specific phobias, share a common underlying trait: increased sensitivity to uncertain threat, or fear of the unknown, report researchers from ...

Nov 18, 2016

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