US Health Task Force Considers Lowering Recommended Age for Cancer Test Posted December 23, 2020 The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) is looking at a proposal that seeks to lower the recommended age for colorectal cancer screening to 45. Colorect…
Scientists Discover New Organ in Human Throat Posted December 11, 2020 Scientists from the Netherlands discovered a new organ located in the upper part of the human throat. The newly identified organ was named the tubarial salivary glands because …
Study Shows Regular Social Interaction Helps Prevent Dementia Posted December 9, 2020 Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh have discovered that people who socialize regularly are less likely to develop dementia. Previous studies have found a cor…
Study: Noise Apps May Not be Good for Sleep Posted November 28, 2020 New research has revealed that white noise apps do not improve sleep. A number of popular apps and devices use white noise, such as the humming
Popular Diet Not Effective in Losing Weight, Study Says Posted November 20, 2020 A new study found that intermittent fasting, a diet method that involves eating only during certain hours of the day, does not have a significant impact on weight…
Scientists Discover Device that May Help Sleeping Problems Posted November 18, 2020 Scientists have discovered that using a pair of ear clips called “ear zappers” may help treat insomnia. A study suggested that using the ear zappers before goi…
Researchers Identify Potential Treatment for Common Disease Posted November 6, 2020 Researchers have identified a treatment that can potentially cure enterovirus 71, a common cause of hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD). The disease is rampant
FDA Warns Consumers about Hand Sanitizers that Look Like Food Posted November 3, 2020 The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned consumers about hand sanitizers that are packaged in food-like containers. The FDA found that some hand sanitizers are sold in…
Common Painkiller Connected to Risky Behavior, Study Says Posted October 23, 2020 A new study found that paracetamol, a common painkiller, can induce risky behavior. Previous studies have shown that paracetamol can dampen positive feelings, …
Study: Grilling Meat Increases Risk of Heart Disease and Diabetes Posted October 16, 2020 Researchers from the University of South Australia found that cooking red meat at high temperatures can increase the risk of degenerative diseases. According t…