Latest science news in Health & Medicine
Indoor pollution from fuels may threaten heart
HealthDay News Regularly using kerosene or diesel for cooking, heating or lighting may increase the risk of heart attack and early death, a new study warns.
Antibiotics against severe salmonella infections in Africa increasingly ineffective
Salmonella infections in the bloodstream, caused by Salmonella enterica bacteria, are still the cause of many deaths in southern regions and Southeast Asia. Children between the age of two and...
Primary care doctors OK for PTSD, depression in military members: Study
Stephen FellerSANTA MONICA, Calif., June 14 (UPI) -- Increasing access to psychological services through primary care physicians led to military members having better mental health, according to a recent study.
A common enemy: Through clinical trials, veterinarian fights cancer in animals, humans
A veterinarian is conducting clinical trials to treat cancers in dogs, cats and other companion animals. But this research benefits humans, too. Many cancers in animals -- especially dogs --...
Culture crash: How common pediatric diseases affect the healthy intestinal microbiome
A large number of young patients require surgery for various intestinal diseases. Since the intestinal microbiome is an important regulator of gut health and immune function, researchers investigated how surgical...
Physical activity builds stronger bones, even in children with genetic risk
Exercise, particularly high-impact activity, builds stronger bones in children, even for those who carry genetic variants that predispose them to bone weakness, according to new research. The scientists say their...
Starving cancer cells by blocking their metabolism
Scientists have found a way to starve liver cancer cells by blocking a protein that is required for glutamine breakdown -- while leaving normal cells intact. The discovery opens new...
Researchers discover new therapeutic approach for cardiorenal syndrome type 2
A study suggests a new therapeutic approach to treat the development of chronic kidney disease secondary to chronic heart failure, known as cardiorenal syndrome type 2. Researchers suggest inhibiting G...
Diabetes drug lowers risk of cardiovascular complications, kidney disease
The glucose-lowering drug liraglutide safely and effectively decreases the overall risk of heart attack, stroke, or cardiovascular death, kidney disease, and death from all causes for people with type 2...
Drug treatment of hyperactivity in kids may have levelled off in UK
The tendency to treat childhood hyperactivity (ADHD) with drugs may have reached a plateau in the UK, following a steep rise in the number of prescriptions for these medicines over...
PSA test best at predicting lethal prostate cancer, study says
Stephen FellerBOSTON, June 14 (UPI) -- A blood test at midlife can accurately predict a man's risk for more deadly forms of prostate cancer, according to a review of medical...
FDG PET evaluates immunotherapy for non-small cell lung cancer
Non-small cell lung cancers (NSCLC) have a collective reputation for not responding very well to chemotherapy. Researchers now report a means of evaluating an immunotherapy that fights off NSCLC by...
Spikes in blood pressure don't always need ER care
HealthDay News If your blood pressure at a doctor's office is alarmingly high, in most cases that doesn't mean a trip to the emergency room, a new study suggests.
Freddie Gray case: Baltimore officer takes witness stand in Goodson trial
Doug G. WareBALTIMORE, June 13 (UPI) -- A Baltimore police officer on trial for the death of Freddie Gray heard testimony Monday from a fellow officer who also faces charges...
'Urgent action is needed': PM Trudeau pledges $70M over 3 years to address Indigenous mental health
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced today following a meeting with Indigenous youth nearly $70 million over three years in new funding to address the health and suicide crisis afflicting Indigenous...
Topical application of antiretroviral drug combination prevents transmission of (S)HIV
For the first time, researchers show that two powerful antiretroviral drugs can provide complete protection against HIV when delivered topically by a sustained release intravaginal ring (IVR) device. The combination...
Autologous stem cell transplant should be standard care for HIV-associated lymphoma
According to researchers, people with HIV-associated lymphoma who receive autologous stem cell transplant have similar survival rates and are no more at risk of serious complications compared to those without...
Training helps those with mild cognitive impairment, study shows
Strategy-based reasoning training can improve the cognitive performance for those with mild cognitive impairment, a preclinical stage of those at risk for Alzheimer's disease, a new study shows.
Low-tech system overcomes barriers preventing doctor-patient chat about drinking habits
Primary care doctors are reluctant to talk to patients about their drinking habits, for fear of being perceived as judgmental. But a simple, intervention that encourages discussion could resolve this...
Hospital or outpatient care when patients present with hypertensive urgency?
Do ambulatory patients who present in office settings with hypertensive urgency -- systolic blood pressure (BP) at least 180mm HG and diastolic BP at least 110 mm Hg -- do...
Apple Steps Up Its Fitness Game With Health Apps For Apple Watch
Health And wants you to practice mindfulness and deep breathing with new Breathe Tracking your every step, breath, and hour of sleep you get...
Proper maternal folate level may reduce child obesity risk
Proper maternal folate levels during pregnancy may protect children from a future risk of obesity, especially those born to obese mothers, according to a new study.
How an essential medicines list could benefit Canadians
Unlike more than 100 members of the World Health Organization, Canada doesn't have a list of essential medicines. Creating one could help alleviate drug shortages and improve prescribing practices, doctors...
Study suggests another look at common treatments for hemophilia
Participants who received a recombinant therapy— the present standard in the United States — developed antibodies or “inhibitors” to the treatments at almost twice the rate as those whose treatments...
Kids gain from more 'dad time'
Amy Norton, HealthDay News The American Academy of Pediatrics reports U.S. dads are more involved in child care than ever before, benefiting kids' health and well-being.
Tokyo's naked restaurant bans elderly, overweight and tattooed patrons
Ben HooperTOKYO, June 13 (UPI) -- A Tokyo pop-up restaurant is joining the nude dining trend, but with a twist: there are age and weight limits for enjoying a meal...
Gordon Ramsay's wife Tana miscarries at 5 months
Annie MartinLONDON, June 13 (UPI) -- "MasterChef" judge Gordon Ramsay thanked fans for their support after wife Tana Ramsay suffered a miscarriage.
Pennsylvania governor to undergo prostate cancer treatment
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) -- Pennsylvania's governor is about to undergo an outpatient procedure for prostate cancer and will be out of the office...