Neurons off-load toxic by-products to astrocytes, which process and recycle them.
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There are many sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) that people can get as a result of having oral sex, including gonorrhea,…
Prescription drug costs steadily soar, yet price transparency is lacking
After reviewing tens of millions of insurance claims for the country’s 49 most popular brand-name prescription drugs, a team found…
Do video games with shooting affect kids’ behavior with real guns?
A randomized clinical trial in a university laboratory examined the effects of video games with weapons on children’s behavior when…
Seven key health measures help predict future risk of heart disease
Seven key measures of heart health may help predict future risk of cardiovascular disease, according to researchers. They added that…
Antibiotics that dentists prescribe are unnecessary 81% of the time
Antibiotics prescribed by dentists as a preemptive strike against infection are unnecessary 81% of the time.
Medical News Today: What causes heartburn and nausea?
Heartburn and nausea are both common digestive issues. They can occur together, especially if a person experiences indigestion. Learn more…
Occupational hazards account for more than one in ten people with range of lung diseases
More than 1 in 10 people with a range of non-cancerous lung diseases may be sick as a result of…
Certain antidepressants could provide treatment for multiple infectious diseases
Some antidepressants could potentially be used to treat a wide range of diseases caused by bacteria living within cells, according…
School children who nap are happier, excel academically, and have fewer behavioral problems
Children who nap 30 to 60 minutes midday at least three times a week are happier, have more self-control and…