Skin diseases are ranked as the fourth most common cause of human illness, but many affected people do not consult…
Complications during birth and later social anxiety in children
A new study indicates that complications during birth may increase the risk that children will develop social anxiety by their…
Older patients with Crohn’s disease benefit from new medications
Combining medications that suppress the immune system has been successful in treating young patients with Crohn’s disease, but some physicians…
Does alcohol consumption have an effect on arthritis?
Several previous studies have demonstrated that moderate alcohol consumption is linked with less severe disease and better quality of life…
Is anxiety in childhood and adolescence linked to later alcohol use disorders?
Investigators found some evidence for a positive association between anxiety during childhood and adolescence with later alcohol use disorders.
Drinking hot tea linked with elevated risk of esophageal cancer
Previous studies have revealed a link between hot tea drinking and risk of esophageal cancer, but until now, no study…
Protein linked to cancer growth drives deadly lung disease
A protein associated with cancer growth appears to drive the deadly lung disease known as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, according to…
Baby step towards breath-testing for gut disorders
Small children may one day avoid invasive, painful and often traumatic esophageal tube-testing for gut damage and celiac disease with…
Mathematicians reveal secret to human sperm’s swimming prowess
Researchers have discovered that a reinforcing outer-layer which coats the tails of human sperm is what gives them the strength…
How our body ‘listens’ to vibrations
We all know the feeling of a mobile phone vibrating in our hands. We perceive these vibrations so clearly thanks…