Concerns about the addictive nature of e-cigarettes — now used by an estimated 1 out of 20 Americans — may…
Scientists teach machines to predict recovery time from sports-related concussions
Deciding when an athlete can return to the game after a head injury makes managing the treatment of sports-related concussions…
Forgotten fathers: New dads also at risk for postpartum depression
A new study offers an in-depth view of new fathers’ experiences with postpartum depression (PPD). The study explores issues they…
Getting a flu shot while hospitalized lowers the chance of a heart attack
There’s now another reason to get your yearly flu shot. Not only can it protect you from the body aches,…
A nap a day keeps high blood pressure at bay
It seems that napping may do more than just reboot our energy level and improve our mood. New research has…
Heart attacks increasingly common in young adults
Even though fewer heart attacks are occurring in the US — in large part due to the use of medications…
Moderate alcohol consumption linked with high blood pressure
A study of more than 17,000 US adults shows that moderate alcohol consumption — seven to 13 drinks per week…
New optical imaging system could be deployed to find tiny tumors
Researchers have developed a near-infrared fluorescent optical imaging system that could enable them to find tiny tumors, as small as…
A television in the bedroom?
Spending too much time watching TV in their room can harm preschoolers’ development, a new study finds.
Bullying bosses negatively impact employee performance and behavior
Employees bullied by their bosses are more likely to report unfairness and work stress, and consequently become less committed to…