Researchers argue that human-caused extinction of the tsetse fly would be unethical, but elimination campaigns targeting isolated populations of the…
How light at night may harm outcomes in cardiac patients
Nneuroscientists linked white light at night — the kind that typically illuminates hospital rooms — to inflammation, brain-cell death and…
Poll: Pets help older adults cope with health issues, get active and connect with others
Pets help older adults cope with mental and physical health issues, according to a new national poll. But pets can…
Making lead pipes safe
Lead leaching from pipes into the water supply is a serious public health concern. If water sources or treatments are…
Psychostimulants play a major role in fatal strokes among young adults
An estimated 76 million people use psychostimulants, which include illicit drugs such as methamphetamine, cocaine, and 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine, as well as…
Sleeping pill use linked to greater need for blood pressure medications
A study of 752 older adults with hypertension followed from 2008-2010 through 2012-2013, using sleeping pills on a regular basis…
Anti-inflammatory plant-based diet helps reduce gingivitis
A plant-based whole food diet reduced gingivitis in a recent randomized trial.
Counselors may find that focusing on the human-nature connection may help clients
The concept of ‘ecowellness’ encompasses a sense of appreciation, respect, and awe of nature that can contribute to holistic wellness.…
Stress in childhood and adulthood have combined impact on hormones and health
Adults who report high levels of stress and who also had stressful childhoods are most likely to show hormone patterns…
New protein for gene editing may improve disease treatment, sustainable manufacturing
Researchers have developed a method that uses the protein Argonaute from Natronobacterium gregoryi (NgAgo) and supplied DNA for gene editing.