Scientists have uncovered a unique set of genes that play a role in muscle cellular gene expression and differentiation which…
Medical News Today: Knee pain from squatting: What to do
Squatting properly does not usually cause knee pain. However, if a person squats incorrectly or has a knee injury or…
Defects in heart valve cilia during fetal development cause mitral valve prolapse
Genetic mutations in heart valve cells of the developing fetus lead to mitral valve prolapse, report a global collaborative of…
Infants later diagnosed with autism seldom initiate joint attention
A new study shows that infants who are later diagnosed with autism react adequately when others initiate joint attention, but…
Reductions in PM over decade has improved health; ozone pollution remains little changed
Fewer deaths and serious illnesses have occurred in the US over the past decade as a result of cleaner air,…
Unlike men, women’s cognitive performance may improve at higher room temperature
Women’s performance on math and verbal tests is best at higher temperatures, while men perform best on the same tests…
Eating healthily at work matters
A new study has demonstrated that employees at a large urban hospital who purchased the least healthy food in its…
Study identifies dog breeds, physical traits that pose highest risk of biting children
Nearly five million people are bitten by dogs each year in the United States, and children are at a much…
Positive aspects of masculinity helps improve boys’ attitudes toward relationship violence
A program aimed at reducing violence against women and girls by focusing on positive expressions of masculinity changed the attitudes…
Examining ethical issues surrounding wearable brain devices marketed to consumers
Wearable brain devices are now being marketed directly to consumers and often claim to confer benefits like boosting memory and…