Fear, trust, and the likelihood of exposure are three leading factors that influence whether people are willing to be vaccinated…
How mammals’ brains evolved to distinguish odors is nothing to sniff at
Neuroscientists have discovered that at least six types of mammals — from mice to cats — distinguish odors in roughly…
Greater prevalence of congenital heart defects in high intensity oil and gas areas
Mothers living near more intense oil and gas development activity have a 40-70% higher chance of having children with congenital…
Strong family relationships may help with asthma outcomes for children
Positive family relationships might help youth to maintain good asthma management behaviors even in the face of difficult neighborhood conditions,…
Researchers explain muscle loss with menopause
New research has shown that estrogen is essential to maintaining muscle stem cell health.
Biomaterial-delivered chemotherapy leads to long-term survival in brain cancer
A combination of chemotherapy drugs during brain cancer surgery using a biodegradable paste, leads to long-term survival, researchers have discovered.
Neuroscientists discover neuron type that acts as brain’s metronome
By measuring the fast electrical spikes of individual neurons in the touch region of the brain, neuroscientists have discovered a…
Medical News Today: Menstrual cups vs. pads and tampons: How do they compare?
A new systematic review has assessed the safety and reliability of menstrual cups. Its findings are overwhelmingly positive, though some…
Medical News Today: Why orthopedic shoes may not really be good for our feet
New research into how calluses work for our feet and balance suggests that thick-soled shoes, such as orthopedic shoes, may…
An Airline Told a Breastfeeding Woman to Cover Up. Social Media Weighed In.
The Dutch carrier KLM told customers that it might ask mothers to cover themselves while breastfeeding onboard if other passengers…