The year 2019 looked to be the one in which the U.S. Congress would solve the problem of surprise medical…
Communicating science can benefit from scientists ‘being human’
As social beliefs and values change over time, scientists have struggled with effectively communicating the facts of their research with…
New test identifies poisonous mushrooms
A simple, portable test can detect the deadliest of the mushroom poisons in minutes, researchers say. Eating toxic mushrooms causes…
An apple a day might help keep bothersome menopause symptoms away
A healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables is known to benefit the human body in so many ways. Now…
Altered potassium levels in neurons may cause mood swings in bipolar disorder
A sweeping new set of findings reveals previously unknown details explaining why some neurons in bipolar patients swing between being…
When parents should worry about teen girls’ selfies
Adolescent girls who invest a lot of time in editing and selecting the perfect selfie may feel more body shame…
Boys with inattention-hyperactivity face increased risk for traumatic brain injuries
Researchers show that boys exhibiting inattention-hyperactivity at age 10 have a higher risk for traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in adolescence…
A new way to assess male fertility
Current tests for male fertility include measuring the concentration and motility of spermatozoa. However, other characteristics of sperm, such as…
Weed-derived compounds in Serbian groundwater could contribute to endemic kidney disease
People living in Balkan farming villages along the Danube River have long suffered from a unique type of kidney disease…
Carrots plus sticks: Study looks at what works to reduce low-value care
The old story of a farmer trying to get a stubborn mule to pull a wagon by dangling a carrot…