Nursing home prolonged stay can be detrimental to the lungs
A delayed stay in a nursing home can be inconvenient for your lungs' well-being, aside from your pocket's well-being, says another study. The indoor...
Tetanus shot used to extend lives of brain cancer patients
Researchers at Duke University Medical Center have discovered that by adding a dose of tetanus vaccine to an experimental treatment for glioblastoma, the most...
Being active protects white matter keeping seniors moving
Strong evidence has demonstrated physically active older adults have lower rates of diseases including heart disease and diabetes. They also have a lower risk...
Study: Coconut oil as a possible cure for Alzheimer’s disease
In 2012, the story of Steve Newport spread like wildfire. Newport had moderate symptoms of Alzheimer's which were reversed after he began taking coconut...
No link between antidepressants during pregnancy and baby’s asthma risk
A new study from Denmark may put to rest the concerns pregnant women suffering from depression have about taking antidepressants and their possible link...
Hand wash your dishes and reduce childhood allergies
A kitchen appliance that many consider essential is a dishwasher. After all, who would choose to slave over a hot sinkful of dirty dishes...
Environmental pollutants adversely affect infant growth
Infancy is a very delicate phase in human development which is very sensitive to environmental pollutants. The Norwegian Institute of Public Health reported, infant...
Napping preschoolers may have nighttime sleep problems
Moms or other caregivers relish a young child’s naptime because it offers an opportunity for some quality my-time. However, a new study by researchers...
Many homeless adults with mental illness also have cognitive deficits
Nearly three-quarters of homeless mentally ill adults in Canada show signs of cognitive deficits such as difficulties with learning, memory, and problem solving, say...
Insomnia increases the risk for hypertension
Insomnia is a very annoying condition which may adversely affect your health. The American Heart Association reported, that chronic insomniacs may be confronted with...
Problems after brain injury are widely misunderstood, say researchers
Researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine are challenging widespread misperceptions about the true nature of the chronic degenerative problems caused by...
New study reports adenotonsillectomy benefits childhood sleep apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition that is far more common than generally understood. It occurs in all age groups and...