Medical News Today: Breast cancer: are men the forgotten victims?

In the US, 2,360 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. But still, many people believe that it only affects women. We investigate the reasons why.

Medical News Today: Is a 'too-clean' environment to blame for childhood asthma?

A new study suggests that 3-month-old infants with an increased asthma risk have lower levels of four types of gut bacteria, lending support to the hygiene hypothesis.

Medical News Today: Benefits of psychotherapy for depression 'overstated'

The efficacy of psychotherapy against depression has been overstated by previous research due to publication bias, according to a new review.

Medical News Today: Insulin-producing cells offer hope for people with type 1 diabetes

Scientists have developed a technique to make cells that will produce insulin. They could eventually be used in transplants for people with type 1 diabetes.

Medical News Today: Psoriasis patients at increased risk for depression

A major study in the US finds that psoriasis and depression are linked, but the degree of psoriasis does not imply more severe depression.

Medical News Today: Colds, flu linked to increased stroke risk for children

Minor infections such as colds and flu may temporarily increase the risk of stroke for children, according to the results of a new study.

Medical News Today: 'Golden hour' saves US servicemen's lives

Implementation of 'golden hour' in Afghanistan saves US servicemen's lives. The mandate decreeing that transport to hospital should be halved significantly decreases fatality rate.

Medical News Today: A single test could detect almost any virus

In the future, one test could detect any virus in a human or animal. Enhanced virome sequencing has already been proven to indicate 52% more viruses than standard testing.

Medical News Today: Disguising drugs as platelets could make them more effective against cancer

Researchers have found that coating anticancer drugs in platelet membranes allows them to last longer in the body and target a range of different cancer cells.

Medical News Today: Womb transplantation approved for 10 British women

Doctors have approved a clinical trial in which 10 British women will undergo womb transplantation in the hope the procedure will allow them to carry a child.

Medical News Today: Could asthma be inherited from grandmothers who smoke?

Grandmothers who smoke during pregnancy appear to be putting their grandchildren at risk of asthma due to genetic changes that result from environmental exposure.

Medical News Today: What is delayed cord clamping?

Find out about the potential immediate and long-term benefits that come with delaying the time at which the umbilical cord is clamped following birth.

Medical News Today: Deep sleep boosts immunological memory

Just as psychological memory stores environmental and social information, scientists suggests that the immune system stores immunological information for future use.

Medical News Today: Increasing calcium intake 'does not improve bone health of seniors'

Increasing calcium intake to current recommendations does not improve bone density or reduce the risk of fractures among adults over the age of 50, two new studies find.

Medical News Today: Aspirin may double survival for cancer patients

Patients with gastrointestinal cancers who took aspirin after diagnosis were more than twice as likely to survive as those who did not take the drug, a new study finds.

Medical News Today: Age-related blindness cure steps closer with new stem cell trial

Researchers have successfully transplanted eye cells derived from stem cells into a patient with the hope of curing vision loss caused by wet age-related macular degeneration.

Medical News Today: Sugary drinks raise risk of heart attack, heart disease by more than a third

A new study urges action to reduce consumption of sugary drinks, as they are confirmed to contribute to heart disease, stroke, diabetes and gout.

Medical News Today: Saturated fats too often replaced with unhealthy alternatives

While replacing saturated fats with alternatives is widely recommended, many people are replacing them with options that offer no health benefit.

Medical News Today: 12 weeks pregnant: your pregnancy week by week

What is happening in week 10 of your pregnancy? Your baby is now the size of a plum and its heartbeat can be heard with an external Doppler.

Medical News Today: Mediterranean diet best for a healthy gut, study finds

A new study of the eating habits of 153 Italians shows that a Mediterranean diet may be best for the production of healthy short-chain fatty acids.

Medical News Today: Childhood stress may raise risk for diabetes, heart disease in adulthood

People who experience high levels of stress in childhood may be more likely to develop diabetes or heart disease later in life, a new study finds.

Medical News Today: Study finds drug improves survival for patients with non-small cell lung cancer

A new phase 3 trial finds that overall survival is longer for patient with non-small cell lung cancer treated with the drug nivolumab compared with chemotherapy drug docetaxel.

Medical News Today: Genetic test identifies which breast cancer patients can avoid chemotherapy

Researchers reveal how a genetic test called Oncotype DX effectively identified which patients with early-stage breast cancer could safely avoid chemotherapy.

Medical News Today: Dried plums may help lower colon cancer risk

New research shows that compounds found in dried plums may encourage healthy gut bacteria and decrease the development of aberrant crypt foci, lowering the risk of colon cancer.

Medical News Today: New drug combo could help older adults with clinical depression

Combining an antipsychotic drug with an antidepressant could improve depression in older adults who are unresponsive to antidepressants alone, according to a new study.

Medical News Today: What are the health benefits of coriander?

Find out about the health benefits of consuming coriander, including reducing the risk of several cancers and eye disease due to containing a high level of antioxidants.

Medical News Today: Breast cancer: Angelina Jolie boosted public awareness of reconstructive surgery

Public awareness about reconstructive surgery following breast cancer improved because of the media coverage of Angelina Jolie’s 2013 double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery.

Medical News Today: Smoking and lung disease found to have genetic links

A major genetic study using data from the UK Biobank has found genetic links with COPD, lung disease and smoking. New findings could pave the way for future interventions.

Medical News Today: Study identifies possible treatment for preeclampsia

Researchers have uncovered a possible treatment for preeclampsia, identifying a strategy that could increase the duration of a pregnancy by 8-15 days.

Medical News Today: Breastfeeding 'does not improve a child's intelligence'

While previous research has suggested breastfeeding can boost a child's IQ, a new study by researchers from the UK finds no such association.

Medical News Today: Playing '20 questions' through brain-to-brain communication

Brain-to-brain interface (BBI) has enabled pairs of participants to play an interactive game through thought communication. This could help treat brain damage disorders in future.

Medical News Today: Control of immune cells could mean safer, more precise cancer treatment

Scientists have found ways to control the action of CAR T cells for the treatment of cancer. The use of medication enables the cells to be switched 'on' at the right moment.

Medical News Today: Study links hearing impairment to increased risk of death

New research finds that the risk of death is increased as a result of hearing impairment in the over-70s, for those with mild as well as more severe hearing loss.

Medical News Today: Why are many women at risk of ovarian cancer not aware of it?

The color teal in September represents Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. This may be the most difficult women's cancer to detect and treat, yet many women are unaware of the risks.

Medical News Today: How a Big Mac affects your body in 1 hour

A new infographic claims to reveal how the world-famous Big Mac from fast food giant McDonald's affects the body 10, 20, 30, 40 and 60 minutes after eating it.

Medical News Today: CDC: 10% of pregnant women drink alcohol

A survey by the CDC shows that 10% of pregnant women in the US are drinking alcohol and 3.1% are binge drinking. Alcohol during pregnancy can cause serious disorders in offspring.

Medical News Today: Exercise, dieting found to improve fertility in women with polycystic ovary syndrome

New research suggests that healthy lifestyle modifications can improve fertility in overweight women with polycystic ovary syndrome more than the birth control pill.

Medical News Today: Malaria in pregnancy leads to cognitive defects in offspring

New research on malaria in pregnancy, based on a study of fetus development in mice, shows a causal link between malaria in pregnancy and cognitive impairment.

Medical News Today: Novel research method reveals eating habits

Researchers used a mobile phone application to gather data about people's eating habits, finding that many eat over a 15-hour period during the day, which may not be healthy.

Medical News Today: Study highlights which fruits and vegetables can aid weight loss

A survey of more than 130,000 Americans has shown that consuming fruits and vegetables does lead to weight loss, and highlights the ones that are best for this purpose.

Medical News Today: Blood pressure medication before bed could lower risk of diabetes

Taking blood pressure medication at bedtime rather than in the morning may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 57%, according to the results of a new study.

Medical News Today: Robot baby helps shed light on the motive behind an infant's smile

New research utilizing the help of a toddler-like robot reveals why mothers are unable to resist returning a baby's smile: infants time a smile in order to get one back.

Medical News Today: Customizing viruses to fight selected bacteria

By tweaking the genomes of bacteriophages - viruses that eat bacteria - scientists hope to customize them to attack disease bacteria, such as those hard to kill with antibiotics.

Medical News Today: Researchers create antimicrobial biofilm to protect medical implants from infection

Implanting a new hip or pacemaker relieves one medical problem but introduces another - the risk of infection. Covering future implants with an antimicrobial film could reduce it.

Medical News Today: Dizziness after getting up may indicate a serious health problem, study finds

New research from the Harvard Medical School suggests that dizziness on getting up could be a sign of a serious underlying medical problem known as orthostatic hypotension.

Medical News Today: Baby sleep: which position is best?

Find out about what position is best for a baby to sleep in, along with how to provide a baby with a safe sleep environment and decrease the risk of sudden infant death syndrome.

Medical News Today: Brain defects behind tinnitus and chronic pain identified

The abnormalities in the brain that result in people having tinnitus and chronic pain have been identified, opening the door to a potential cure for the conditions.

Medical News Today: Paralyzed man uses own brain power to walk again

A man has walked 5 years after being paralyzed by a spinal cord injury using direct brain control. It is hoped that brain implants could be developed to enable mobility.

Medical News Today: Sleep apnea 'could be misdiagnosed as depression'

Around 73% of people with sleep apnea were found to have depressive symptoms in a new study, suggesting the sleep condition could be misdiagnosed as depression.

Medical News Today: Fidgeting may be good for health

As more people spend more time sitting down, new research shows that fidgeting may help to decrease the mortality risk of a sedentary lifestyle.

Medical News Today: Scientists map Parkinson's spread in brain

Using an unprecedented amount of data, scientists show that the pattern of atrophy in Parkinson's disease spreads from cell to cell along brain networks - like a prion disease.

Medical News Today: Gene may amplify impact of life events on mental health

Adults with a certain gene are more likely to have depression following history of childhood abuse but also seem happier than most in the absence of such history, a study shows.

Medical News Today: Probiotic formula may hold key to cow's milk allergy

Studies show that children with a cow's milk allergy may benefit from probiotic treatment, and that food allergy may be related to structural differences in gut bacteria.

Medical News Today: Coffee consumption 'does not raise risk for common form of irregular heartbeat'

A new study of nearly 250,00 participants finds there is no link between the most common form of irregular heartbeat - atrial fibrillation - and coffee consumption.

Medical News Today: Blocking access to 'suicide hotspots' could reduce suicide numbers by over 90%

Researchers suggest that by restricting access to high-risk suicide locations, the number of suicides at such sites could be reduced by 93% each year.

Medical News Today: Existing arthritis drug bodes well for Alzheimer's

Research into tau acetylation has led researchers to believe that salsalate - a drug used to treat arthritis - may help prevent and reverse some of the effects of Alzheimer's.

Medical News Today: Almost a fifth of children's fruit intake comes from apples

Whole fruits contribute to over 50% of children's fruit intake in the US, new research finds, with apples the most common fruit of choice.

Medical News Today: Obesity in the US highest in Midwestern and Southern states

A new report reveals that 23 of the 25 states with the highest rates of obesity in the US are located in the South and the Midwest.

Medical News Today: Pregnancy complications may raise risk of death from heart disease later in life

A major longitudinal study shows that women who suffer complications during pregnancy are more likely to die from heart disease in later life.

Medical News Today: 11 weeks pregnant: your pregnancy week by week

What is happening in week 11 of your pregnancy? Your baby is now the size of a fig and moving around, stretching and rolling inside your uterus.

Medical News Today: Sex 'unlikely to raise heart attack risk' for heart disease patients

Engaging in sexual activity if you have heart disease does not increase the risk of heart attack, according to the findings of a new study.

Medical News Today: Recommendation against regular screening 'puts men at greater prostate cancer risk'

Many many are at greater risk for intermediate- and high-risk prostate cancers as a result of USPSTF recommendations against regular screening for the disease, a new study finds.

Medical News Today: New study finds brain disease in 95% of deceased NFL players

Researchers have identified chronic traumatic encephalopathy in 95% of brains tested belonging to ex-NFL players, indicating a link between football and long-term brain disease.

Medical News Today: New antibody offers hope in fight against C. difficile infection

A new antibody, bezlotoxumab, appears to be effective in treating Clostridium difficile infection. Regulatory approval is to be sought in 2015.

Medical News Today: Dementia will affect 1 in 3 people in the UK, report finds

Around 1 in 3 of people born in the UK this year will develop dementia in their lifetime unless increased prevention and treatment strategies are adopted, a new report finds.

Medical News Today: Enzyme's role could help fight cancer and autoimmune diseases

New knowledge of the enzyme RIPK3 reveals a dual role that could be used to fight disease by reducing its part in inflammation and enhancing its properties in killing cancer cells.

Medical News Today: What is a cesarean section (C-section)?

A cesarean section is a procedure in which an incision is made into a woman's abdomen and uterus to deliver a baby. Find out why it is used, its risks and the recovery period.

Medical News Today: Hypertension drug reduces inflammation from traumatic brain injury

A new study on the processes causing inflammation after a TBI identifies a protein produced in the liver that can be blocked using a drug for hypertension.

Medical News Today: Silicone vaginal ring may help protect underprivileged women against HIV, herpes

Scientists hope a new silicone vaginal ring design will enable effective delivery of drugs against human immunodeficiency virus and sexually transmitted diseases.

Medical News Today: Breakthrough in 3D technology as new technique regenerates complex nerves

Researchers in the US have engineered a technique to regenerate complex nerves that could help people with sciatica and regain other sensory motor functions after injury.

Medical News Today: Beetroot juice benefits patients with heart failure

A new study that takes the experience of elite athletes who have a diet high in nitrates shows there are benefits for people with heart failure, too.

Medical News Today: Study sheds light on how stress may raise risk of Alzheimer's

New research suggests the link between stress and Alzheimer's may be driven by a stress hormone that boosts production of an Alzheimer's-related protein in the brain.

Medical News Today: Long naps and daytime sleepiness could increase risk of diabetes

A new meta-analysis suggests that napping for longer than an hour and excessive daytime sleepiness could be linked with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes.

Medical News Today: Stress in pregnancy may raise risk for dental caries in offspring

Children of mothers who experience chronic stress in pregnancy may be at higher risk for dental caries, new research finds, particularly those of mothers with low income.

Medical News Today: Smoking, passive smoking linked to greater risk of type 2 diabetes

A meta-analysis of 88 studies, covering nearly 6 million participants, provides new evidence of a link between smoking and type 2 diabetes.

Medical News Today: New imaging technique reveals early brain damage caused by hypertension

Researchers have found that a new imaging technique known as diffusion tensor imaging can show when high blood pressure causes early damage to neural pathways in the brain.

Medical News Today: New report highlights neglected burden of leptospirosis

Leptospirosis is a common disease among poor populations in tropical countries, but awareness is limited. A new report reveals the size of the problem and calls for action.

Medical News Today: Tai Chi benefits seniors with certain long-term conditions

A new study suggests Tai Chi may benefit older individuals with certain comorbid conditions, such as breast cancer, osteoarthritis and heart failure.

Medical News Today: How an evening coffee can disrupt our body clock

A new study finds that consuming caffeine in the evening delays the body clock by 40 minutes, with implications for jet lag and sleep disorders.

Medical News Today: Nanosensors: the future of diagnostic medicine?

In this week's Spotlight, we speak to a scientist whose team is currently working on developing nanotechnology capable of detecting infection on implants before symptoms arise.

Medical News Today: Scientists create 'protein patch' that repairs damage caused by heart attack

Researchers have identified a protein that triggers regeneration of heart muscle cells, embedding it into a patch that they say can repair heart damage caused by heart attack.

Medical News Today: Adhering to a healthy diet could reduce risk of depression

Researchers of a new study find that the nutritional properties of three dietary patterns could have a protective role against depression.

Medical News Today: Overweight, obesity may increase brain tumor risk

A new meta-analysis draws together results from 18 studies to find a possible link between being overweight or obese and brain tumor.

Medical News Today: Trial review confirms common antidepressant is 'unsafe and ineffective' for teens

From a reanalysis of original trial data from 2001, researchers find the antidepressant paroxetine and the higher dosage drug imipramine are no better than a placebo.

Medical News Today: Leukemia virus in cattle may raise risk for human breast cancer

A new study suggests bovine leukemia virus presents higher odds for human breast cancer than obesity, alcohol consumption or postmenopausal hormones.

Medical News Today: Can outdoor activities help prevent nearsightedness in children?

The rate of nearsightedness is increasing, especially in Asian countries. Now, new research suggests outdoor activities might help prevent the condition in children.

Medical News Today: Yoga may improve symptoms of arthritis

A new study suggests yoga may lead to improvements in physical and mental wellbeing for individuals with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Medical News Today: Bug sprays in the home a cancer risk for children

Exposure in the home to insecticides from sprays and foggers puts children at unnecessary risk for cancer development, a new study of previous research suggests.

Medical News Today: Antibacterial handwash 'no better than plain soap' for fighting germs

Antibacterial soaps are purchased by millions of consumers, who expect them to 'kill more germs.' But are they really more effective than plain soap?

Medical News Today: Almost 20% of high school seniors use hookahs

Researchers find nearly 1 in 5 senior high school students report using a hookah to smoke tobacco in the past year, with more than a third deemed regular users.

Medical News Today: Low vitamin D levels may increase risk for Alzheimer's

A new study suggests a link between Vitamin D deficiency or insufficiency and cognitive function, with implications for Alzheimer's and dementia treatments.

Medical News Today: Could cocoa hold the key to Alzheimer's prevention?

A new review argues that dietary cocoa extract could be a therapeutic agent for Alzheimer’s disease and offers recommendations for future developments.

Medical News Today: Adults in their 50s should take aspirin daily for heart attack, stroke prevention

The USPSTF say adults aged 50-59 should take aspirin daily to prevent first stroke or heart attack, while taking the drug for at least 10 years may lower colorectal cancer risk.

Medical News Today: Outreach invitations boost HCC screening in cirrhosis patients

New research presented at a conference in Paris suggests outreach interventions may increase screening for hepatocellular carcinoma in patients with cirrhosis.

Medical News Today: World's first 3D-printed ribs given to cancer patient

As the use of 3D technology gains pace in the clinical context, a new sternum and ribs have been created for a cancer patient in Spain.

Medical News Today: What is cord blood banking?

Cord blood banking involves collecting blood left in your newborn baby's umbilical cord and placenta and storing it for future medical use to possibly help treat illness.

Medical News Today: Mindfulness meditation linked to false memory recall

Researchers suggest just 15 minutes of mindfulness meditation may impair the ability to correctly distinguish between the recall of real and imagined experiences.

Medical News Today: Prolonged sitting linked to increased risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

A link has been established between sedentary behavior and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, regardless of whether person does a high level of moderate to vigorous exercise.

Medical News Today: Mediterranean diet with olive oil linked to reduced risk of breast cancer

A study in Spain cautiously suggests that a Mediterranean diet with olive oil may help prevent breast cancer, compared with a low-fat diet.

Medical News Today: Robotic hand provides paralyzed man with 'near-natural' sense of touch

A robotic hand connected to the sensory and motor cortexes of the brain has allowed a 28-year-old paralyzed man to detect sense of touch with almost 100% accuracy.

Medical News Today: Link established between marijuana and prediabetes

New research from the University of Minnesota has established a ink between the lifelong or current use of marijuana and the development of prediabetes.

Medical News Today: Scientists uncover bacterial mechanism that links gum disease to heart disease

A new study shows how a bacterium involved in gum disease alters gene expression to increase the inflammation and plaque formation that leads to hardening of heart arteries.

Medical News Today: Hopping for 2 minutes a day may reduce risk of hip fracture

Our bones thin with age, and this is linked to higher fracture risk. Now, a new study shows hopping for 2 minutes a day may reduce the risk of hip fracture by raising bone density.

Medical News Today: Diet beverage drinkers make up the calories by snacking on unhealthy foods

People who drink diet beverages are likely to compensate for their perceived loss of calories by eating more discretionary foods such as cookies and ice cream.

Medical News Today: Awareness about cancer can double survival rates

A recent study shows that the better informed working patients are about their cancer, the greater their chances of coping and having a good outcome.

Medical News Today: How to breastfeed your baby

Learn the best way to breastfeed your baby comfortably with tips on obtaining a good latch, how to avoid pain and the best positions for successful breastfeeding.

Medical News Today: New research could lead breast, ovarian cancer prevention strategies away from surgery

One study identifies a molecule that could potentially reduce breast cancer risk, while in another, a team develops a mouse model in which to study new ways of preventing cancer.

Medical News Today: Gut microbes determine what diet is best for you

With a new mathematical model, researchers are able to explain how different levels of diversity in gut microbes lead to different responses to diets.

Medical News Today: Could eating vegetables reduce breast cancer risk?

Recent research suggests that luteolin, found naturally in some vegetables, could help counter the breast cancer-causing effects of combined hormone replacement therapy.

Medical News Today: Red wine compound found to stabilize Alzheimer's biomarker

A phase 2 trial for the resveratrol finds that the compound is safe to use in older adults but also stabilizes a biomarker that declines in patients with Alzheimer's disease.

Medical News Today: Social media pressure may lead to anxiety, depression in teens

A new study suggests the pressure to be connected on social media 24 hours a day may lead to poor sleep quality for teens, as well as greater risk for anxiety and depression.

Medical News Today: Could longer school lunch periods encourage healthy eating?

Giving students more time to eat their lunch, new research suggests, may allow them to eat more of their meal and encourage healthier food choices.

Medical News Today: Higher fish consumption linked to reduced risk of depression

A recent meta-analysis suggests that high levels of fish consumption could lead to a lower risk of depression in both men and women.

Medical News Today: High blood pressure 'greatest risk factor for global death,' study finds

Researchers find high blood pressure is the leading risk factor for death among men and women across the globe, followed by smoking and high body mass index.

Medical News Today: Low heart rate variability may influence PTSD risk

A study of US marines suggests the state of the autonomic nervous system - as indicated by heart rate variability - may influence the risk of developing PTSD on return from combat.

Medical News Today: Computer simulation of enzyme improves understanding of hepatitis C

By modeling the behavior of an enzyme that is important for hepatitis C virus replication, scientists are helping the search for a drug to attack the disease without side effects.

Medical News Today: Controlling gut bacteria may reduce gastrointestinal side effects of chemotherapy

Scientists have shown in mice that severe side effects caused by a commonly used chemotherapy drug can be reduced by controlling specific processes in the gut.

Medical News Today: Inadequate sleep linked to early signs of heart disease

Researchers find that extreme sleep durations and poor quality of sleep are linked with elevated levels of coronary artery calcium and arterial stiffness.

Medical News Today: What are the most common knee injuries?

Knee pain and swelling are common symptoms of a knee injury. Knees are often injured during sports, exercising or as a result of a fall. MNT looks at the most common knee injuries.

Medical News Today: Almost half the risk for testicular cancer is inherited, study finds

New research from the Institute of Cancer Research finds that almost 50% of the risk for testicular cancer is inherited - a rate that is far higher than with other cancers.

Medical News Today: Blood test could replace biopsy for cancer diagnosis

A new blood test proves almost 70% accurate in diagnosing cancer by identifying cancer-related gene mutations. Researchers say it could soon replace biopsy for some patients.

Medical News Today: Back to school: health tips for schoolchildren

In this Spotlight, we take a look at a number of health tips to help children heading back to the classroom stay as healthy as possible.

Medical News Today: Could Alzheimer's be transmitted through medical procedures?

Researchers find a banned human growth hormone procedure may have led to transmission of Alzheimer's proteins in some patients. Are people at risk with current medical procedures?

Medical News Today: WHO: child mortality under 6 million for first time

A WHO joint report says while global rates of under-5 deaths have plunged to under 50% of their 1990 levels, big challenges remain, especially in the period at or around birth.

Medical News Today: Review looks at treatments for severe premenstrual syndrome

As an aid to clinical decision-making, a new review looks at the evidence on proposed treatments for premenstrual dysphoric disorder - a severe form of premenstrual syndrome.

Medical News Today: Scientists discover potential biomarker for migraine in the blood

Researchers may have found a biomarker for episodic migraine in the blood, a discovery that could have implications for the diagnosis and treatment of the condition.

Medical News Today: 10 weeks pregnant: your pregnancy week by week

What is happening in week 10 of your pregnancy? Your baby is now the size of a prune and because of the formation of your baby’s vocal cords, he or she is able to make sounds.

Medical News Today: Why do so many mothers return to smoking after giving birth?

While many women stop smoking during pregnancy, most of them begin again within a year after giving birth. A new study investigates reasons for this.

Medical News Today: New drugs reawaken latent HIV to eradicate virus

In a new study, researchers reveal how they used a class of drugs called Smac mimetics to reawaken and destroy latent HIV, opening the door to a cure for the virus.

Medical News Today: Men with a high BMI at lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis

A high BMI in men and the type of fat men develop could be reducing their risk of getting rheumatoid arthritis, according to new research from Sweden.

Medical News Today: Novel biodegradable implant 'captures' spreading cancer cells

A tiny biodegradable implant successfully halted cancer progression in mice by 'trapping' circulating cancer cells, preventing them from starting tumors in other parts of the body.

Medical News Today: Naturally occurring compounds could block protein behind age-related muscle loss

Naturally occurring compounds found in apple peel and green tomatoes could be harnessed to prevent age-related muscle wasting, according to the findings of a new study.

Medical News Today: Altering parasite genes to attack malaria in blood cells

Drug resistance is a major contributor to the worldwide malaria problem. Now, a new study suggests a new way to attack resistant parasites in the blood by disrupting key genes.

Medical News Today: Arthritis may increase risk of falling into poverty

A new study from Australia covering more than 4,000 adults suggests that developing arthritis may increase the risk of falling into poverty - especially for women.

Medical News Today: Outcomes for extremely preterm infants improved over last 20 years

A study reveals a number of improvements to the health outcomes of extremely preterm infants, such as an increase in survival without complications for those born at 25-28 weeks.

Medical News Today: Prevalence of diabetes in the US plateaus but remains high, study finds

Almost half the US adult population has diabetes or prediabetes, according to a new study. However, the study also reveals that diabetes prevalence in the country has leveled off.

Medical News Today: Is cheese good for you?

When it comes to cheese, you will either hear that it is good for you, or that it can harm your health. So which is true? MNT examines the case for and against cheese.

Medical News Today: Stroke brain damage could reveal key to treating addiction

New research reveals that smokers who had stroke in a specific region of the brain were considerably more likely to quit smoking that those whose strokes occurred elsewhere.

Medical News Today: Thousands of lives at risk from snake bites as doctors warn antivenom is running dry

The last batch of effective snake bite antivenom known as Fav-Afrique is due to run out in 2016 and a replacement is unlikely until at least 2018, warn MSF.

Medical News Today: Smoking cessation drug 'does not raise risk of heart disease, depression'

Contrary to previous reports, a new study suggests the widely used smoking cessation drug varenicline (Chantix) is not associated with heart disease, depression or self-harm.

Medical News Today: Drug that prevents chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting wins FDA approval

Regulators have approved Varubi (rolapitant) to prevent delayed phase chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, a side effect that can disrupt patients' lives and their therapy.

Medical News Today: Scientists map 1,000 molecular tools common to cells across tree of life

In mapping the instructions for making 1,000 protein complexes common to most animals, scientists offer a powerful tool for studying causes of diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's.

Medical News Today: Deadly melanoma discovery supports immunotherapy treatment for cancer

Research into desmoplastic melanoma by an international team of scientists based at UCSF points toward immunotherapy as an effective approach to treating cancer.

Medical News Today: New test developed to measure healthy aging

A new molecular test to calculate biological age could help clinicians to identify the people most at risk of age-related diseases.

Medical News Today: Researchers uncover biomarker that may help predict stomach cancer survival

A new study from China identifies an important biomarker in stomach cancer lesions that gives patients a more reliable indicator of their survival rates.

Medical News Today: Infants more likely to catch whooping cough from siblings than mothers

The AAP have found a shift in the source of transmission of pertussis from mothers to siblings and call for greater protection through booster vaccinations.

Medical News Today: Almost a fifth of students using e-cigarettes to vape cannabis

A recent study of high school students found that nearly 1 in 5 had used electronic cigarettes to vaporized cannabis or byproducts of the drug.

Medical News Today: Work stress 'damages health as much as secondhand smoke exposure'

Job stressors such as long work hours and and high job demands may harm health as much as secondhand smoke exposure, according to the findings of a new study.

Medical News Today: Motion sickness effectively treated with mild brain stimulation

Delivering a mild electrical current to the brain for 10 minutes may reduce motion sickness almost as well as strong medication without side effects such as drowsiness, study says.

Medical News Today: Making drugs more biodegradable to protect water resources

Researchers are working on a novel way to redesign commonly used drugs so they biodegrade in wastewater and do not pose harm to fish and other aquatic creatures.

Medical News Today: New way of looking at age could help prevent Alzheimer's

A new way of measuring age and health, based on genetics, could enable early diagnosis and prevention of Alzheimer's and other diseases.

Medical News Today: Antipsychotic drugs linked to brain tissue loss in patients with schizophrenia

Long-term use of antipsychotic medications - particularly first-generation antipsychotics - may be associated with loss of gray matter in the brain, according to a new study.

Medical News Today: Vitamin C 'as effective as exercise' for obesity vascular health

A small study on the effects of vitamin C finds the supplement is as effective as exercise against a blood vessel-constricting protein, benefiting cardiovascular health.

Medical News Today: Neuroscientists locate 'alcoholism neurons' in the brain

Scientists have identified specific neuronal changes in mouse brains as a result of alcohol consumption, as well as finding a way to inhibit alcoholism.

Medical News Today: Drug successfully reverses effects of Alzheimer's in rats

While approved treatments for Alzheimer's disease only mask the symptoms, researchers have successfully reversed the effects of the condition in rats using a drug called IRL-1620.

Medical News Today: Psychiatric disorders contribute to violent reoffending in ex-prisoners

A major new longitudinal study suggests a link between psychiatric disorders and the incidence of violent reoffending by ex-prisoners.

Medical News Today: How can aspirin help to cure cancer?

Studies have suggested aspirin and other NSAIDs may help fight cancer if used alongside other immunotherapy treatments. Now, new research adds to the evidence.

Medical News Today: Prostate cancer: should PSA screening be routine?

In 2012, the USPSTF made a recommendation against routine PSA testing for prostate cancer - a move met with criticism. We look at the evidence for and against such testing.

Medical News Today: One third of children with ADHD diagnosed before age of 6

Researchers have found that a large number of children are diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder at an early age, with recommended practices usually followed.

Medical News Today: Scientists map gene activity of human embryo's first days

By mapping the gene activity of the first few days of embryo development after fertilization, scientists hope - among other things - to open new avenues for fertility treatments.

Medical News Today: New type 2 diabetes drug may target glucose production in liver

A study of mice shows it may be possible to reduce blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes by shutting down a protein that controls glucose production in the liver.

Medical News Today: Infant exposure to anesthesia linked with changes in emotional behavior

A new study examining nonhuman primates suggests that repeat exposure to anesthesia in infants could lead to alterations in emotional behavior.

Medical News Today: Children of warmer, less controlling parents 'grow up to be happier'

Researchers have found that caring, less psychologically controlling approaches to parenting have a positive impact on a child's wellbeing throughout their life.

Medical News Today: Superbugs could be defeated by fecal transplantation

An animal study finds success with fecal stool transplantation against multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae and vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium.

Medical News Today: Bionic suit helps paralyzed man take voluntary steps

A paralyzed man has been able to move his legs voluntarily, making thousands of steps, thanks to a robotic step-training device and noninvasive spinal stimulation.

Medical News Today: No new HIV infections in large pre-exposure prophylaxis study

An observational study evaluating the use of pre-exposure prophylaxis found that no new cases of HIV infection occurred during an assessment period of 32 months.

Medical News Today: Breast cancer: study finds rise in double mastectomy among men

There has been a significant rise in double mastectomy among men with breast cancer, despite lack of evidence suggesting the procedure is beneficial, according to new research.

Medical News Today: Pulmonary hypertension patients can safely benefit from exercise, review suggests

Studies suggest exercise is safe and improves quality of life in patients with pulmonary hypertension - high blood pressure in the arteries between the heart and lungs.

Medical News Today: Gum disease treatment using blueberry extract in development

After finding extract of wild blueberries can help fight gum disease and reduce use of antibiotics, researchers are developing an oral device that slowly releases it.

Medical News Today: Potential skin cancer danger for lung transplant recipients with antifungal drug

Researchers suggest that a common drug prescribed to treat fungal infections could put lung transplant recipients at a higher risk of skin cancer.

Medical News Today: 10 best ways to boost fertility

Small changes to diet, timing of sex or even your lubricant can help increase fertility and the chances of conception. MNT looks at the 10 best ways to boost fertility.

Medical News Today: Deadliest form of brain cancer has potential for new therapy

Combined treatment using chemotherapy drug decitabine and genetically modified immune cells saw 50% effectiveness against glioblastoma in an early-stage animal study.

Medical News Today: Study links brain tangles and diabetes independently of Alzheimer's

Tangles - the abnormal twisting of the cellular filaments which hold the neuron in its proper shape - and diabetes may be linked independently of Alzheimer’s, a new study finds.

Medical News Today: Breastfeeding brings benefits for mothers with MS

Recent research has found that breastfeeding may help mothers with multiple sclerosis to avoid relapses in the first 6 months after giving birth.

Medical News Today: 'Heart age' older than actual age for most Americans

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds that 3 out of 4 adults in the US have estimated heart ages older than their chronological ages.

Medical News Today: Overweight, obesity in midlife linked to earlier onset of Alzheimer's

Researchers find individuals who are overweight or obese at the age of 50 may be at increased risk of earlier onset of Alzheimer's disease than those of a healthy weight.

Medical News Today: Scientists identify mechanism behind statin-induced muscle weakness

New research suggests a common side effect of statins that affects the muscles may be due to the cholesterol-lowering drugs' disruption of mitochondria function in muscle cells.

Medical News Today: Today's seniors are smarter but in poorer health, study finds

A new study finds that today's over-50s are performing better on cognitive tests, while their average physical and mental health is declining, compared with less than a decade ago.

Medical News Today: Study reveals how wasp venom kills cancer cells

Researchers have revealed that a component of wasp venom kills cancer cells by making holes in cancer cell membranes that allow important molecules to leak out.

Medical News Today: Synthetic tumor tissue helps model cancer biology

New, tissue-like, 3D microenvironment made of hydrogel offers cancer researchers a better way to study tumor growth and behavior than the current standard hard, flat plastic plate.

Medical News Today: Potential genetic test to aid autism diagnosis

Genetic testing of children with certain physical features of autism spectrum disorder may help to diagnose the cause of their condition.

Medical News Today: Men with unaggressive prostate tumors 'unlikely to develop, die from prostate cancer'

A new study from Johns Hopkins University finds the majority of men with low-risk prostate tumors are unlikely to progress to prostate cancer.

Medical News Today: Children should be informed about alcohol dangers from age 9, say experts

A new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that parents and pediatricians should inform children about the risks of alcohol use from the age of 9 years.

Medical News Today: Marijuana use surpasses cigarette use in US college students

A study investigating college student drug use has found that daily marijuana use has now surpassed daily cigarette smoking for the first time.

Medical News Today: Nearsightedness develops when kids with specific gene read a lot

Kids who carry a certain gene variant are likely to become nearsighted if they read for more than 1 hour a day, scientists suggest.

Medical News Today: Leukemia drug could be used to sabotage metabolism of cancer cells

Scientists may be able to force cancer cells to eliminate a crucial metabolic enzyme using a leukemia drug and another compound to disrupt the process of autophagy.

Medical News Today: 9 weeks pregnant: your pregnancy week by week

What is happening in week 9 of your pregnancy? Your baby is now the size of a peanut and their heartbeat may be heard for the very first time with the use of a handheld doppler.

Medical News Today: Young women with diabetes 'have six-fold higher heart attack risk'

A new study examines data from over 7,000 women to evaluate the risk factors among younger women that are associated with cardiovascular disease.

Medical News Today: Lack of sleep could increase common cold risk

A new study has found that people who slept less than 5 hours a night were 4.5 times likely to catch a cold when exposed to the virus than people who slept 7 or more hours.

Medical News Today: Tahini: Health Benefits and Nutritional Information

Find out about the health benefits of consuming tahini including lowering cholesterol and blood pressure, protecting against hormone-related cancers and maintaining bone health.

Medical News Today: Parkinson's disease may be result of 'brain cell burnout'

Scientists suggest Parkinson's disease may be the result of brain cells that require a high amount of energy to control movement exhausting themselves and dying prematurely.

Medical News Today: Hip, knee replacement for osteoarthritis raises risk of heart attack

Patients who underwent total knee or hip replacement surgery for osteoarthritis were at increased risk of heart attack during the postoperative period, a new study reveals.

Medical News Today: Coffee may harm cardiovascular health for young adults with mild hypertension

Researchers have found that heavy coffee consumption could increase the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks in young adults with hypertension.

Medical News Today: Study identifies symptoms of suicide risk for people with depression

A major multinational study has identified some of the behaviors that come before a suicide attempt. People who show these behaviors are a significant suicide risk.

Medical News Today: Drinking water, eating after heavy drinking 'does not prevent hangovers'

Contrary to the beliefs of many student drinkers, a new study finds that drinking water or eating directly after heavy alcohol consumption does not prevent hangovers.

Medical News Today: Cystic fibrosis: yeast study may address root cause

Cystic fibrosis results from a mutation that stops ions moving in and out of cells. Now, a study shows how a small molecule restored ion channel function in deficient yeast cells.

Medical News Today: FDA approve new drug to treat high cholesterol

Repatha is the second in a class of drugs to be approved by the FDA that addresses how the liver performs in relation to the treatment of high cholesterol.

Medical News Today: Man sheds deadly polio virus in feces for 28 years

Researchers from the UK have reported on a man who they believe has been shedding a mutated form of a vaccine-derived polio virus in his feces for 28 years.

Medical News Today: Could neuroticism stem from overthinking?

Researchers have proposed a new cognitive model for neuroticism, suggesting that this personality trait could be explained by overthinking rather than sensitivity to threat.

Medical News Today: Fat deposits in brain may hasten Alzheimer's disease

New research suggests that abnormal fat deposits found in the brains of people who died from Alzheimer's disease could trigger or accelerate the condition.

Medical News Today: Could hypertension during pregnancy signal elevated risk for siblings?

The male siblings of women who have high blood pressure during pregnancy are at an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease in later life, a new study finds.

Medical News Today: Growth hormone 'treats osteoporosis in postmenopausal women'

Three years of growth hormone injections in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis continued to give bone benefits for a decade, according to the results of a randomized trial.

Medical News Today: Antibiotic use may raise risk of type 2 diabetes

Researchers from Denmark find individuals with a greater number of antibiotic prescriptions each year are more likely to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

Medical News Today: Breast cancer relapse could be predicted with new blood test

A new study reports that a so-called ‘mutation-tracking' blood test can pick up valuable signs of cancer’s potential return, offering hope to patients with the disease.

Medical News Today: Contact lenses: a look at the risks and recommendations

In this Spotlight feature, we take a look at some of the risky behaviors that need to be avoided when wearing contact lenses that the majority of users fail to avoid.

Medical News Today: Firstborn women more likely to be overweight, obese

A new study of more than 15,000 sister pairs finds firstborn women were more likely to be overweight or obese than their secondborn sisters.

Medical News Today: Laser probe and smart knife 'improve accuracy of removing brain tumors'

Two technologies - a laser probe and an iKnife - are set to revolutionize delicate brain surgery by distinguishing cancerous from healthy tissue as it is being performed.

Medical News Today: Declining awareness of memory loss precedes dementia

Researchers have demonstrated that the awareness of memory loss begins to decline in people 2-3 years before they develop dementia.

Medical News Today: What is a gastric band? How does gastric banding help weight loss?

Learn how gastric banding works as a type of weight loss surgery, who is suitable for it, and about the benefits and risks of this bariatric procedure.

Medical News Today: Can speech patterns predict psychosis in young adults?

Could computers analyzing speech find a place in the clinic as a means of picking out young people at risk of psychosis? A proof-of-principle study shows they could.

Medical News Today: Ebola may persist in wastewater for at least 8 days

New research suggests procedures for handling liquid waste contaminated with Ebola may underestimate the virus' ability to survive in wastewater.

Medical News Today: Multiple sclerosis linked to lower levels of vitamin D

A new study by researchers from Canada reveals genetically lower levels of vitamin D may be associated with increased risk of multiple sclerosis.

Medical News Today: A bottle of water before mealtimes could aid weight loss

Obese adults who drank 500 ml of water 30 minutes before main meals lost more weight over a 12-week period than those who did not drink water before mealtimes, a new study reveals.

Medical News Today: Link found between throat microbes and schizophrenia

Researchers have revealed that the microscopic organisms found in the back of the throats of people with schizophrenia are different to those found in healthy individuals.

Medical News Today: Relapse in leukemia tied to mutations that persist through treatment

Focusing on mutations that linger through chemotherapy instead of those present at time of diagnosis may be a better way to predict relapse and survival in acute myeloid leukemia.

Medical News Today: Majority of false-positive mammograms associated with anxiety, distress

Researchers have found that patients who receive false-positive mammogram results are significantly more likely to report negative psychosocial consequences than those who do not.

Medical News Today: How to take care of your teeth and gums

With proper care and attention, your teeth and gums can stay healthy throughout your life. Poor oral health is significantly associated with chronic diseases and low self-esteem.

Medical News Today: Omega-3 supplements, physical activity fail to show effect against cognitive decline

New research fails to show a benefit from exercise or dietary supplementation on levels of cognitive brain health, but experts say lifestyle factors should not be written off.

Medical News Today: Aspirin, NSAIDs linked to reduced risk of colorectal cancer

New research finds continuous long-term use of aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may be associated with lower risk of colorectal cancer.

Medical News Today: Corticosteroid injections may be ineffective for low back pain

Researchers found that for two common causes of low back pain - radiculopathy and spinal stenosis - epidural corticosteroid injections failed to provide effective pain relief.

Medical News Today: New vaccine candidates may lead toward universal flu vaccine

Two studies have developed influenza vaccine candidates designed to target an area of the virus that is less prone to mutation compared with traditional vaccine targets.

Medical News Today: Access to nature tied to better sleep quality in men and seniors

Men and people aged 65 and over were less likely to report insufficient sleep when they had access natural environments like parks, the beach, green spaces, study shows.

Medical News Today: Heart disease deaths 'only slightly improved' in young adults over past 3 decades

While heart disease death rates have improved significantly over the past few decades, new research indicates the rate of improvement is not shared equally by different age groups.

Medical News Today: A third of very elderly Americans 'on statins without evidence'

Statins are increasingly being used in people over 79 years of age who have not yet shown any signs of vascular disease - contrary to the available evidence, say researchers.

Medical News Today: 8 weeks pregnant: your pregnancy week by week

What is happening in week 8 of your pregnancy? Your baby is now the size of a raspberry and is growing rapidly in all directions at a rate of one millimeter per day.

Medical News Today: Obstetric delivery for low-risk pregnancies does not improve birth outcomes, study finds

For low-risk pregnancies, birth outcomes do not differ depending on whether an infant is delivered by a family doctor or an obstetrician, according to new research.

Medical News Today: Helpful physicians may be key to successful weight loss

Participants in a weight-loss program who found their physicians the most helpful lost around twice as much weight as those who rated their physicians the least helpful.

Medical News Today: People with autistic traits may be more creative, study suggests

In creativity tests, researchers found individuals with high autistic traits were more likely to come up with original and unusual ideas than those without such traits.

Medical News Today: Reprogramming cancer cells back to normal looks feasible, study shows

Researchers united from two different fields have found the protein signaling that maintains the cancerous state of cells can be altered to morph tumor cells back to normal.

Medical News Today: Drug may reduce harm of potentially lethal radiation

A new study in mice shows that an experimental drug given 24 hours after potentially-lethal exposure to nuclear radiation appears to extend survival by lessening damage to the gut.

Medical News Today: 'What day is it today?' Study explains why it can be hard to keep track

Researchers suggest that midweek days are frequently confused because the mental associations that people have with them are sparse and similar.

Medical News Today: How to get rid of an infestation of bed bugs

Practical information about how to eliminate a bed bug infestation, along with tips about how to help prevent the insects taking hold in the first place.

Medical News Today: Beta blockers may have anticancer properties

Researchers investigating patients with ovarian cancer have found that beta blockers - a commonly used hypertension medication - could also have anticancer properties.

Medical News Today: Value decisions rely on communication between two brain regions, study shows

Unable to decide between rice and noodles? The coupling between the two brain regions involved in making value choices is not working so well today, neuroeconomists might say.

Medical News Today: New study supports link between ADHD and traumatic brain injury

An observational study utilizing phone interviews finds further evidence of a relationship between attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and traumatic brain injury.

Medical News Today: Sharing child care responsibilities may lead to a better sex life

New research suggests that heterosexual couples who share child care responsibilities equally between themselves enjoy higher quality relationships and sex lives.

Medical News Today: Breastfed infants exposed to toxic chemicals, study finds

New research reveals that the longer an infant is breastfed, the more they are exposed to a number of toxic chemicals known as perfluorinated alkylate substances.

Medical News Today: Psoriasis linked to greater risk of depression

Individuals with psoriasis - a chronic skin disease - may be twice as likely to develop major depression, according to the results of a new study.

Medical News Today: Levels of dementia may be stabilizing, says report

The rise of dementia that was previously predicted may be false after researchers discover the number of people with the condition is stabilizing in some countries.

Medical News Today: Surgery, radiotherapy for early-stage breast cancer 'may not reduce mortality'

While women with very early-stage breast cancer are at greater risk of death, researchers find treating the condition with surgery and radiotherapy does not reduce mortality.

Medical News Today: Vomiting machine reveals throwing up could send norovirus airborne

A machine developed specifically to simulate vomiting has revealed that throwing up could send enough virus particles airborne to transmit infection.

Medical News Today: Single scan finds blood clots anywhere in body thanks to new probe

At present, patients have to have several types of scans on different body areas to find a blood clot. Now, a new type of probe promises to locate a blood clot in one PET scan.

Medical News Today: People with fewer moles may face risk of more aggressive melanoma

While people with fewer than 50 moles may not be as at risk for melanoma as people with more moles, they may be more at risk for aggressive melanoma, according to new research.

Medical News Today: Acupuncture may reduce high blood pressure

Trial shows electroacupuncture - acupuncture that uses low-intensity electrical pulses - can lower high blood pressure for up to 6 weeks in untreated hypertensive patients.

Medical News Today: Drug leads to significant weight loss for people with type 2 diabetes

Researchers find a daily dose of the diabetes drug liraglutide may lead to substantial weight loss for people with type 2 diabetes who are overweight or obese.

Medical News Today: Head lice: researchers identify widespread resistance to common treatments

Researchers reveal that 25 out of 30 US states, head lice populations have become 100% resistant to common medications containing the insecticides pyrethroids.

Medical News Today: How do celebrities influence public health decisions?

We investigate the ways in which celebrities can influence public health care practices and take a look at the mechanisms that might explain them.

Medical News Today: Longer working hours linked to greater stroke risk

A new study reveals how individuals working 55 hours or more per week are putting their health at risk by increasing their likelihood of stroke and heart disease.

Medical News Today: Scientists discover 'obesity master switch' for burning or storing fat

Scientists have discovered a genetic pathway, which - when manipulated - shows pro- and anti-obesity effects by switching between storage and burning in fat cells.

Medical News Today: Eating on the move may trigger weight gain in dieters

Researchers found that dieters who ate a cereal bar while walking went on to eat more food afterwards compared with other study participants.

Medical News Today: New metformin may help more patients with type 2 diabetes

A study that overturns ideas about where metformin acts in the body suggests a delayed-release version could help the 40% of type 2 diabetes patients who are unable to use it.

Medical News Today: 'Stress hormone' levels in saliva could pinpoint seniors with cognitive decline

Researchers found older adults with high levels of the 'stress hormone' cortisol in their saliva had smaller brain volume and poorer memory and thinking skills.

Medical News Today: Novel wireless implant successfully simulates nerves

A new miniature, wireless device that provides optogenetics nerve stimulation has been created by scientists, opening the door to new research in neuroscience.

Medical News Today: 'Female Viagra' approved by FDA

The FDA have approved the first ever drug to treat low sexual desire in premenopausal women. Flibanserin - brand name Addyi - will be available from mid-October.

Medical News Today: E-cigarettes '95% less harmful than tobacco'

A new UK-based review reports that using e-cigarettes is around 95% less dangerous than smoking traditional tobacco products and can help smokers quit smoking.

Medical News Today: Rapid paper-strip test for Ebola in sight

Researchers have developed a fast paper-strip test that differentiates between Ebola, yellow fever and dengue. Designed for use in the field, it requires no power or running water.

Medical News Today: Study suggests e-cigarette use could lead to tobacco use in teens

A study of high school students finds that e-cigarette users were more likely to start using combustible tobacco products over the following year.

Medical News Today: How to treat bee and wasp stings

What exactly is a bee sting, and what should you do? Find out how to manage the reaction at home - or when to call for medical help. And where on the body is a sting most painful?

Medical News Today: Migrating cancer cells alter bone tissue to form tumors

Researchers have worked out why cancer cells migrating to bone express a certain protein; it activates another protein that helps them alter bone tissue to suit tumor growth.

Medical News Today: Even light, moderate alcohol intake may increase risk for certain cancers

New research in The BMJ has linked light to moderate drinking with greater risk of specific cancers, including breast, liver, colon and oral cancers.

Medical News Today: Mother's microbes could help predict preterm births

A new study reveals how microbes in pregnant women who went on to give birth prematurely are different to those in women who gave birth full term.

Medical News Today: Daily coffee could improve survival for colon cancer patients

According to new research, four or more cups of coffee a day could reduce the risk of recurrence and improve survival among patients with stage 3 colon cancer.

Medical News Today: Targeting semen proteins to prevent HIV infection

Researchers describe two approaches they say could prevent HIV infection by targeting proteins in semen called amyloid fibrils that boost transmission of the virus.

Medical News Today: Smart diapers tell you when they need changing

In a bid to improve the care of the elderly and bed-ridden, researchers have developed a diaper sensor that alerts caregivers by SMS to inform them when the napkin needs changing.

Medical News Today: Aspirin could reduce cancer risk of overweight people

New research suggests that a daily dose of aspirin counteracted the increased risk of cancer associated with a higher body mass index.

Medical News Today: 7 weeks pregnant: your pregnancy week by week

What is happening in week 7 of your pregnancy? Your baby is now the size of a blueberry and is making about 100 new brain cells per minute. Their kidneys are starting to mature.

Medical News Today: 'Milking' deadly jellyfish for new medicines

Venom experts have developed a new, practical and efficient technique for extracting the venom of deadly box jellyfish for use in the development of new medicines.

Medical News Today: Researchers pinpoint where the human brain stores time and place of memories

Using a smartphone app and fMRI, researchers from Ohio State University have discovered where the human brain records the time and place of memories.

Medical News Today: Cravings may be reduced with Tetris

A new study has revealed how playing Tetris for just a few minutes a day can help reduce the feeling of cravings, such as those for food, cigarettes and alcohol.

Medical News Today: Long working hours, heavy lifting linked to difficulties getting pregnant

Women who work more than 40 hours weekly and lift heavy loads regularly may take longer getting pregnant, finds a new study of more than 1,700 nurses.

Medical News Today: Violent video games 'linked to aggression but not criminal violence'

A new systematic review of current literature on violent video game use has indicated that it is linked to aggressive behavior and decreased empathy.

Medical News Today: Intelligence linked to physical performance in middle age, study shows

A new healthy aging study finds that men with higher intelligence scores in early adulthood were also more likely to have better physical performance in midlife.

Medical News Today: Body clock controls waking up and going to sleep with simple mechanism

Researchers have discovered that a simple bicycle mechanism that controls the sleep-wake cycle is shared by both fruit flies and mice.

Medical News Today: Birth control methods: types, effectiveness and side effects

There are many methods of birth control, how do you decide which method is best for you? Learn about the different types of birth control and their advantages and disadvantages.

Medical News Today: Color-changing material could be used signal traumatic brain injuries

Researchers have developed a new material that could be used in protective helmets to indicate when a wearer has suffered a potentially dangerous head trauma.

Medical News Today: Women respond more to romantic cues on a full stomach

Researchers have found that women respond more to romantic stimuli after having eaten, suggesting that food and sex responses share neurocircuitry.

Medical News Today: Organ transplantation linked to greater risk of aggressive melanoma

New research from Johns Hopkins finds organ transplant recipients are at increased risk of melanoma skin cancer, with many likely to be diagnosed in the advanced stages.

Medical News Today: Vitamin D supplements offer limited benefit to obese teens

Researchers examining the effects of vitamin D supplementation among adolescents with obesity found that it could increase cholesterol and levels of triglycerides.

Medical News Today: Infographic reveals what energy drinks do to the body within 24 hours

Following an infographic revealing how Coca-Cola affects the body within an hour of drinking it, a new infographic shows what an energy drink does to the body within 24 hours.

Medical News Today: Can fish oil prevent schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders?

Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil may prevent the onset of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, according to a new study.

Medical News Today: Scientists create opioids using yeast

Researchers from Stanford University reveal how they genetically modified yeast to create opioids - the most widely used painkillers in the US.

Medical News Today: Low-fat diet more effective than low-carb diet for losing body fat

Researchers have investigated how low-fat and low-carbohydrate diets affect body fat in a group of obese patients admitted to a metabolic ward.

Medical News Today: Inflammatory bowel disease may be treatable with gel-delivered drugs

A new gel-based drug-delivery system that reaches and directly treats inflamed parts of the colon may offer a new treatment option for people with inflammatory bowel disease.

Medical News Today: Scientists discover new liver-regenerating cells

Researchers have identified a group of cells in the liver that regenerate damaged liver tissue without causing dangerous tumors to form.

Medical News Today: Chemo unlikely to prolong survival in older breast cancer patients

Except in one combination where it remains effective up to age 84, chemotherapy may not extend survival in breast cancer patients over the age of 80, a new study finds.

Medical News Today: Does mobile health technology help the heart?

A review of how mobile health technology affects cardiovascular risk finds there is not enough evidence to suggest it is beneficial, but its use is still encouraged.

Medical News Today: Google to collaborate on 'next-generation' glucose monitoring devices

Earlier this week, a collaboration was announced between the life sciences team at Google and DexCom to develop next-generation glucose monitoring products.

Medical News Today: Does becoming a parent make us miserable?

In a new study, researchers found over 70% of parents experienced a decline in happiness after the birth of their first child, which reduced the likelihood of them having more.

Medical News Today: Dramatic fall in chickenpox cases thanks to vaccine, study finds

A new study has revealed cases of chickenpox have been drastically reduced since the introduction of the Varicella vaccine in 1995.

Medical News Today: Brain scans may help predict success of therapy for psychiatric disorders

Using scans to look for brain biomarkers offers a way to select the most appropriate therapy for psychiatric disorders, study suggests.

Medical News Today: Male doctors more likely to face legal action than female colleagues

Male doctors are almost 2.5 times more likely to have medico-legal action taken against them than female doctors, according to the findings of a new study.

Medical News Today: Bone fractures do not heal the way we thought, study finds

A new study finds that, contrary to current thinking - which maintains fibrin plays a key role in bone fracture healing - the protein is not actually required.

Medical News Today: Music may help patients recover from surgery

Patients who listened to music before, during or after surgery experienced a reduction in pain and anxiety after the procedure and were less likely to need pain medication.

Medical News Today: IVF: use of frozen eggs linked to poorer live birth rates

Using frozen eggs rather than fresh eggs for in vitro fertilization is associated with lower live birth rates, according to new research published in JAMA.

Medical News Today: Coca-Cola and the problem with industry-funded research

In light of the news that Coca-Cola is funding an organization claiming that lack of exercise is the primary cause of obesity, we investigate the role of industry-funded research.

Medical News Today: Studies fall short on identifying best cleaning methods for preventing hospital infections

A systematic overview of studies researching cleaning methods in hospitals has revealed many of them fail to focus on how such methods impact patients' health.

Medical News Today: Breath test for early-stage liver disease steps closer

A noninvasive test that analyses levels of limonene in the breath shows promise as a way to detect the early stages of liver cirrhosis, say researchers.

Medical News Today: Death and heart disease risks increased with trans fats, not saturated fats

Although dietary guidelines recommend reducing saturated fat intake, a new review suggests saturated fat intake is not associated with greater risk of death or heart disease.

Medical News Today: Gene therapy hope for recurrent ovarian cancer patients

New research suggests gene therapy may improve survival of the 70% of patients with ovarian cancer that recurs after chemotherapy and is invariably fatal.

Medical News Today: New IVF approach could boost success rates for older women

A new approach to IVF could be in the cards for older women, after researchers gain a better understanding as to why women aged 40 and older have poor IVF success rates.

Medical News Today: Testosterone therapy may reduce cardiovascular risk in older men

Researchers have observed that patients whose low testosterone levels returned to normal with therapy also experienced a reduced risk of heart attack and stroke.

Medical News Today: Under-the-desk pedal device could reduce sedentary behavior for office workers

Providing each office employee with a portable pedal device may increase physical activity, reducing the risk of sedentary-related health problems, according to new research.

Medical News Today: Potential 'obesity gene' discovered

Scientists have discovered a potential 'obesity gene,' according to a new study. When this gene was silenced in mice, a drastic reduction of white fat followed.

Medical News Today: Scientists probing molecular origins of Parkinson's disease highlight two proteins

Using a new approach to focus on relevant molecules, scientists discover two gene-regulating proteins that appear to protect neurons most affected by Parkinson's disease.

Medical News Today: Southern-style diet could increase risk of heart disease

Researchers found that people who followed the Southern diet had a 56% higher risk of heart disease than those who ate such foods less frequently.

Medical News Today: Existing class of drugs may halt Ebola, Marburg viruses

A new study proposes a way to halt Ebola and Marburg viruses is to block their entry into host cells - where they replicate - with a class of drugs already in common use.

Medical News Today: Teens with depression, bipolar at greater risk of heart disease

A scientific statement from the American Heart Association claims major depression and bipolar disorder should be considered risk factors for heart disease among adolescents.

Medical News Today: Liver disease drug could slow Parkinson's disease

A drug that has been used for decades to treat liver disease could be used to slow the progression of Parkinson's disease, according to researchers testing the drug on fruit flies.

Medical News Today: Shorter course of high-dose radiation therapy 'better for breast cancer patients'

Two new studies suggest a shorter course of radiation therapy at higher doses is less toxic for breast cancer patients than the conventional longer courses at lower doses.

Medical News Today: Better support for released offenders may reduce suicide risk

A new study claims greater support should be provided for offenders after release from prison as a way of reducing their risk of suicide.

Medical News Today: Brain injury recovery may be hampered by commonly used drugs

Researchers find that anticholinergics - drugs used to treat a range of common complaints from bladder problems to insomnia - could delay the recovery of brain injury patients.

Medical News Today: Patients at risk of clots may be missing out on life-saving treatment

A study conducted at a tertiary care cardiology center has found that many patients at high risk of blood clots are not being prescribed recommended treatment.

Medical News Today: How does religion affect the wellbeing of cancer patients?

A new systematic review has been published in which researchers assess the relationship between religion and spirituality and the wellbeing of patients with cancer.

Medical News Today: Music could help treat epilepsy

Researchers from Ohio State University found the brains of people with epilepsy respond differently to music, suggesting music could be used to help treat the disorder.

Medical News Today: Resistance to hearing loss treatment can lead to depression

A study has identified that many people are running the risk of depression and anxiety by staying silent about hearing difficulties.

Medical News Today: More than 8 out of 10 adults admit to sexting, study finds

A study investigating the prevalence of sexual text messaging among adults reveals that the practice is commonplace within committed relationships.

Medical News Today: Nicotine-eating bacteria show promise as new anti-smoking therapy

Scientists working on a bacterial enzyme that seeks out and destroys nicotine before it reaches the brain say it shows promise as a drug to help people quit smoking.

Medical News Today: How a crime scene compound could help combat malaria

Researchers reveal a compound used at crime scenes to identify blood traces - called luminol - may also be effective for killing the malaria parasite Plasmodium falciparum.

Medical News Today: Bodybuilding supplement overuse 'an eating disorder'

A new study of over-the-counter bodybuilding supplement use has found that many men who use these products are concerned with how often they use them.

Medical News Today: Students' health impacted by early school starts, say CDC

A new study has revealed fewer than 1 in 5 schools in the US start at the recommend time of 8.30 am. By starting school too early, students are not getting enough sleep.

Medical News Today: Topical drug leads to complete remission for some patients with rare skin lymphoma

Researchers reveal how a topical drug called resiquimod led to total remission for some patients with a cutaneous T cell lymphoma - a rare skin lymphoma.

Medical News Today: Clearance of Alzheimer's protein in brain reduces with age

Researchers find older brains take much longer to clear amyloid beta 42, the toxic protein that is the main ingredient of the plaques that clog up the brain in Alzheimer's disease.

Medical News Today: Age-related immune system decline slowed by antioxidants

A new study suggests that antioxidants in the diet could preserve the function of the thymus - an organ crucial to the immune system.

Medical News Today: 10 health risks of chronic heavy drinking

Excessive alcohol use can lead to an increased risk of several serious health problems. MNT finds out what the top 10 health risks of chronic heavy drinking include.

Medical News Today: High salt intake may increase MS risk for people with genetic susceptibility

Study using mouse model of MS suggests a high intake of salt may be a risk factor for the disease, depending on genes and gender, with females at greater risk in one genetic group.

Medical News Today: Scientists discover how a gene mutation causes autism

Researchers have discovered how mutations in a gene called UBE3A cause autism, and reveal that some existing drugs hold promise for treating the condition.

Medical News Today: Scientists discover how a gene mutation causes autism

Researchers have discovered how mutations in a gene called UBE3A cause autism, and reveal that some existing drugs hold promise for treating the condition.

Medical News Today: High-GI diet may raise depression risk for postmenopausal women

A high-GI diet has been previously linked to health problems. Now, a new study has revealed the diet can increase the risk of depression in postmenopausal women.

Medical News Today: How do different energy sources affect public health?

In the wake of America’s proposed Clean Power Plan, we take a look at the effects that fossil fuels and renewable energy sources can have on health.

Medical News Today: Ovarian cancer not as fatal as previously thought, study finds

Over 30% of women diagnosed with ovarian cancer survive longer than 10 years, according to a new study, with many of these patients considered high risk of dying from the disease.

Medical News Today: Could sleeping on one's side reduce risk of Alzheimer's?

New research suggests that sleeping on one’s side is better for removal of brain waste, an accumulation of which may contribute to the development of neurodegenerative diseases.

Medical News Today: Stress found to influence brain networks and reduce self-control

Researchers have investigated the influence that stress can have on self-control, examining the changes occurring in the brain that could contribute to this.

Medical News Today: Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT): Facts and Side Effects

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a treatment for a number of severe mental illnesses in which electric currents are passed through the brain to trigger a brief seizure.

Medical News Today: 'Start high and go low' dosing strategy advised for chronic insomnia

A study finds chronic insomnia patients may get better treatment response and lower incidence of side effects if they use smaller and fewer doses of sleep drugs plus placebos.

Medical News Today: Poor thinking skills linked to greater risk of heart attack, stroke

New research finds people with poor planning, problem-solving and reasoning skills - known as executive function - may be at higher risk of heart attack and stroke.

Medical News Today: Study finds no link between early marijuana use and later health problems

A study has revealed there is no link between teenage marijuana use and the development of physical and mental health problems later in life.

Medical News Today: Do some women feel stigmatized if they are unable to breastfeed?

Breastfeeding has many benefits for mother and baby, which is why it is so highly encouraged. But are mothers who are unable to breastfeed or choose not to condemned for it?

Medical News Today: Birth control pill 'provides long-term protection against endometrial cancer'

Researchers estimate that over the past 50 years, use of the birth control pill has prevented around 400,000 cases of endometrial cancer in high-income countries.

Medical News Today: Music in operating theaters could impair communication

Researchers investigating the impact of music played in operating theaters has found that it can have a disruptive influence on communication between staff members.

Medical News Today: Implantable biosensor could monitor progress of cancer therapy

Scientists are working on a biosensor that can be implanted into a tumor during biopsy to monitor levels of cancer biomarkers and send readings wirelessly for doctors to see.

Medical News Today: Women, black patients have poorer life expectancy after heart attack

Women and black patients will lose more years of their expected life following a heart attack than white men, according to the results of a new study.

Medical News Today: Lentils: Health Benefits and Nutritional Information

Find out about the possible health benefits of lentils including supporting heart health, preventing birth defects, improving immune response to infection and fighting fatigue.

Medical News Today: People who eat spicy foods regularly could live longer

A new study suggests that a daily diet that regularly includes spicy food is associated with a lower risk of death, including deaths from specific diseases such as cancer.

Medical News Today: Clot-busting nanocapsule could 'revolutionize stroke and heart attack treatment'

Researchers who developed a clot-busting, drug-loaded nanocapsule that precisely targets blood clots say it may offer a safer way to to treat stroke and heart attack.

Medical News Today: World's first 3D-printed drug approved by FDA

The world's first drug developed using 3D-printing technology has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of epilepsy.

Medical News Today: Warning about the dangers of measles may sway vaccine skeptics

Many people worry about the safety of vaccines - particularly the MMR vaccine. But a new study suggests a nonconfrontational approach that could alleviate these concerns.

Medical News Today: SSRI use during pregnancy lowers risk of premature birth

Researchers reveal that SSRI use among pregnant women is associated with reduced risk of birth complications. However, it may also increase the risk of neonatal problems.

Medical News Today: New 'drug-entrapped' artificial blood vessels stay clot-free

A drawback of drug-releasing vascular grafts and stents is that they only postpone the problem of clots. Now, a new type of vessel lining promises to overcome this.

Medical News Today: High-dose vitamin D supplements might not benefit postmenopausal women

Researchers have found that postmenopausal women taking a high-dose vitamin D supplement derived similar benefits to a group of postmenopausal women receiving a placebo.

Medical News Today: 6 weeks pregnant: your pregnancy week by week

What is happening in week 6 of your pregnancy? Your baby will be taking huge developmental strides - their vital organ systems have started to form or are continuing to grow.

Medical News Today: FDA approve dual gastric balloon for treatment of obesity

The FDA have approved a dual balloon device for treating obesity. The device - which is inserted into the stomach non-surgically - makes you feel full with less food.

Medical News Today: Young dads at greater risk of death in middle age, study suggests

A new study suggests men who become fathers before the age of 25 may be at significantly greater risk of death in midlife, compared with men who delay fatherhood.

Medical News Today: Neuroblastoma cancer cells weaken immune system 'like kryptonite'

A molecule found in the cancer cells of neuroblastoma act like 'kryptonite’ to weaken the body's immune system, a new study reveals, making them lethargic and ineffective.

Medical News Today: Evidence found of genetic cause for cerebral palsy

Contrary to what was previously believed, a research team has discovered evidence of genetic causes for cerebral palsy, radically changing how the condition is understood.

Medical News Today: Biomarker discovery offers 'glimmer of hope' for women with aggressive breast cancer

Researchers have discovered a molecule called IL13RA2 could be a potential drug target for triple-negative breast cancer - an aggressive form of the disease.

Medical News Today: Scientists discover how bees naturally immunize their offspring

Scientists have discovered that the queen bee passes a blood protein to her eggs, so when they hatch, they have immunity to many of the diseases in their environment.

Medical News Today: New 'brain training' app could improve lives of people with schizophrenia

A new computer game has been developed by scientists that could improve the episodic memory and everyday functioning of people with schizophrenia.

Medical News Today: Researchers step closer to urine test for pancreatic cancer

Researchers have discovered a three-protein signature in the urine of patients with pancreatic cancer, bringing us closer to a much-needed noninvasive test for the disease.

Medical News Today: Picky eating linked to anxiety, depression in children

Researchers have found that moderate and severe cases of selective eating are associated with psychological problems such as anxiety and depression.

Medical News Today: Scientists discover gene that controls body clock

After studying mice with abnormal body clocks, researchers have identified a gene that they consider to be the master controller of circadian rhythms.

Medical News Today: Wound closure more effective when surgeons listen to their preferred music

A new study shows when surgeons listen to their favorite music while they operate, they close wounds faster and better. This could translate to cost savings, the researchers say.

Medical News Today: Modern nuclear disasters: biggest risk is mental, not physical illness

Fukushima has had no physical impact on human health but will have lasting social and psychological ones, say leading radiological protection experts.

Medical News Today: First ever successful field testing of Ebola vaccine reported

The vaccine rVSV-ZEBOV has proven to be successful at halting the spread of the Ebola virus in ongoing field tests conducted in Guinea.

Medical News Today: Potential target for future Huntington's disease treatment discovered

Scientists have discovered that the way DNA sequences are repaired could be critical to the development of Huntington's disease, potentially offering a target for treatment.

Medical News Today: New noninvasive treatment enables paralyzed men to move again

A new noninvasive treatment has successfully restored voluntary leg movement in paralyzed patients for the first time by delivering electrical stimulation to the spinal cord.

Medical News Today: What happens to the body when you drink Coca-Cola?

A British pharmacist has created an infographic that he claims reveals what happens to the body within 1 hour of drinking Coca-Cola and other caffeinated fizzy drinks.

Medical News Today: Reconstructing ancient virus should help scientists improve gene therapies

Scientists hope to better understand the complexity of viruses by reconstructing an ancient ancestor so they can design next-generation viruses to deliver gene therapy.

Medical News Today: Mindfulness meditation may help smokers quit - even those with no willpower

An intention to quit smoking may be less important than targeting self-control mechanisms, according to experts who have reviewed the evidence.

Medical News Today: Teenage exercise could reduce adult cancer risk, all-cause mortality for women

A new study suggests that participating in exercise as an adolescent could affect the likelihood of women developing cancer - regardless of adult exercise participation.

Medical News Today: Study identifies delays in lung cancer treatment due to missed diagnostic testing

Many patients with suspected lung cancer are missing diagnostic tests, which is leading to delays in treatment for the condition, according to new research.

Medical News Today: Prostate cancer can be categorized into five different types

For the first time, scientists have discovered prostate cancer can be categorized into five different types, each with its own genetic fingerprint.

Medical News Today: Doctors should screen all adults for depression, say expert panel

The US Preventive Services Task Force have issued a draft recommendation stating everyone in the US aged 18 and older should be screened for depression.

Medical News Today: Assessing the South Korea MERS outbreak: could it happen elsewhere?

In this Spotlight, we examine the recent MERS outbreak in South Korea, examining how authorities dealt with the virus and whether such an outbreak could occur elsewhere.

Medical News Today: Drone transport 'does not affect blood samples'

A study that tested the use of drones to carry blood samples to a lab at another location finds up to 40 minutes of travel does not affect results of routine and common tests.

Medical News Today: Silk and stem cells may help engineer salivary glands for dry mouth

Use of silk fiber scaffolds may solve the problem of how to get salivary gland stem cells to grow into salivary gland tissue, opening the door to new treatments for dry mouth.

Medical News Today: Gradual increase in salt intake linked to high blood pressure

A Japanese study that followed the sodium intakes and blood pressures of healthy people confirms dietary sodium is associated with hypertension.

Medical News Today: Hypothermia in organ donors could improve kidney transplants

Researchers have demonstrated that reducing the body temperature of organ donors can reduce the risk of delayed graft function in patients receiving a kidney transplant.

Medical News Today: Chlamydia screening 'easier and cheaper' with new DNA smartphone test

A new smartphone DNA test could offer a simpler and cheaper - though equally as accurate - alternative to current chlamydia screening techniques, according to a new study.

Medical News Today: 8-year-old boy becomes first child to receive double hand transplant

Surgeons have successfully performed the world’s first ever bilateral hand transplant on an 8-year-old child following a 10-hour surgical procedure.

Medical News Today: Coffee drinking habits may influence risk of mild cognitive impairment

Increasing coffee consumption over time to more than one cup daily may raise the risk of mild cognitive impairment, while reducing it may lower risk, according to new research.

Medical News Today: High-frequency spinal cord stimulation 'more effective for chronic pain'

A new form of spinal cord stimulation has been shown to be more effective at alleviating chronic pain than the traditional method, without unwanted side effects.

Medical News Today: 'Leaky vaccines' could spur more dangerous disease

A new study shows how an imperfect vaccine may protect vaccinated individuals but allow the pathogen to evolve and put unvaccinated individuals at risk of more severe illness.

Medical News Today: Study explains why 'eating for two' during pregnancy is not necessary

A new study of flies suggests a hormone released in early pregnancy enlarges the gut so it absorbs more energy from food and stimulates the body to store more fat.

Medical News Today: Cystic fibrosis: new understanding of infections

Lab work on the microorganisms found in sputum unveils secrets of their 'aerobic and anaerobic lifestyles' in cystic fibrosis to help with future studies and clinical testing.

Medical News Today: Rates of death and hospitalization have fallen among Medicare patients

Researchers analyzing trends among Medicare beneficiaries aged 65 and above have found that between 1999-2013, death and hospitalization rates have decreased.

Medical News Today: Anxiety, depression may be triggered by stress-induced changes to gut bacteria

Researchers suggest early-life stress may induce changes in gut bacteria that lead to the development of anxiety and depression later in life.

Medical News Today: Exercise-mimicking molecule may offer new treatments for obesity, type 2 diabetes

A study reveals how a newly created molecule - called compound 14 - mimicked exercise to improve glucose tolerance and trigger weight loss in obese mice.

Medical News Today: Adolescent e-cigarette use boosted by friend and family approval

Researchers have found that adolescents may be more inclined to use e-cigarettes if their friends and family both use and approve of the devices.

Medical News Today: New blood marker could help identify mothers most at risk of postpartum depression

Researchers have identified a blood marker that they say can identify women who are at highest risk of developing postpartum depression.

Medical News Today: Scientists identify another frequently mutated gene in melanoma

Melanoma arises from gene mutations that activate cancer-causing pathways. Now. researchers have unmasked the identity of the third most frequently mutated gene in melanoma.

Medical News Today: 'Glue ear' may be treatable with nasal balloon

A simple procedure of blowing into a balloon through the nose can be an effective way to improve symptoms and avoid antibiotics in children with a a common middle-ear problem.

Medical News Today: Premature birth associated with introversion in adulthood

Researchers have developed a personality profile for individuals born very prematurely or with a very low birth weight by assessing the personalities of adults.

Medical News Today: Rise in newborns being admitted to intensive care

Newborn babies - including those who are born at full term and normal weight - are increasingly being admitted to neonatal intensive care units, reveals an analysis of the figures.

Medical News Today: Patients with depression, personality disorders most likely to make euthanasia requests

A new study of 100 mentally ill patients in Belgium who made euthanasia requests reveals the majority had depression and/or personality disorders.

Medical News Today: CDC warn of edible marijuana dangers following death of 19-year-old student

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention examines the case of a student who fell to his death following the consumption of recreational edible marijuana.

Medical News Today: 20% of new mothers are not receiving advice on how to place their baby to sleep

A new study has revealed almost 20% of mothers fail to receive advice about their newborn's sleeping position, increasing the risk for sudden infant death syndrome.

Medical News Today: Risk of death from shaken baby syndrome could be identified with new tool

Researchers have created a tool that they say could help doctors identify children who are at risk of death from abusive head trauma, or shaken baby syndrome.

Medical News Today: FDA approve new daily pill for common skin cancer

The FDA have approved a new drug - sonidegib - for treating locally advanced basal cell carcinoma, an increasingly common cancer that occurs in the top layer of the skin.

Medical News Today: 'Worm spitting' offers insights for heart research

The discovery of a nerve cell that controls spitting behavior in worms could increase our understanding of how our brain and nervous system regulates organs like the heart.

Medical News Today: Salt, sweet, sour... now fat is one of our basic tastes

In a new study, participants grouped cups of taste solution to identify 'fat' taste as a distinct new taste alongside the traditional basic tastes of salt, sweet and so on.

Medical News Today: DNA 'ambulance' discovery may shed light on origins of cancer

Researchers have discovered how severely damaged DNA is transported to sites within cells for repair. They also note that repair is often inaccurate and could lead to cancer.

Medical News Today: Awareness of fertility preservation options among younger cancer patients may be low

Many cancer treatments can affect a patient's fertility. Though fertility preservation options are available, awareness of them may be low, according to new research.

Medical News Today: Avoiding effects of ICU decisions for relatives could lead to PTSD

A new study suggests that the severity of post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms experienced by people making decisions for relatives in ICU may depend on their coping strategy.

Medical News Today: Aromatase inhibitors 'more effective than tamoxifen' for reducing breast cancer deaths

A study finds a class of hormonal drugs - aromatase inhibitors - are more effective than tamoxifen for reducing mortality among women with ER-positive breast cancer.

Medical News Today: 'HIV-style campaign' to cut cancer drug prices

A large group of America's leading cancer specialists have joined forces in support of action against drug prices, drawing up an action plan to curb costs.

Medical News Today: Rising autism prevalence 'driven by changes in classification'

Between 2000 and 2010, rates of autism have tripled. However, a new study suggests that this rise is largely due to changes in intellectual disability categorization in the US.

Medical News Today: Chemotherapy for near-death cancer patients 'does not improve quality of life'

A study assessing the impact of chemotherapy for cancer patients who are near death finds the treatment does not improve their quality of life.

Medical News Today: European drugs regulators approve world's first malaria vaccine

The European Medicines Agency recommend the use of the world's first malaria vaccine among children aged 6 weeks to 17 months in Africa - where the disease is most prevalent.

Medical News Today: Physical exercise could improve symptoms of Alzheimer's, dementia

Studies presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference suggest that physical exercise could both protect the brain and alleviate symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Medical News Today: Cataracts may be treatable with eye drops instead of surgery

Researchers have successfully treated cataracts in dogs using eye drops that contain a natural steroid that dissolves the protein clumps that cause the lens to go misty.

Medical News Today: TB may be treatable with common glaucoma medication

Scientists have discovered a compound commonly found in many prescription glaucoma drugs switches off the tuberculosis bacterium's ability to evade the immune system.

Medical News Today: Study sheds light on why the elderly are most vulnerable to West Nile Virus

Elderly people are most vulnerable to West Nile Virus. A new study suggests this may be down to impairments in the early immune response to the virus among older individuals.

Medical News Today: Study links 'successful aging' with greater risk of harmful drinking

Over-50's who are healthy, active, wealthy and sociable may be at greater risk of harmful drinking, finds a new study published in BMJ Open.

Medical News Today: Treating stomach ulcer bacteria could reduce stomach cancer risk

Researchers have found that treatment for a common gut bacteria could have a small benefit in preventing the development of gastric cancer.

Medical News Today: Bullying, 'rather than misogyny,' explains online abuse of female gamers

Women receive three times as much abuse as men when playing online games. A new study suggests the psychology behind this is rooted in the need to men's desire for social status.

Medical News Today: Alzheimer's Association International Conference 2015: the highlights

As the 2015 Alzheimer's Association International Conference draws to a close, we look at some of the studies leading us closer to prevention and treatment strategies for dementia.

Medical News Today: New study looks at sexual risk-taking for women on vacation

A study investigating women's perceptions and motivations toward sexual risk-taking on vacation suggests that the US may be lagging behind when it comes to sexual health education.

Medical News Today: CPR from bystanders can save lives

A new study suggests people's chances of surviving cardiac arrest are higher when ordinary bystanders promptly intervene and start CPR before emergency services arrive.

Medical News Today: Diabetes drug may reduce risk of developing Parkinson's disease

Diabetes patients treated with glitazone have a lower risk of developing Parkinson's disease, suggesting the target of the drug could be a fruitful target for the condition.

Medical News Today: 5 weeks pregnant: your pregnancy week by week

What is happening in week 5 of your pregnancy? You may notice mood swings and breast tenderness. Baby is now the size of a sesame seed.

Medical News Today: Delivery speed of clot-busting drug for stroke often 'overestimated' by hospitals

Less than a third of US hospitals surveyed correctly identified their stroke care performance, with many overestimating the speed at which they administer clot-busting drugs.

Medical News Today: New dads put on weight, while childless men lose weight

Men put on an additional weight of 3.5-4.5 lb on average after becoming a father, finds a new study published in the American Journal of Men's Health.

Medical News Today: Alzheimer's patients may benefit from early treatment with novel drug

The first ever Alzheimer’s disease clinical trial to use delayed-start methodology has found that patients with a mild form of the disease benefit from beginning treatment early.

Medical News Today: Does the menstrual cycle affect sporting performance?

We investigate the impact that menstruation can have on the performance of competing sportswomen, both physically and psychologically.

Medical News Today: Transgender children do not have hormone imbalance, study finds

Researchers conducting a prospective study of transgender youth have discovered that transgender youth have hormone levels consistent with their birth-assigned genders.

Medical News Today: World first: man with AMD receives bionic eye implant

An 80-year-old man with age-related macular degeneration has become the first in the world to receive a bionic eye implant, leading to a significant improvement in visual function.

Medical News Today: Stem cell therapy for liver failure could replace liver transplants

For the first time, researchers have successfully repaired severe liver damage and restored the organ's function in a live mouse using stem cells grown in the lab.

Medical News Today: Aging may protect blood vessels from oxidative stress

Researchers find age may help protect blood vessels against damage by oxidative stress, which has been linked to cardiovascular diseases, some cancers, and Alzheimer's.

Medical News Today: Sugary drink consumption, birth weight and adult lifestyle linked to type 2 diabetes risk

Regular sugary drink consumption and a combination of low birth weight and unhealthy lifestyle in adulthood have been linked to greater risk of type 2 diabetes in two new studies.

Medical News Today: MDMA (Ecstasy): Facts, Effects and Hazards

MDMA is an illegal, psychoactive drug that has stimulant and hallucinogen effects. MDMA works by increasing the brain’s neurotransmitters serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine.

Medical News Today: Acupuncture has 'similar mode of action to psychiatric drugs'

A controlled study in rats finds acupuncture to be effective against chronic stress and reveals clues about how this form of traditional Chinese medicine might work.

Medical News Today: First case of prolonged remission in HIV-infected child reported

Clinicians in France report on the case of an 18-year-old patient who has been in virological remission despite not receiving antiretroviral treatment for the past 12 years.

Medical News Today: Too much TV, low physical activity may worsen cognitive function

A new study finds low physical activity and high TV viewing between the ages of 18 and 30 may be associated with poorer cognitive function later in life.

Medical News Today: Firstborn children have 'infinitesimally small' IQ lead over siblings

The age-old debate of whether birth order makes a difference to personality or IQ is addressed in the largest study ever to investigate the issue.

Medical News Today: Eczema successfully treated with arthritis drug

Researchers describe how an approved arthritis drug successfully treated 6 patients with moderate to severe eczema that was not responding to conventional treatments.

Medical News Today: Antimalaria treatment that targets a blood protein shows promise

Treatment that disables a blood protein the malaria parasite needs to survive in the host's body wipes out the disease in humanized mice in 3 days, reveals a new study.

Medical News Today: Poorer children develop 'smaller brains'

MRI brain scans and mental tests of children living below the poverty line show that key parts of their brains are smaller in volume and test scores are lower.

Medical News Today: Implantation: your pregnancy week by week

What is happening in week 4 of your pregnancy? Your baby is measuring 0.078 inches - the size of a poppy seed. You may experience mild spotting called implantation bleeding.

Medical News Today: Study identifies prescription practices as major player in antibiotic overuse

New research reveals 10% of doctors write antibiotic prescriptions for at least 95% of patients who visit them with acute respiratory infections, such as cold, flu and bronchitis.

Medical News Today: Higher risk of sudden cardiac arrest among black people

A new study of the residents of Portland, OR, has reported that the incidence of sudden cardiac arrest may be twice as high among black people than white people.

Medical News Today: Could a simple saliva test detect Alzheimer's?

The results of a new study show promise for a simple saliva test that could predict a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

Medical News Today: Marijuana 'helps bones to heal'

In a study of rats with mid-femoral fractures, the nonpsychotropic cannabidiol component of marijuana was associated with improved bone healing.

Medical News Today: Child antibiotic exposure linked to juvenile arthritis

Researchers have found that children prescribed courses of antibiotics had twice the risk of developing juvenile arthritis than children who did not receive these drugs.

Medical News Today: Promising drug candidate tackles malaria in a new way

A breakthrough study identifies a promising antimalaria drug that acts in a new way against several stages of the Plasmodium parasite's life cycle.

Medical News Today: Aggressive lymphoma linked to disruption in cell energy production

Researchers find a gene that codes for an enzyme that is involved in energy production in cells is mutated in a fast growing cancer called diffuse large B-cell lymphomas.

Medical News Today: Young women increasingly attracted to social smoking

Cigarette manufacturers have targeted young women emerging into adulthood, who are more likely to be very light smokers, finds a study.

Medical News Today: Couch potato toddlers at risk of future bullying

Researchers from the University of Montreal have found that spending large amounts of time watching TV as a toddler can increase the risk of being bullied at school.

Medical News Today: Physicians testified for tobacco companies against dying cancer patients

A new study sheds light on the actions of a small pool of expert witnesses testifying against dying cancer patients filing lawsuits against tobacco companies.

Medical News Today: Exercise 300 minutes a week 'to cut postmenopausal breast cancer risk'

Exercising 300 minutes a week, compared with half that amount, has benefits for body fat and postmenopausal breast cancer, suggests trial.

Medical News Today: Key protein pathways critical to Ebola virus can be blocked, according to new study

By focusing on the host cell than the virus, scientist have successfully blocked the protein pathways the Ebola virus relies on to infect cells.

Medical News Today: Could electromagnetic pulses be used to treat tinnitus?

Researchers have found delivering electromagnetic pulses to patients with tinnitus could be an effective method of treating this disruptive symptom.

Medical News Today: Mosquitoes collect multiple malaria doses over successive blood meals

Multiple malaria infection could make mosquitoes more dangerous, suggests a new study, finding that the insects can carry and survive greater infection loads.

Medical News Today: Restaurant food 'just as unhealthy as fast food'

Eating out at restaurants and fast-food outlets alike results in consuming around 200 more calories a day than eating at home, according to the results of a new study.

Medical News Today: Odds of losing weight are stacked against obese people, study says

The odds of severely obese people achieving normal weight are as great as 1 in 1,290, say the authors of a new study, concluding that current weight-loss programs are ineffective.

Medical News Today: 'More hospitalization' in areas of high fracking

Across three counties in Pennsylvania, areas with high fracking density also had higher rates of hospitalization, according to the results of a study.

Medical News Today: Eating the wrong wild mushroom can destroy your liver

Misidentification of edible wild mushrooms is common say researchers who describe a case of a woman whose liver failed after eating foraged wild mushrooms she thought were edible.

Medical News Today: Parkinson's disease may be treatable with antimalaria drugs

Breakthrough study shows existing malaria drugs directly activate the brain receptor Nurr1 and significantly reduce Parkinson's behavior in rats without inducing dyskinesia.

Medical News Today: Homeopathy: harmful and unscientific or misunderstood?

Two doctors have taken to The BMJ to debate the merits or otherwise of homeopathy, arguing whether it helps patients or could be harmful.

Medical News Today: Special part of brain registers screaming, scientists find

Screams have a special acoustic property that draws the attention of the brain's fear response, scientists have found by analyzing a series of recordings.

Medical News Today: Autism insights from miniature brains grown out of skin cells

Miniature brains grown in the lab by stem cell scientists have provided a new approach toward understanding brain development and disorders like autism and schizophrenia.

Medical News Today: Night Sweats: Facts, Causes and Treatments

People who suffer night sweats or sleep hyperhidrosis will often wake in the night to find their sleepwear and sheets drenched. Although annoying, night sweats are often harmless.

Medical News Today: Smartphones can now detect if you are depressed

A new study has revealed smartphones can now be used to detect symptoms of depression. Scientists believe they can identify people suffering from the illness with 87% accuracy.

Medical News Today: Sunburn: how to treat the effects of prolonged sun exposure

We take an in-depth look at the best ways to treat sunburn and investigate a number of myths associated with this uncomfortable condition.

Medical News Today: Increased sitting time linked with breast and ovarian cancer risk

Although no link was found between cancer and extended sitting time among men, a new study suggests women who spend a lot of time sitting may be at risk.

Medical News Today: 'Elastic hydrogel' shows promise in wound repair

An experimental wound-repairing hydrogel looks promising after lab and animal tests show it has the appropriate elasticity and flexibility to stem bleeding and help regrow tissue.

Medical News Today: Cure for mitochondrial diseases steps closer with stem cell breakthrough

A new study shows how scientists used two complementary cell reprogramming methods to create mutation-free lines of stem cells from human patients with mitochondrial diseases.

Medical News Today: Should Alzheimer's treatments be tailored to race?

Researchers found variations between African-American and European-American patients in how Alzheimer's disease makes changes in the brain.

Medical News Today: Fertilization: your pregnancy week by week

What is happening in week 3 of your pregnancy? It is possible to 'feel' that you are pregnant soon after you have conceived, but there are very few expected symptoms at this stage.

Medical News Today: Children with psychiatric problems 'fare worse as adults'

A new study finds that adults who had psychiatric problems as children are at greater risk of health, legal, financial and social problems.

Medical News Today: An AIDS-free generation is 15 years away, according to new report

A new report has revealed HIV/AIDS may be fully eradicated by 2030. United Nations 'Millennium Development Goals' set 15 years ago have been achieved 9 months ahead of schedule.

Medical News Today: Why are breast cancer survivors prone to weight gain?

In a new study conducted by researchers from Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, breast cancer survivors gained 3.6 lb more weight over 4 years compared with cancer-free women.

Medical News Today: Using antidepressants with painkillers could increase risk of bleeding

A new study suggests that taking a combination of antidepressants and common painkillers could increase the risk of bleeding inside the skull.

Medical News Today: Prolonged standing at work can cause health problems too

Following recent studies highlighting the health risks of prolonged sitting at work, a new study reveals prolonged standing may also cause problems such as fatigue and back pain.

Medical News Today: Gene signature spots aggressive lung tumors

New study shows that lung cancer tumors detected early with CT scans can be further classed into indolent and aggressive depending on their gene expression signature.

Medical News Today: What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and how does it work?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a short-term talking therapy technique used by counselors and therapists to teach individuals to change their unwanted behaviors.

Medical News Today: Researchers develop formula to predict generosity

A group of researchers have developed a computational model that can predict generous and selfish decisions, shedding new light on the mechanics behind altruism.

Medical News Today: 'Wider use of statins, better outcomes' since new guidelines

New guidelines on cholesterol management have widened the eligibility for statin treatment and resulted in improved outcomes, finds study.

Medical News Today: Abortion: 95% of women do not regret procedure

A new study finds no evidence to support the theory that women who have abortions subsequently experience mental health problems as a consequence.

Medical News Today: 'More support needed' for cancer survivors wanting to adopt

A study has revealed cancer survivors may face additional challenges when trying to adopt. Further family planning support for patients is required, suggest the authors.

Medical News Today: Noninvasive prenatal testing could detect maternal cancer

Researchers have discovered that the findings of noninvasive prenatal screening could detect maternal cancer as well as chromosomal abnormalities in fetuses.

Medical News Today: Midlife changes in spinal fluid may predict Alzheimer's

A study that gathered data over 10 years suggests changes in biomarkers in spinal fluid may help doctors identify people at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease later in life.

Medical News Today: Diet and exercise really do help avert type 2 diabetes, say Task Force

A cluster of studies provides clinical and cost effectiveness evidence that diet and physical activity programs can reduce risk of type 2 diabetes and normalize blood sugar.

Medical News Today: Could formaldehyde put funeral directors at risk of ALS?

Researchers suggest that the formaldehyde used in embalming fluid could increase the risk of the progressive neurodegenerative disease for those who prepare bodies for burial.

Medical News Today: Soccer players heading balls 'at increased risk of concussion'

Heading the ball was identified as the most common cause of concussion for soccer players in a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics.

Medical News Today: Cancer spread molecule discovered in prostate cancer

Drugs that inhibit the newly identified cancer molecule are already in early trials, raising the prospect of new avenues against prostate cancer.

Medical News Today: Localized prostate cancer: treatment strategies 'have improved'

The management of prostate cancer has changed over recent years, moving toward more conservative treatment of lower-risk cases instead of going straight to more aggressive options.

Medical News Today: Nixon and Obama health care similarities illustrate party differences

Obamacare has been criticized by Republicans as 'a radical liberal plan,' yet a new article suggests that President Nixon's health care proposals would have gone much further.

Medical News Today: Global aid 'falls short' against Ebola and other health crises

A new analysis published in The Lancet reports that less than one third of the level of global donor aid required to build a pandemic preparedness system has been raised.

Medical News Today: New imaging technique spots early stages of dangerous artery deposits

Using noninvasive PET/CT scans, researchers can see injected sodium fluoride tagged with a radioactive tracer binding to unstable calcium deposits in patients' arteries.

Medical News Today: CDC: Americans not eating enough fruits and vegetables

The CDC urge renewed efforts to boost consumer demand for fruits and vegetables following national survey that shows too many Americans are not consuming enough.

Medical News Today: Is milk bad for you?

Milk - some say it is good for you and highlight the benefits of its consumption for bone, brain and heart health, and others say it is bad - so which is correct? MNT finds out.

Medical News Today: Deaf mice able to hear again thanks to gene therapy

Scientists have restored hearing in deaf mice using gene therapy. It is hoped the development will eventually lead to human trials.

Medical News Today: First real-life trial for oral cholera vaccine successful in Bangladesh

An oral cholera vaccine has been tested in a real-life setting for the first term, cases of cholera was reduced by nearly 40% for those vaccinated.

Medical News Today: New study reveals dangers of opioid abuse for chronic back pain sufferers

Scientists discovered that chronic back patients suffering from high levels of depression or anxiety are more prone to opioids abuse.

Medical News Today: Recovering female stroke victims may benefit from uric acid

The results of a new study published in the journal Stroke suggest that uric acid may be an effective therapy for women recovering from a stroke.

Medical News Today: ESMO GI provides new insights into HCC and metastatic liver cancer

We report new findings on carcinoma and liver cancer from the European Society for Medical Oncology 17th World Congress on Gastrointestinal cancer in Barcelona, Spain.

Medical News Today: Neutralizing antibodies investigated for HIV vaccine

Two studies published this month explore the importance of neutralizing antibodies for HIV/Aids vaccine. Researchers focus on superinfected and cell-to-cell transmission.

Medical News Today: New chemotherapy light technique discovered

Scientists have discovered a new technique to improve the effectiveness of chemotherapy. By utilizing light, the team was able to target specific cancer cells.

Medical News Today: Type 2 diabetes linked with reduced cognitive function

A new study suggests over a short period, type 2 diabetes is linked to a reduced ability to regulate blood flow leading to impaired cognitive and executive function.

Medical News Today: Does cigarette smoking contribute to schizophrenia?

Previous studies have found that people with psychosis are more likely to smoke. A new meta-analysis suggests that this is not an attempt at self-medication, as previously thought.