Women Can't Get No Satisfaction
There are 341 registered medical studies on erectile dysfunction, and only 46 on female sexual interest/arousal disorder.
Obese Could Soon Outnumber Underweight Worldwide
A new study suggests a fifth of people living on earth could be severely overweight by 2025.
Watch the Effects of Laser Hair Removal in Slow Motion
Here's a video that should interest the hirsute among us.
New Male Contraceptive Prevents Pregnancy in Rabbits
Researchers say Vasalgel, a reversible form of male birth control, could be a major breakthrough.
FDA's Drug Approval Process Shows Slight Improvement
A new report finds it takes an average of 10 months for the federal regulatory agency to sign off on sales of new pharmaceuticals.
Blood Test Could Detect Concussion
Researchers have developed a simple way to determine if patients should be treated for this type of brain trauma, up to a week after injury.
Mammograms Could Help Detect Heart Disease
The routine screening test for breast cancer may one day aid doctors in preventing heart attacks and strokes in women.
Would You Donate a Kidney for Money?
Most Americans would be willing to give a up vital organ for $50,000.
Blame Your Road Rage on That Cat Parasite
Research suggests exposure to toxoplasma gondii—that 'crazy cat lady' parasite—may be the cause behind rage disorders.
Moderate Alcohol Consumption Isn't Beneficial
An analysis suggests past studies that advocated for having a few drinks each week were poorly designed and based on unreliable data.
FDA Moves to Ban Powdered Medical Gloves
Federal health officials say the substance on latex can cause serious allergic reaction and other health problems.
Standing Desks Don't Decrease Sitting at Work
It turns out pricy office equipment may not be the panacea for sedentary workplaces, according to a new report.
Rats Can Cause Depression
The presence of these rodents produces feelings of sadness and anxiety, similar to when a person witnesses drug sales or experiences violence in their neighborhood.
Zika Poses a Threat to at Least 50 Cities in the U.S.
A report suggests Americans should brace themselves for the potential transmission of the mosquito-borne virus this summer, especially along the East Coast and the South.
CDC Issues New Guidelines for Prescribing Opioids
To combat the growing opioid addiction epidemic, federal health officials are telling doctors to exercise caution and closely monitor patients.
Cold Turkey Is the Most Effective Way to Quit Smoking
A new study suggests people who pick a specific date to toss the cigarettes are more likely to completely kick the habit.
More Breast Cancer Patients Chose Preventive Mastectomy
A new study finds women in treatment are opting to remove their healthy breast even though research shows the procedure does not improve survival rates.
The American Diet Is Mostly Ultra-Processed Foods
A new study finds too many people live on sustenance that can barely pass as edible.
Genetics a Predictor for Socioeconomic Status
A new study suggests being an overweight woman or a short man may result in fewer opportunities and lower earning potential.
Preemies' Guts Harbor Antibiotic-Resistance Bacteria
A new study finds the microbiomes of premature infants make them more susceptible to serious infections that cannot be cured.
Exposure to Allergenic Foods Shows Some Benefit
New research seeks to pinpoint when you should introduce foods like peanuts and eggs to a child.
Researchers Find Proof Zika Causes Fetal Brain Defects
A new study conducted with cell cultures shows how the mosquito-borne virus may slow down and stop neural cell growth.
More Coffee May Mean Lower Risk for MS
New research suggests excessive consumption—at least four cups a day—significantly reduces risk for multiple sclerosis.
Going Gray Really Is in the Genes
Researchers say information about the newly identified genetic mutation could be useful to the field of forensics, or to develop a pill that prevents premature graying.
You're So Vain, America
Butt and breast augmentations, liposuction and nose reshaping topped the list of most popular cosmetic procedures in 2015.
FDA Approves Zika Diagnostic Test for Commercial Use
In response to an emergency request from the CDC, the FDA will provide the new antibody test to certified labs in the U.S.
CDC: Don't Go to the Olympics if You're Pregnant
U.S. health officials say you can avoid Zika by abstaining from unprotected sex—and the 2016 summer games in Rio.
First Case of Zika-Related Microcephaly Reported in U.S
The CDC reported outcomes on several pregnant U.S. residents who acquired the virus while traveling in affected countries.
Scientists Grow Sperm in a Dish
The experimental procedure proved successful in mice, and could resolve male infertility.
Zika Linked to Stillbirths, Congenital Defects
A case study of one pregnancy in Brazil suggests the mosquito-borne virus may result in pregnancy complications beyond microcephaly.