Health and Medicine
HPV Infections Increase Risk for Head and Neck Cancer
New research finds certain types of the human papillomavirus make a person 22 times more likely to develop oropharyngeal cancer.
More Americans Living Past 100
A report from the CDC finds the number of centenarians has increased 44 percent in the last decade and a half, thanks to modern medicine.
Health Panel Discourages Mammograms Before Age 50
A group of government-appointed physicians say breast cancer screening with mammography still holds limited value for a woman in her 40s.
The Pill Doesn't Cause Birth Defects
A new study suggests oral contraceptives taken before or early in a pregnancy won't negatively affect fetal development.
Twins Study Affirms Risk for Cancer Runs in the Family
A new large-scale study suggests genetics play a role in more than 20 different types of cancer.
Will Health Tourism Disrupt America's Hospitals?
The global health tourism market was valued at $10.5 billion in 2012 and will reach $32 billion by 2019.
Building a Better Band-Aid
MIT researchers have designed a "smart wound dressing" using hydrogel embedded with electronic sensors.
More Research Needed to Prevent 'Zombie Apocalypse'
A preparedness plan to stay alive among the walking dead could be your best defense for any real pandemic.
New Longevity Genes Identified
A study finds a DNA overlap between the predisposition of certain age-related diseases and why some people live a very long time.
Are Too Many Clinical Trials Run on Corporate Money?
A new analysis suggests government funding for studies is shrinking, forcing researchers to turn to the pharmaceutical industry to support essential research.
Antidepressants Linked to Autism Risk in Pregnancy
A new study suggests that SSRIs used during pregnancy could significantly increase a child's risk for autism—by nearly 90 percent.
U.S. Educators Still Won't Talk About Sex
Less than half of all high schools and only a fifth of middle schools adequately teach students how to prevent unwanted pregnancy and transmission of STDs and HIV, the CDC says.
Moderate Alcohol Benefits Early-Stage Alzheimer's
Modest amounts of drink each day—such as a generous glass of wine or a pint of beer—may stave off death in early-stages of dementia.
Physicians Challenge FDA's Warning on Surgical Tool
A group of experts say the agency's stance on limiting the use of power morcellators forces women to undergo more invasive and risky procedures.
Is ADHD on the Rise?
A new study suggests rates of ADHD diagnosis in children and teens have increased by 43 percent over the past decade, especially among girls and the Latino population.
Rabbit Fever on the Rise
So far this year, 100 cases of the disease have been reported in the states of Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wyoming, according to the CDC.
Fathers Can Pass Down Traits Through Sperm
A new study suggests a father has a lasting impact on whether or not his child is overweight.
Researchers Genetically Modify Mosquitoes to Be Malaria-Resistant
Scientists introduce mouse immune genes into malaria-ridden species that's scourge of India.
PMS Could Predict High Blood Pressure
A new study finds women who experience significant symptoms of premenstrual disorder may be more likely to have hypertension later in life.
Science Helps Stevia Lose its Bitter Bite
'Candyleaf' might finally deliver on its promise to be the first sugar replacement that actually works.
Pigeons Prove Proficient Pathologists
The birds could prove useful for developing future medical imaging technologies.
Fear of HIV Diagnosis Prevents Many From Getting Tested
A new study examines the psychological factors that influence a person's decision to refrain from learning their status.
Fewer Men Getting Screened for Prostate Cancer
A new study shows that clinicians are far less inclined to order a PSA test for a patient after the 2012 updates to screening guidelines.
Coffee, Elixir of Life
Drinking coffee daily may lower rates of cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, neurological conditions and even suicide, the new study suggests.
Are We Underestimating Rates of Autism?
A new survey of parents in the U.S. finds 1 in 45 children have autism and related disorders.
Earlier Intervention for High Blood Pressure Reduces Heart Risk by 40 Percent
The SPRINT trial has taken the medical community by surprise—and for a number of reasons.
New HIV Drug Injection Could Revolutionize Treatment
Preliminary results from a phase 2 trial found the maintenance therapy may be even more effective at achieving viral suppression than three daily antiretroviral pills.
Preterm Birth Rates Remains High in U.S.
A new report from March of Dimes finds the number of infants born premature varies widely state-by-state.
Growing Up With a Dog Lowers A Child's Asthma Risk
Another study indicates the hygiene hypothesis may be true.