Releasing drugs that are packaged into microcapsules requires a significant amount of force, and the resulting burst can cause damage…
Medical News Today: What are the health benefits of yoga?
Yoga is a practice with many possible benefits, including reduced back pain, improved mood, and less stress. Learn about these…
Medical News Today: Scientists evaluate cancer risk of US drinking water
Carcinogens in tap water could be responsible for more than 100,000 cases of cancer in the United States according to…
Better samples, better science: New study explores integrity of research specimens
Biological samples can be highly susceptible to changes over time, which often occur when they are removed from deep refrigeration.…
For young athletes, sport specialization means increased risk of injury
Specialization in a chosen sport is associated with a higher volume of activity — and it could increase young athletes’…
Even mother’s mild depressive symptoms affect the child’s emotional well-being
Even mild long-term depressive symptoms among mothers are connected with emotional problems among small children such as hyperactivity, aggressiveness and…
New study on sharing shows social norms play a role in decision making
A child’s desire to share becomes influenced by social norms around the age of 8, new research has revealed. The…
Empowering cancer patients to shift their mindsets could improve care, researchers argue
A cancer diagnosis can cause a significant emotional burden for patients and their families. This may persist years into survivorship.…
Cats are securely bonded to their people, too
Cats have a reputation for being aloof and independent. But a study of the way domestic cats respond to their…
Medical News Today: Why are harsh sounds so unbearable for the human brain?
New research identifies which sounds are unbearable for the human brain and explains why we perceive them as such, uncovering…