An active ingredient in eye drops that were being developed for the treatment of a form of eye disease has…
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Flu is serious for pregnant women and others at high risk
Those at high-risk for flu complications such as hospitalization and death — including pregnant women — should be tested and…
High sodium intake may contribute to increased heart-disease deaths in China
Nearly a fifth of cardiovascular disease deaths among adults in a northern province of China in 2011 may be attributed…
Exposure to cannabis alters the genetic profile of sperm
New research suggests men in their child-bearing years should consider how THC could impact their sperm and possibly the children…
Aggressive behavior brings emotional pain to the sadist
Sadists derive pleasure or enjoyment from another person’s pain, yet new research shows that sadistic behavior ultimately deprives the sadists…
Alcoholic beverages are frequently considered migraine triggers
A study of 2,197 patients who experience migraines, alcoholic beverages were reported as a trigger by 35.6 percent of participants.
Food insecurity linked with binge-eating disorder and obesity
Food insecurity — difficulty affording enough food to support regular, balanced meals — was associated with increased likelihoods of binge-eating…
Dancing may help older women maintain the ability to perform daily tasks
A new study examined the potential effects of 16 different exercise types for reducing disability for activities of daily living…
Do personality traits of compulsive users of social media overlap with problem drinking?
A study found certain similarities and differences in personality traits when comparing compulsive use of social media with problematic or…
GlaxoSmithKline and Pfizer to Merge Consumer Health Units
The companies say their new venture will be the world’s largest maker of over-the-counter products like pain relievers, toothpastes, cold…