How marijuana legalization changed use in states
Discrepancies in legalization across the country may pose a risk to public health, researchers have warned.
Scientists reveal how much each pregnancy ages you
"Our findings highlight the potential long-term impacts of pregnancy on women's health," the researchers said.
Stool transplant could help treat Parkinson's disease
The research team described the results as "really encouraging."
Dinosaurs found to break 150-year-old scientific rule
The discovery throws into question our understanding of animal evolution.
Doctor reveals when to worry about headaches after exercise
Exertion headaches can be indicative of more serious underlying issues, a health professional has warned.
"Chronoworking" expert reveals how to find your most productive time of day
Working against your natural body clock can hinder your productivity, but there are ways to optimize it within your 9-to-5.
How to boost your immune system in 15 minutes
This simple activity results in an increase of the body's own "search and destroy" agents.
Study reveals how obesity could accelerate aging in the brain
The findings also hint at a potential treatment to reverse cognitive decline in those with obesity.
How air conditioners could solve crimes
The findings reveal a genetic fingerprint that even the smoothest criminals can't hide.
Warning issued over prostate cancer "surge"
Annual deaths are also expected to rise to 700,000, with some countries harder hit than others.
Kids may be putting grandparents at risk of pneumonia
The risk of pneumonia was particularly high among older adults who had been exposed to children under the age of 5.
Minimum wage study debunks business claim
Some industries are more heavily impacted than others, the researchers found.
Scientists discover possible new treatment for Alzheimer's
The treatment works by restoring the activity of our brain's own cellular cleanup crew.
Scientists create six-limbed mouse with legs instead of genitals
The six-legged embryo offers important insights into early development, and may provide pathways to treatments for various developmental abnormalities.
Scientists discover how cancer creates "acid wall" against immune system
The findings offer hope for the development of anti-cancer drugs that make it harder for tumor cells to evade our immune systems.
Vaping may cause "substantial" heart failure risk increase
"More and more studies are linking e-cigarettes to harmful effects and finding that it might not be as safe as previously thought," researchers said.
Dentist reveals what she does instead of "harmful" teeth-whitening trend
When it comes to teeth whitening, there are a lot of misleading trends that can do more harm than good. So what should you do to get that bright smile?
Scientist reveals how to regrow your age-shrunken brain in just six months
Research shows that losing cognitive function in old age may not be inevitable and simple measures can help extend the brain's health span.
Scientists reveal symptom that is major flag for dementia risk
Patients who had experienced this symptom were three times more likely to develop dementia during the study period.
Partners may live longer when they drink together
Study results add to a body of evidence suggesting our partner's habits can significantly affect our own longevity.
Neurodegenerative disorders linked to higher brain acidity
Neuroscientists hope that these findings will provide a stepping stone to future treatments for a broad range of conditions, from dementia to depression.
Scientists identify the three main risk factors for brain aging
The research opens the door to potential prevention strategies for dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases.
Sleep scientists reveal how often to exercise to reduce insomnia risk
Persistence over the study period saw participants who were 42 percent less likely to find it difficult to fall asleep at night.
Scientists reveal diet plan that may lower Alzheimer's risk by 27%
A change of diet could help protect millions of Americans from inflammatory neurodegeneration, scientists suggest.
Dementia risk may fall as younger generations have larger brains
Over a 40 year period, brain surface area increased by nearly 15 percent on average.
Reused deep-frying oil may cause neurodegeneration
The common restaurant practice has been shown to alter the production of essential brain chemicals in mice.
Scientists reveal why women are more easily addicted to cigarettes
The discovery could help develop new strategies to help women quit smoking while determining who might be most susceptible to addiction.
Paleontologist finds rare fossil of spider in disguise
The discovery provides insight into the evolution of this unusual behavior in present-day spiders.
Scientists reveal common household chemicals that are brain health risk
Children are particularly vulnerable to these chemicals, the researchers warned.
Our cells' batteries face "significant threat" from microplastics
Disruption caused by these plastic particles could increase our risk of everything from Alzheimer's disease to strokes.