Category Archives: General Health

A new study finds that eye exams may help physicians diagnose sub-types of autism, Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) vary in level of severity and in how they are expressed symptomatically. The unpredictable nature of ASD creates many challenges for physicians trying to diagnose the disorder and also for treatment plans, as each individual responds differently. ...click here to read more

New research finds that drinking alcohol after learning something new can assist in recall of the information. The study was done at the University of Exeter. The participants included 31 men and 54 women between the ages of 18 and 53. The study tested the effects of alcohol on learning and memory. The experiment involved ...click here to read more

Bulging veins can be seen on your hands or practically any part of the body. They can be the result of a congenital defect of vein valves or due to conditions such as thrombophlebitis and varicose veins. Bulging veins can look unsightly, appearing swollen and possibly painful. One of the most common reasons for bulging ...click here to read more

Throughout our lives, we have been told that money does not buy happiness. However, a new study by researchers at the University of British Columbia and Harvard Business school think otherwise. For most of our lives, the accumulation of money is something we are told to strive for, as it is the reason we obtain ...click here to read more

It is hard for young people to imagine themselves falling down and seriously hurting themselves. Getting a bruise or two is all they would expect, but sadly, seniors who sustain nasty falls could potentially die. It is estimated that about 1.6 million older American adults go to the emergency room for fall related injuries. Assuming ...click here to read more

Two new vaccine candidates, called APPROACH and TRAVERSE, are still in the experimental stages but are showing promising results. The TRAVERSE vaccine will have full results by the end of this year, and if they are as positive, both vaccines may move into larger trials in southern parts of Africa. The focus of these potential ...click here to read more

New research shows that consuming a high-fat diet while pregnant can result in mental health issues for babies later on. Maintaining a healthy diet while pregnant is crucial for the continued health of the mother, an easier delivery, and the health of the growing fetus. A new study has found that consuming a high-fat diet ...click here to read more

A polyp is an abnormal growth of tissue projecting from a mucous membrane. Bladder polyps, in particular, are becoming more of an issue for medical professionals. Polyps in the bladder are suspected to be associated with lifestyle choices such as smoking or exposure to harmful chemical elements, but the cause of bladder polyps is not ...click here to read more

We all make snap judgments about people even if we haven’t met them. This is called stereotyping, and depending on the context, our stereotypes can either be good or bad. A new study finds that people with higher cognitive abilities are more likely to learn and apply social stereotypes. However, they also have the ability ...click here to read more

The human body is a marvel of biological engineering, capable of defending itself and adapting to its environment. For example, people living in colder climates will generally have a slightly thicker layer of fat underneath the skin compared to those living in warmer ones. The body can also fight off harmful bacteria and viruses that ...click here to read more

A new study has found that the reasons behind the development of antisocial behavior in kids differ between boys and girls. New research done by a team of scientists out of the University of Bath in the UK mapped the brains of over 200 teenagers between the ages of 14 and 18. They used magnetic ...click here to read more

Sugar-sweetened beverages like soda hold much of the blame for America’s obesity epidemic. They have been linked to not only increased weight gain, but also to tooth decay, diabetes, and even heart disease. Soda is not the only drink to pin the blame on though, as Americans consume sugar-laden fruit drinks, sports drinks, and sweetened ...click here to read more

Being human allows us to experience the world around us and live our lives as we see fit. Some will base their lives on rules and structure, others let emotion guide the way they live, but most people try to find a balance between the two. It is emotions that make us unique as humans, ...click here to read more

A new study finds that parents should be doing more to discourage their teens from drinking. It is widely and commonly known that alcohol consumption, in any amount, can be detrimental to one’s health. Not only can alcohol use turn into alcoholism, but it is also a known cause of cancer. In both men and ...click here to read more