Researchers have found that pregnant women who commute long-distance to work have an increased risk of adverse birth outcomes, including…
Depression, obesity, chronic pain could be treated by targeting the same key protein
Major depression, obesity and chronic pain are all linked to the effects of one protein, called FKBP51. Researchers have now…
Awake lumbar interbody fusion
A new article provides the reader with a glimpse of how effective lumbar surgery in select patients can be when…
Compression-only CPR increases survival of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
In a Swedish study of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, bystander CPR rates nearly doubled and compression-only, or Hands-Only CPR, rates increased…
Just an hour of weekly walking staves off disability
Just one hour a week of brisk walking — as if you are late to an appointment or trying to…
New evidence on the association of shortened sleep time and obstructive sleep apnea with sleepiness and cardiometabolic risk factors
A new study may change the way we think about sleep disorders. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and short sleep duration…
New evidence about why clear margins in breast cancer surgery are such good news
When a breast cancer tumor is removed with no signs of cancer left behind, it’s great news for patients, and…
‘Smart’ pajamas could monitor and help improve sleep
If you’ve ever dreamed about getting a good night’s sleep, your answer may someday lie in data generated by your…
Brain Booster in a Bottle? Don’t Bother
To support brain health as you age, start with the same foods that can help to keep your heart healthy.
How to Minimize Exposures to Hormone Disrupters
Experts say adults and children alike can benefit from avoiding canned goods and certain plastics and substituting natural products for…