Intermittent exposure to high levels of alcohol in adolescent animals leads to increased levels of microRNA-137 in the brains of…
Medical News Today: What to know about ferritin and hair growth
Ferritin is a protein found throughout the body that stores iron. Low ferritin levels, and low iron levels, could affect…
Haemochromatosis
Hereditary haemochromatosis is now well recognized as an inherited disorder of iron loading that is entirely preventable if recognized early.…
Medical News Today: Why you should wash fruits and vegetables
People should always wash fruits and vegetables before eating or cooking them. Washing them reduces the risk of consuming harmful…
Switching to renewable energy could save thousands of lives in Africa
New research finds that if Africa chooses a future powered by fossil fuels, nearly 50,000 people could die prematurely each…
Money spent on beer ads linked to underage drinking
Advertising budgets and strategies used by beer companies appear to influence underage drinking, according to new research. The findings show…
Helicopter parents and ‘hothouse children’ — exploring the high stakes of family dynamics
The phenomenon of helicopter parenting most often occurs in middle- to upper-class families where stakes are high for parents to…
Statin Drugs Not Linked to Memory Decline in Study
A large Australian study found no association between cholesterol-lowering statins and memory or thinking problems.
Statin Drugs Not Linked to Memory Decline in Study
A large Australian study found no association between cholesterol-lowering statins and memory or thinking problems.
Medical News Today: What to know about nut allergies
Tree nut allergies are common, and they include reactions to almonds, cashews, and walnuts. An allergy to peanuts is not…