‘Lost crops’ could have fed as many as maize
Grown together, newly examined ‘lost crops’ could have produced enough seed to feed as many…
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2D materials: Arrangement of atoms measured in silicene
Silicene consists of a single layer of silicon atoms. In contrast to the ultra-flat material…
Chimpanzees more likely to share tools, teach skills when task is complex
A new study finds that chimpanzees that use a multi-step process and complex tools to…
For restricted eaters, a place at the table but not the meal
People with restricted diets — due to allergies, health issues or religious or cultural norms…
California’s stricter vaccine exemption policy and improved vaccination rates
California’s elimination, in 2016, of non-medical vaccine exemptions from school entry requirements was associated with…
Study finds connection between cardiac blood test before surgery and adverse outcomes
The VISION study looked at whether levels of a cardiac blood test, NT-proBNP, measured before…
Opinion: Improving the next generation of drugs through patient-centric design for clinical trials
When a process works, it’s natural to try to repeat it rather than recreate or…
3 challenges to watch in global health in 2020
New Year’s Day may usher in a new decade, but our crystal ball suggests some…
3 trends in biotech to watch in 2020
For biotech, 2019 ended like the penultimate episode of a prestige TV show. We got…
Skin Cream Leaves Woman With Severe Nerve Damage
A woman from California suffered from damage to her central nervous system after regularly using…
New Study Reveals 300-Million-Year-Old Lizard Earliest Animal To Show Parental Care
A new fossil shows what’s possibly the oldest example of parental care in the animal…
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Replacing Eggs, White Toast With Oatmeal For Breakfast May Save Your Life
Researchers found that people who replace eggs and white toast with oatmeal for breakfast may…
Strep Throat: This Is How Much Americans Pay For Treatment
A woman from New York City had to pay more than $28,000 after taking simple…
Strangest Animal Stories Of 2019
From cannibalistic ants to rock-eating clams, there have been no shortage of strange animal stories…
Your Smartphone Could Be Ruining Your Chances Of Losing Weight
Your smartphone can be affecting your weight loss in negative ways. Here’s how. Read Original…
This Christmas Drink Is Said To Increase Life Expectancy
According to various studies, the antioxidants found in red wine can help you live a…
These Doctors Diagnose, Treat Patients Virtually: Here’s How
Is telemedicine the future of healthcare or does it bring more losses than convenience? Read…
Tony Hawk’s Mother Dead: Skateboard Champ Opens Up About Alzheimer’s Battle
Retired professional skateboarder Tony Hawk announced his mother Nancy Hawk passed away at the age…
Possible Measles Outbreak In 5 US Airports: Officials Issue Warning
Health officials from different cities reported that a single person potentially exposed travelers to measles…
Effective And Natural Cleaners You Can Easily Make Yourself
Using regular chemically-manufactured cleaners poses health risks. Here are some natural cleaners that you can…
Want To Live Longer? Centenarians Share Their Secrets
Who better than centenarians to divulge the secrets to longevity? Read on to find out…
The Science Behind Rudolph’s Red Nose
Rudolph’s red and glowing nose is famous for helping guide Santa on foggy Christmas night…
PornHub Says The World Enjoyed These Things In 2019
PornHub has issued its annual report on porn-viewing preferences indicating that viewers around the world…
Birds Can Sense Winter Storms Hours Before They Strike, Per New Study
According to a new study, birds can sense a winter storm hours beforehand, helping them…
Underrated Space Stories This 2019
Here are some of the most underrated science stories this 2019 that you may have…
Astronomers Find Earth-Sized Planet Just Next Door
Astronomers discovered a new exoplanet that is close to the size of Earth and is…
Scientists Plan On Photographing Exoplanets In Visible Light: Here’s How
Per a recent news release, scientists plan on taking photos of far-off exoplanets in visible…
Clogged Shower Head? Here’s A Quick And Easy Fix
Clogged shower? Here’s a quick and easy fix for you to try. Read Original Article:…
Quite Moody During The Holidays? Here’s How To Counter It
New research revealed that eating added sugar, especially during the holidays, can increase the likelihood…
Jennifer Garner Swears By Intermittent Fasting’s Health Benefits
Here’s why Hollywood actress Jennifer Garner and so many others swear by intermittent fasting. Read…
Best Fertility Tips To Get Pregnant This Christmas
Here are some quick tips for couples who want to get pregnant during this Christmas…
You Should Go For Filtered Coffee To Avoid Diabetes, Study Says
Drinking filtered coffee has been found helping reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. Read…
Doctors Recommend Taking Calcium With Dark Green Vegetables: Here’s Why
Health experts recommend that people combine foods high in calcium with dark green vegetables to…
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Effective Tips To Stay Faithful To Keto During The Holidays
The holiday party menu commonly includes carb-heavy and sugary foods, which may make it difficult…
Novel Drug For Schizophrenia To Hit The Market Following FDA Approval
Intra-Cellular Therapies Inc. was given approval by the FDA to commercially launch Caplyta, a new…
Does Asparagus Really Make Your Pee Smell Bad?
Here’s why your pee smells bad after consuming asparagus. Read Original Article: Does Asparagus Really…
Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods To Eat This Christmas Season
The holiday season might be an excuse to indulge but we can still make the…
Whole-Person Healing: Celebrating 20 Years of Integrative Medicine at MSK – On Cancer – Memorial Sloan Kettering
Whole-Person Healing: Celebrating 20 Years of Integrative Medicine at MSK On Cancer – Memorial Sloan Kettering…
Here’s to your health: A decade of drug breakthroughs – The Philadelphia Inquirer
Here’s to your health: A decade of drug breakthroughs The Philadelphia Inquirer Read Original Article: Here’s…
Buttigieg health plan hinges on ‘supercharged’ version of unpopular Obamacare mandate – The Washington Post
Buttigieg health plan hinges on ‘supercharged’ version of unpopular Obamacare mandate The Washington Post Read Original…
The link between drawing and seeing in the brain
Drawing an object and naming it engages the brain in similar ways. The finding demonstrates…
Opinion: Lost, and sometimes found, in the emergency department at Christmas
Last Christmas, I traded my cozy bed for a shift working in my hospital’s accident…
We wish we’d written that: STAT staffers share their favorite stories of 2019
As we look back on 2019, we at STAT find ourselves a little jealous. There…
3 stories to watch in health tech in 2020
Judging by the numbers, digital health companies had another huge year in 2019. Total investment…
Opinion: Star Wars and the U.S. health care system share this: bloat
The final film in the epic Star Wars saga, “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker”…
STAT Plus: Sarepta sells international rights to Duchenne gene therapy to Roche
Sarepta Therapeutics said Monday that it will receive $1.15 billion in cash and an equity…
Are Steroids Really Effective Against Osteoarthritis?
Researchers found that steroid injections designed to treat osteoarthritis have some side effects that could…
Does Collagen Really Help Us Stay Young?
Numerous studies showed ingesting collagen could help improve skin and reduce the effects of aging…
Astronomers Find Massive Planets As Light As Cotton Candy
Astronomers using the Hubble Space Telescope found three exoplanets that are as big as Jupiter…
New Malaria Drug Appears Effective To Stop Deadly Infection
Researchers discovered a new target for a new malaria drug that would treat and prevent…