Health News

Finally, a Definitive Test for Alzheimer's
There is still no definitive way to diagnose Alzheimer's disease in a living person, but that may be about to change.
Human Lung Stem Cell Does All the Tricks
Which three properties does a cell have to have to be called a stem cell? It has to be self-renewing, able to form into different types of cells and capable of carrying across to another person.
Spoonful of Sugar Will Make Bacteria Go Away
Sugar can be added to anything to make it sweeter. We all know that candy is the number one "medication" for all children. Adults like sweets just as much as children do.
Birth Control Pill and HRT Protects Brain Aneurysm
Women taking a pill a day, either a birth control pill or a drug used for hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may protect against developing brain aneurysms.
Drive Less, Lose More Weight
What part of your day is spent driving in a car? For most Americans, driving is the main mode of transportation to get to and from work.
Signs of Danger after Heart Surgery
While heart surgery is meant to save people's lives, it can sometimes lead to other problems or even death. Now, researchers have found a way to spot patients who are at risk of death after heart surgery.
Children With Cystic Fibrosis Benefit From Exercise
Children and teens with cystic fibrosis (CF) often have difficulty exercising due to their diminished lung performance.
Saving Old Muscle
As people get older, their muscles shrink and can easily get hurt. For these people, exercise might not be enough to keep their muscles healthy. So, it is welcome news that there may be a drug that protects muscle health.
Relearn to Move with Video Games
Video games aren't just for kids, they can be fun for adults too! But now it seems like video games can be more than just entertainment...they may be able to help stroke victims on their path to recovery.
In Which Season were you Born?
People plan their weddings, vacations, or even anniversaries during specific seasons for specific reasons. What about a child’s birth?