Category: Health

Why a common pesticide may alter brain growth in school-age children

As measles surged in Texas early this year, the Trump administration’s actions sowed fear and confusion among CDC scientists that kept them from performing the

The study identifies distinct childhood obesity trends in England, emphasizing the role of local policies and socioeconomic factors in shaping health outcomes.

A systematic review of 17 studies involving 61,332 participants reveals that vitamin D, iron, and certain foods and supplements play critical roles in hair health.

Researchers have identified SLC45A4 as a neuronal polyamine transporter genetically linked to human chronic pain. Loss of this gene in mice disrupts polyamine balance, alters

Researchers tracked brain activity before and after arm amputation and found that hand and lip maps in the cortex remained remarkably stable for up to

A relatively old drug — metformin — may hold the key to preventing life-threatening illness and bolstering human longevity, researchers have found recently.

Pricey prescriptions and nagging medical costs are swamping some insurers and employers, which means patients may start paying more next year

What to look for when choosing sunscreen and how to apply it to get the maximum protection.

How dangerous is UV radiation and how can you protect yourself when levels are high?

The UK could experience some of the highest UV levels ever recorded, on Thursday.

Research out of the University of New Hampshire shows that communities that were easier for people to lace up and get out for a walk

Brucellosis is a serious and often neglected disease endemic to many low- and middle-income countries around the world. Because it shares many of the same

Does it slow down ageing? Or are we being exploited by a multi-billion pound industry?