HEALTH
Foodborne Bacteria Have 'Vampiric' Lust for Blood
The discovery provides useful insights for the development of future treatments against blood infections and sepsis.
Kinesiologist Finds Unexpected Benefit to Wearing High Heels
Donning stilettos could help strengthen the tendons in the ankles and calves, making the legs more powerful and efficient.
Map Shows States Where 1 Million People Were Removed From Health Care Plan
At least 19.6 million Medicaid enrollees were taken off their plans, according to a new Kaiser Family Foundation report.
Senior Dog Owners Making Healthcare Mistake
Dental problems, slowing down on walks, and stiffness can be attributed to a pet growing older, but more serious issues may be the cause.
Warning as Microplastics Escape Gut to 'Infiltrate' Brain
In a study, microplastics appeared to have altered the metabolism of the affected tissues after just four weeks.
Scientists Reveal Hidden Benefit of Blinking
The findings are evidence that blinking isn't simply a mechanism to keep our eyes moist and healthy, Rochester University researchers found.
Humans Aren't Innately Selfish, Brain Scans Reveal
Research suggests that when we make a decision that takes into account other people's preferences, we feel a sense of reward or pleasure.
Psychologists Reveal Why You Can't Remember if You Locked Your Front Door
A study suggests we tend to remember certain aspects of an experience such as the big picture or the general context, rather than the smaller details.
Millennials Aren't Getting Enough Sleep
A Gallup survey has found that only 42 percent of adults say they are getting as much sleep as they need.
I Overcame My Alcohol Addiction by Learning Two Lessons
Alcoholism does not care if we are mothers and fathers, sons and daughters, uncles and aunts.
Muscle Discovery Has 'Huge Potential' for Healthier Aging
"Discoveries from research like this have huge potential for developing therapeutic strategies that promote healthier ageing," the researchers say.
Scientists Discover How You Might Be Getting More Sleep Than You Think
The researchers hope that their findings will offer relief to millions of insomnia sufferers.
New York Removes 1.4 Million People from Health Care Plan
According to a Kaiser Family Foundation report, 1.4 million New Yorkers were taken off Medicaid coverage.
Florida Removes 1.4 Million People from Health Care Plan
In the state, only 2.8 million enrollees were re-approved for the government health coverage, according to a report from the Kaiser Family Foundation.
Gynecologist Reveals Vagina Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
While it can be shrouded in taboo, understanding what normal discharge looks like could save you from serious health complications.
Warning As Dogs and Cats May Pass 'Superbugs' Onto Pet Owners
The findings challenge the widely held belief that humans are the main carriers of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria in the community.
Woman Discovers 'Worm-Like' Parasite Living in Eye for Two Years
The tongue worm inhabits reptiles and grew beneath victim's eyelid after she ate crocodile meat.
California Removes 336,000 Children from Health Care Plan
In California, 1.6 million residents had their Medicaid policies ended, while 6.1 million continued their coverage after the unwinding period.
More Women Getting Tubes Tied After Roe V. Wade Overturned
Huge rise in permanent contraceptive procedures after abortion rights were overturned, especially among women.
Warning Over Toxic 'Forever Chemical' Risk From High Seafood Diets
Certain species contained significantly higher concentrations of these toxic chemicals than others.
Penn and Kim Holderness Share How to Be an ADHD Whisperer
Loosening up and ceding control are some of the most important strategies for making life easier for a neurodiverse loved one.
'You Can Be Spectacular' at Life With ADHD Says Penn Holderness
Penn and Kim sat down with us to talk about their book, challenges and benefits of ADHD, their "Amazing Race" win, one of their favorite videos and more.
Sign of Aging Reversed by Simple Exercise
"Everyone says that '[aging is] just part of getting older,' but this doesn't actually have to be true," researchers say.
Neuroscientists Uncover Brain Region 'Crucial' to Deep Sleep
The discovery paves the way for new treatments tackling sleep disorders and memory consolidation.
