Month: October 2013

Death from analgesic overdose, including the painkillers oxycodone and codeine, is more concentrated in economically…

In recent years, studies have reported inconsistent findings regarding whether calcium supplements used to prevent…

Increased vitamin D levels may prevent a wide range of diseases, according to recent studies….

Researchers say high-priced cigarettes and smoke-free homes effectively reduce smoking behaviors among low-income individuals –…

Jellyfish are one of the most energetically efficient natural propulsors on the planet, according to…

Women who watch their weight and closely follow a Mediterranean-style diet high in vegetables, vegetable…

A team of researchers has identified a novel mutation in the hepatitis B virus (HBV)…

The ability of invasive plants to rapidly adapt to local climates — and potentially to…

In two parallel projects, researchers have rewritten the genetic code of the bacterium E. coli….

The US Food and Drug Administration should consider the unique features of probiotics — bacteria…