A new discovery may allow physicians to warn patients years before the onset of diabetes,…
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Obese pregnant women who lose weight save money, have healthier newborns, study shows
Severely obese women who maintained or lost weight during pregnancy had healthier babies and lower…
Researchers discover simple, affordable diagnostic kit for chikungunya
A novel and affordable diagnostic test for chikungunya will soon be available thanks to new…
Treatment of severe acne hampered by antibiotic overuse, delays in prescribing more potent medication
Physicians who treat severe acne leave too many patients on ineffective antibiotics for far too…
Kids meals, toys, and TV advertising: A triple threat to child health
Fast food companies advertise children’s meals on TV with ads that feature toy premiums, and…
Tug of war among bacteria
As hide-outs for bacteria, biofilms cause problems for antibiotic treatment or the cleaning of medical…
Reptile pets: Food insects shuttle allergens into homes
Reptiles are becoming increasingly popular as pets. The number of reptile pets, such as lizards,…
Working memory: Underlying processes are more complex than we thought
In order to retain a piece of information for a short time, working memory is…
African lion survival may be dependent on corridor creation
Across Africa, lion populations are threatened by continued reductions in their range and associated genetic…
Simulation of 3-D exotic clouds on an exoplanet
A nearby exoplanet has an atmosphere that might be similar to Earth’s before life evolved….