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Narcotic use and addiction have become one of the major health concerns of the 21st century in the United States.
Researchers explored the connection between the presence of learning disorders and the later development of neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer disease.
Trauma in childhood is associated with changes in brain structure that appear to increase the risk of depression relapse in adults with major depressive disorder, according to a study in The Lancet Psychiatry.
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A recent study evaluated the potential adverse health effects of potato consumption.
<p>Babies are generally born with healthy hearts that should be cared for during childhood to ensure good health later in life, according to the American Heart Association.</p><p> </p>
Intravenous zanamivir could be a good option for the treatment of influenza in oseltamivir-resistant patients and in those unable to digest medication, according to a phase 3 trial.
Diagnosing uterine fibroids should be based on an extensive physical examination and detailed clinical history. Current guidelines recommend confirming the diagnosis via ultrasonography scanning, and MRI can help determine the vascularization of the fibromas. Do you prefer using ultrasonography or magnetic resonance imaging to diagnose uterine fibroids?
In a recent study, researchers examined how specific healthy dietary patterns used to lower risks of cardiometabolic disorders in the general population may impact the risk of pregnancy complications when utilized in pregnant women.
The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research has released new guidance on duration of bisphosphonate treatment in patients with osteoporosis.
A 14-year-old girl is seen because of long-standing nasal itch, intermittent nasal congestion, and clear nasal discharge.
Researchers used genetic scores to calculate the causal effect of LDL and HDL cholesterol on the risk of heart disease.
Are you up-to-date on the pathogens most likely to cause pneumonia in children in different age groups? A look at the likely culprits—and the most appropriate antimicrobial choices.
<p>Head Start preschoolers in Michigan who were underweight or overweight at the start of the program entered kindergarten at a healthier weight than similar kids in the community.</p>
By Lorraine L. Janeczko
<p><span>Lower physical activity was associated with a higher disease burden in children with multiple sclerosis, a new study shows.</span></p>
A research team has established a set of empirical biomarkers to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of psychosis.