Birth Order Has No Noticeable Effect On Personality, IQ, Study Says
The differences most parents see are based on their older children being older, as well as their own understanding of their children.
‘Active choice’ intervention may boost flu vaccine rates
A study at the University of Pennsylvania suggests a behavioral economics technique may increase the number of people getting flu vaccines.
Calories on fast food menus not changing eating habits, study says
Does it help to know that a double quarter-pounder with cheese delivers 740 calories? Probably not, a new study suggests.
Study: Heartburn meds could shorten life span
Popular heartburn medications like Nexium, Prilosec or Prevacid may increase your risk of early death when taken for extended periods, a new study suggests.
CDC panel approves new hepatitis B vaccine for adults
A new vaccine to prevent hepatitis B in adults has received unanimous recommendation from a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisory committee, Dynavax Technologies Corporation announced Wednesday.
Healthcare spending for U.S. kids up 56 percent in less than...
The cost of keeping American kids physically and mentally healthy increased 56 percent between 1996 and 2013, a new study finds.
Body Fat May Be Bigger Health Danger Than Body Size
People who have more body fat -- regardless of their size - may have a higher risk of dying early than people whose bodies have less fat, new research suggests.
Nike to close all stores in Utah, U.S. for 2 weeks
Nike is closing all of its stores in the U.S., including Utah, along with other parts of the world, to try to curb the spread of the coronavirus, the company announced Sunday morning.
Bone loss in women may be reduced with anti-inflammatory diet
Researchers at The Ohio State University have found that anti-inflammatory diets may reduce the risk of bone loss and fractures in women.
Researchers raise ‘loneliness epidemic’ as major threat to public health
Loneliness may be more hazardous to your health than obesity -- and a growing number of Americans are at risk, researchers report.
Family Dollar recalls Colgate products in Utah, 10 other states
Family Dollar announced that it is voluntarily recalling six Colgate products that are sold in 11 states because they were stored outside of the recommended temperature requirements.
New Plant Engineering Technique Could Aid Fight Against Malaria
Artemisinin is one of the most effective malaria drugs. To make it, producers must grow large amounts of an herb called Artemisia annua -- colloquially, sweet wormwood.
Mouse study suggests brain circuit involved in sleep-wake cycle
Scientists say they've identified a brain circuit in mice that plays a key role in the sleep-wake cycle.
FDA moves to increase availability of generic medications
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has taken two new steps to provide more lower-cost prescription drug alternatives and increase competition.