Maternal Use Of Antidepressants Linked To Autism In Children
Children whose mothers take antidepressants during pregnancy, especially selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, have nearly double the chance of being diagnosed with an autism disorder before the age of 7, according to a recent study at the University of Montreal.
Researchers cure diabetes in mice without side effects
Researchers at the University of Texas Health San Antonio report they have essentially cured type 1 diabetes in laboratory mice by using gene transfer.
Worsening Depression May Double The Risk For Dementia
Higher symptoms of worsening depression were linked to dementia in a recent study by researchers at the University of California San Francisco, either as an indicator or a symptom of cognitive declines in patients.
Patient’s own brainwaves may help treat PTSD
WEDNESDAY, April 19, 2017 -- Technology using a patient's own brainwaves might offer hope against tough-to-treat PTSD, new research suggests.
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD,...
States with medical marijuana may have less opioid abuse: Study
A new study of drivers who died in auto accidents suggests people in states with medical marijuana laws may be using fewer opioid painkillers, the study authors contend.
Nanoparticles from tattoos can travel inside the body
Scientists have discovered that micro and nanoparticles from tattoos can travel inside the body and reach the lymph nodes.
Trump admin to cut 90 percent of ACA advertising budget
The Trump administration announced Thursday that it will cut advertising for the Affordable Care Act by as much as 90 percent, which health experts say could severely impact the healthcare legislation.
Study: Skin Cancer Rates, Tanning Bed Use Higher Among Gay, Bisexual...
Gay and bisexual men have higher rates of skin cancer than heterosexual males. They also use tanning beds more often.
Rabid bats found in Salt Lake City; Heath Department issues warning
Three bats found since August in downtown Salt Lake City have tested positive for rabies, according to the Salt Lake County Health Department.
Intermountain Healthcare announces new Primary Children’s campus in Lehi
Intermountain Healthcare announced Tuesday it will devote $500 million or more to pediatric-specific projects, programs, and facilities that serve the Intermountain West, including a new campus in Lehi.
Poll: Parental Support For Immunization Requirements Rising
Parents also said they believed vaccines were safer and more beneficial than they thought a year ago.
Fighting Back, Bedbugs Grow Thicker Skin
Bedbugs may be developing thicker "skins" that help them resist common pesticides, a new study suggests.
Smell Test May Indicate if Children Have Autism
A new study showed that children's sniffing patterns when asked to smell pleasant and unpleasant odors can accurately indicate whether or not they have autism.
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.