Health

Plain packaging triggered a hike in the price of tobacco products in the UK. Specifically, the price of leading tobacco products rose, say researchers from the University of Stirling in Scotland. The researchers wrote about their study…

Work stress is associated with an increase in the risk of developing some cancers, says a team of researchers. The researchers, from China, wrote about their study and findings in the International Journal of Cancer (citation below).…

Researchers have discovered a possible connection between cardiovascular disease and the intensity of oil and gas exploration. The scientists, from Colorado School of Public Health and National Jewish Health, wrote about their study and…

Two coffee compounds may team up to fight Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia. Parkinson's and Lewy body dementia are two progressive diseases associated with brain degeneration. There is currently no cure for either disease.…

There is a need to strike a balance between work and your personal life. While many of us long for a peaceful and stress-free experience, some of us end up getting stressed as a result of work. At the end of the day, work needs to get done.…

A team of researchers has created a 3D-printed glucose biosensor. The glucose biosensor is for use in wearable monitors, say scientists from Washington State University. They add that their work may lead to better glucose monitors for…

A team of researchers says that we could one day use the super-material graphene to test for ALS and other neurodegenerative diseases. ALS stands for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis - we also call it motor neurone disease (MND) or Lou…

By observing neuronal activity in the brain's prefrontal cortex, we can predict whether rats will take a risky or safe decision. If neuronal activity is low, a rat will take a risk at the next opportunity. If, on the other hand, neuronal…

If you are a healthy person and follow a low-gluten, fiber-rich diet, you will probably experience less intestinal discomfort. In this article, the term 'healthy person' refers to people who say they are not allergic to gluten. According…

Regular saunas may reduce men and women's cardiovascular death rates, a new study has found. Regular saunas also reduce their risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD). The study focused specifically on males and females aged 50+…