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A fracture anywhere reduces bone density everywhere
New UC Davis Health studies help explain why one break can lead to others
Eradicating Helicobacter pylori infections may be a key treatment for Parkinson's disease
A review of the latest literature supports the association between the gut bacteria H. pylori and Parkinson's disease, according to a new report in the Journal of Parkinson's Disease
High-carbohydrates diet lead to weight loss, according to new study
Diets high in carbohydrates reduce body weight and body fat and improve insulin function in overweight individuals, according to a new study published in Nutrients.
This Super-Strong Magnet Literally Blew the Doors Off a Tokyo Laboratory
Created one of the most intense magnetic fields ever generated on Earth
Common weed killer-believed harmless to animals-may be harming bees worldwide
Appears to disrupt the microbial community in the bees' digestive system
When supplies of drugs run low, drug prices mysteriously rise, data shows
And the less competition, the higher the price hikes.
Syphilis Cases Surge Among US Newborns, Reaching 20-Year High
A resurgence of syphilis in the United States has led to a dramatic spike in cases of the disease among newborns, according to a new report.
Ancient Japanese wolf may be rare remnant of ice age wolves
Wolf appears to be a relic of an ancient group of wolves
The soothing effects of strangers
People experience a stronger pain relief if they are treated by a person that belongs to a different social group
Antibiotics Safe for Appendicitis, 5-Year Follow-up Data Show
Antibiotics may be a feasible alternative to surgery for patients with uncomplicated acute appendicitis, 5-year follow-up data from a randomized trial show.
Reclassification recommendations for drug in 'magic mushrooms'
If phase III clinical trials are successful, researchers suggest categorizing the drug as schedule IV
Searching for the roots of brain cancer
Other than ionizing radiation and genetics, little is known about the factors that influence a person's chances of developing the disease.
Why Chinese medicine is heading for clinics around the world
For the first time, the World Health Organization will recognize traditional medicine in its influential global medical compendium.
Zika and yellow fever-vaccines without eggs
New methods with which viruses for vaccines can be replicated in significantly higher concentrations than before
Phobos May Have Come from Massive Impact on Mars
Phobos may be more similar to the Martian crust than it appears
People can die from giving up the fight
New research into 'give-up-itis'
Educating the next generation of medical professionals with machine learning is essential
Teaching hospitals have not yet come to grips with educating students and trainees on AI and ML
Low-dose contraceptive pill protects against ovarian cancer
Study finds reduced cancer rates even after contraceptive use ceases.
Ancient DNA reveals the secrets of a devastating European disease
Comparison with modern strains offers glimpses of the pathogen's evolutionary history.
Crash diets are highly effective - new evidence
Latest research suggests it isn't always the case that crash dieting isn't the best way to lose weight
The warm glow of kindness is real -- Sussex study confirms
The 'warm glow' of kindness is real -- even when there's nothing in it for you
Oumuamua Traced to Four Possible Home Stars
Four stars identified as possible homes of 'Oumuamua
Gene drive used to turn all female mosquitos sterile
In the lab, mosquito populations don't evolve resistance to this approach.
Early Parkinson's patients waiting too long to seek medical evaluation
Too many early PD patients wait too long before seeking medical attention, or start taking symptomatic medications before they are required
Cancer hijacks the microbiome to glut itself on glucose
Leukemia undercuts the ability of normal cells to consume glucose, thus leaving more glucose available to feed its own growth
Hitchhikers hinder medication shelf life
Why some biopharmaceuticals have a longer shelf life than others is a problem that has baffled scientists and manufacturers alike.
NASA wants to begin hunting for intelligent aliens who, like us, create technology
The search for technosignatures goes a step further, focusing on radio or laser emissions
FDA Freezes Imports From Chinese Maker of Tainted Valsartan
Inspection of the company's facility uncovered numerous manufacturing and quality control issues
Pregnant Women Who Get a Flu Shot Protect Their Babies, Too
When pregnant women with the flu are sicker than nonpregnant individuals and the odds of more severe illness and even death increase as well
Tiny Device Is a 'Huge Advance' for Treatment of Severe Heart Failure
A clip used to repair damaged heart valves sharply reduced deaths among patients with a grim prognosis.

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