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Jan 29, 2014 05:54 AM EST

Preterm Birth Ups Asthma and Wheezing Disorder During Childhood

Premature infants are more likely to develop asthma and wheezing disorder during their early childhood when compared to the full term babies, suggests a new finding.

Jan 29, 2014 12:13 AM EST

On the Rebound? Why Old Flames may Use Sex with a New Partner as Revenge

A recent study shows how partners who may have been dumped could turn to "revenge" or "rebound" sex in the hopes of getting even with their old mate.

Jan 29, 2014 05:30 AM EST

Low Vitamin D Levels During Pregnancy Increase the Risk of Preeclampsia

The status of vitamin D in expectant mom may predict the risk of developing severe preeclampsia, a life threatening disorder, claims a new finding.

Jan 29, 2014 04:38 AM EST

Breath Tests Detect Early Signs of Lung Cancer, Study Claims

A breath tests may now be able to diagnose lung cancer in its initial stages, according to a latest U.S. study.

Jan 28, 2014 05:39 PM EST

How the ‘Matthew Effect’ Helps Some Scientific Papers Gain Popularity

Fine-grained research shows boost for leading-edge and low-profile work in the life sciences happens after authors are honored.

Jan 28, 2014 11:16 PM EST

Choosing a Specialist for your Child: What does the Process Involve?

A recent study takes a more in-depth look at how parents seek specialists when the signs or symptoms of a more serious illness may appear. According to researchers from the University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health, as they often easily find a primary ca...

Jan 28, 2014 08:25 PM EST

Caffeine Addiction May Be a Bigger Health Problem Than Previously Thought

According to a recent study, heavy caffeine dependency can result in withdrawal symptoms.

Jan 28, 2014 04:43 PM EST

The Effects of Caffeine Use Disorder

These days, most of us can't go a day without our favorite coffee or soda. However, a recent study looks into the dangers of caffeine dependency.

Jan 28, 2014 11:39 PM EST

Parents and Spanking: Knowledge Holds the Key to Alternative, more Positive Punishment

Unfortunately, some parents still chose to spank their parents as a form of punishment. However, previous studies have shown that spanking is linked to both short- and long- term child behavioral problems that can even translate into emotional or behavioral problems that surface later in life.

Jan 29, 2014 10:02 AM EST

The Aging Brain: Slower, but Just as Smart

As adults age, they may take longer to remember certain things. However, a recent study examines how the brain's storage capacity may play a role in slower memory retrieval.

Jan 28, 2014 02:54 PM EST

Scientists Create a Digitized Version of the Most Famous Brain in Neuroscience History

Henry Molaison is known to have to most famous brain in the history of neuroscience. Today, he is honored for allowing scientists to study his brain and unearth various neuroscience breakthroughs, most notably the conception of a 3-D model of his brain.

Jan 28, 2014 12:50 PM EST

Labeling Obesity a Disease: Could this have Psychological Consequences for Overweight Individuals?

As it has and continues to raise controversy since the American Medical Association (AMA) declared obesity a disease in June 2013, researchers examine the psychological effects that the new label may have on overweight or obese individuals.