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Jul 23, 2014 02:18 PM EDT

Death of a Parent during Childhood Increases the Risk of Early Mortality

Losing a parent during childhood can carry a heavy burden. Not only are parents the sole providers of their children, but they also help out with so much of their child's development.

Jul 23, 2014 11:29 AM EDT

Cancer Drug may Prove Effective in Treating Alzheimer's Disease

Though no cure exists for Alzheimer's disease--the most common form of dementia--a recent study shows that a treatment initially developed for cancer patients could hold hope for the future.

Jul 23, 2014 07:57 AM EDT

The Top 10 'Unhappiest' Cities in the United States Revealed in New Study

Is your city one of the unhappiest in the U.S.? Scientists have conducted new research that identifies the most miserable places to live.

Jul 22, 2014 06:34 PM EDT

Want Your Children to Eat their Vegetables? Don't Reveal the Health Benefits

A recent study published in the Journal of Consumer Research found that children might be more likely to eat their fruits and vegetables if they didn't know about the added health benefits.

Jul 22, 2014 02:00 PM EDT

Impulsivity Influenced by Brain Connectivity in Children

According to a recent study published in the journal the Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience, researchers from the University of Murica in Spain found that certain brain changes could be the cause for hasty actions.

Jul 21, 2014 10:57 PM EDT

Probiotics may Lower the Risk of Hypertension

Probiotics, otherwise known as "healthy" gut bacteria that's commonly found in yogurt and other dietary supplements, could help to lower the risk of high blood pressure.

Jul 21, 2014 02:46 PM EDT

Parents of Children with Weight-Issues See Them as 'Perfectly Healthy'

Parents are more likely to see their child/children through rose-colored glasses. However, for those with children who are obese or overweight, this can pose a serious risk to their future health.

Jul 21, 2014 01:48 PM EDT

Finding the Right Doctor: Do Patients Really Know What to Look For?

When it comes to healthcare, many Americans may be a bit unfamiliar with what the best options actually look like.

Jul 21, 2014 11:56 AM EDT

New Flu Treatments Target Immune Response, Not the Virus

The severity of a disease is often not determined by the virus itself. More so, the outcome will result from the strength of the immune system's response. Turning down that response rather than attacking the virus could help to reduce the severity of certain health issues, according to a recent stud...

Jul 21, 2014 11:22 AM EDT

Twins more Prone to Language Delay than Single-Born Counterparts

The "twinning effect"--a language phenomenon that can disadvantage some twins as opposed to their single-born counterparts--can result in developmental delays. However, a recent study published in the Journal of Speech, Language and Hearing Research found that the issue was more common among identic...

Jul 21, 2014 09:53 AM EDT

Get Some Sleep! Your Memory Depends on It

A recent study published in the journal Psychological Science shows that missed sleep can also result in memory issues over time.

Jul 20, 2014 11:24 PM EDT

Overprotective Moms More Likely to Have Overweight Kids

Mothers who worry too much about their children are significantly more likely to raise overweight or obese children, according to a recent study published in the journal PLOS ONE. Researchers found that 10 to 11-year-olds were significantly more likely to have a higher BMI if their mothers were over...