MEDICINE & HEALTH

Being Overweight Worsens Asthma Symptoms, New Study Finds

MEDICINE & HEALTH 10.19.2019 10:32 AM

Obesity has long been linked to worsening respiratory illnesses. However, it's the first time it has been seen as the direct cause of asthma-related illnesses.

Scars are formed when the deep layer of the skin, the dermis, gets damaged. New collagen fibers are then formed to heal the damage with a pigmentation that doesn't match the rest of the skin: a scar.

The Ten Most Effective Scar Removal Products on Amazon Right Now

10.19.2019 09:57 AM

Scar removal products are aplenty everywhere, but sadly, not all of them work. That's why we've compiled a list of the ten most effective scar removal products on Amazon!

Pregnancy is one of the main causes of stretch marks.

Stretch Marks: How You Get Them and How to Get Rid of Them

10.19.2019 08:59 AM

While stretch marks don't fade away completely on their own, there are a few ways that you can make them disappear.

People who excel in a dimension are more likely to perceive other's deficiency on that dimension, thereby making them believe in the decline of today's youth

The 'Kids These Days' Effect is Actually Just an Illusion, Study Says

10.19.2019 08:02 AM

The perceived decline of the youth across generations is merely an illusion based on several cognitive mechanisms.

Suicide rates have increased over the past decade for young people aged 10-24.

Suicide Rate Among Teens and Young Adults Dramatically Increase Over Past Decade

10.18.2019 09:03 AM

Suicide rates among the youth saw a sharp increase over the past decade, making it the second most common cause of death among people aged 10–24, second only to deaths due to accidents.

Large amounts of stress can lead to hypertension in African Americans.

African Americans More Likely to Develop Hypertension Due to Stress—American Heart Association

10.17.2019 08:28 AM

A new study finds a big reason why African Americans have especially high hypertension prevalence: stress.

Are Monkeys Smarter Than Humans? New Study May Have Some Answers

10.17.2019 07:33 AM

A new study shows that some species of monkeys demonstrate better mental adaptability than humans. In the Origin of Species, Charles Darwin writes: "It is not the strongest of the species that survives, not the most intelligent that survives.

Cognitive behavior treatment can result in moderate to substantial increases in hope, which in turn temporarily precede changes in anxiety.

Cheesy But True: Hope Directly Linked to Recovery from Anxiety Disorders

10.17.2019 07:24 AM

Researchers from the University of Houston discovered the effect of hope on the recovery of patients suffering from anxiety disorders.

Gary Gulman's 'The Great Depresh,' Social Media Influence: You can Make Joke on Depression without Insulting

10.16.2019 08:45 AM

Gary Gulman's "The Great Depresh" has proven that you can make a comedy material from depression.

Post-Traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, puts people at higher risk of infections.

New Study Finds that PTSD Doubles Infection Risk

10.16.2019 06:33 AM

New research finds a link between post-traumatic stress disorder with physical health, particularly infection rates to common diseases.

A 3D rendering of Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria

The Grossest Hero of the Body: How Mucus Fights Bacteria

10.16.2019 04:55 AM

New research looks into how mucus plays a key role in fighting drug- and antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

You Can Lose Weight By Crying? Let The Experts Explain

10.15.2019 04:38 AM

A recent study showed that crying can contribute to weight loss, and the best time to cry is from 7pm to 10pm.

Certain antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties make breast milk superior to bovine milk, study says.

Mooove Over: Breast Milk’s Antimicrobial and Anti-inflammatory Effects are Superior to Cow's Milk

10.12.2019 06:08 AM

A study from the University of Iowa shows that beastfeeding is still best for babies, after all. It's a common notion that breastfeeding your babies is essential to their health, but why is this the case? What makes it different from other types of milk or infant formula? The secret may lie in just one compound that breastmilk is rich in.

Is Financial Security a Factor for Good Mental Health?

10.12.2019 05:33 AM

Keeping mental health at an optimum is as important as physical health. Too often this may be taken for granted and at times is very detrimental to the individual. Our mind is connected to the body, and if the mind fails, then problems are sure to follow!

Surviving stroke: Why it is important to spot signs of a stroke earlier

10.11.2019 08:32 AM

Stroke is one of the leading causes of death in the US, and it is important to know what signs to look for in order to get help immediately.