Morning people may have lower breast cancer risk
A large study of women found that those with a morning preference were less likely to have or develop breast cancer than those with an evening preference. View original article Author:
Month: June 2019
Is a diabetes drug the key to aggressive breast cancer?
The blood sugar-lowering drug metformin changes how cancer stem cells use and metabolize energy, making them more vulnerable to a new treatment. View original article Author:
Should I worry about breast calcifications?
Breast calcifications are small deposits of calcium that can appear in the breast tissue. These are visible on mammograms and most are typically benign. Some forms, however, may indicate a form of cancer. Learn more about why they form and what happens if they appear on an X-ray. View original article Author:
How to manage diabetes
A person can manage their diabetes by making healthful changes to their diet, exercising frequently, and regularly taking the necessary medications. Here, learn about these self-management strategies and more. View original article Author:
Insulin pumps are vulnerable to hacking, FDA warns amid recall
The FDA is warning patients who use two devices from Medtronic that they might be at risk of possible hacking. View original article Author: Morgan Krakow
Former FDA head Gottlieb joins Pfizer board
He left the agency in April, after speeding generic drug approvals and battling a surge in teen vaping. View original article Author: Laurie McGinley
Obesity: How diet changes the brain and promotes overeating
In a study in mice, researchers found that neurons that normally signal to the brain to stop eating are less active in obese animals. View original article Author:
Are our brains addicted to information?
New research suggests that our brains may be addicted to information via a mechanism similar to the one involved in compulsive snacking. View original article Author:
What to know about ADHD misdiagnosis
The symptoms of ADHD tend to resemble those of other conditions, which may result in a misdiagnosis. Some characteristics of ADHD may also be symptoms of other conditions. Learn more about why a doctor might misdiagnose ADHD here. View original article Author:
CBD oil for ADHD: Does it work?
CBD oil is a popular alternative remedy for a variety of medical conditions. In this article, learn about whether it can help treat ADHD and whether it is safe for children to use. View original article Author: