Study finds little consistency in doctor reviews on three physician rating websites

When looking for a doctor, many consumers turn to websites that post physician ratings and reviews.…

Model of anorexia nervosa created using stem cells

An international research team has created the first cellular model of anorexia nervosa (AN), reprogramming induced…

Low levels of ‘anti-anxiety’ hormone linked to postpartum depression

In a small-scale study of women with previously diagnosed mood disorders, researchers report that lower levels…

Immune molecule protects against Zika virus infection in animal models

A molecule naturally produced by the immune system protects mice and monkeys against Zika virus infection,…

Topical curcumin gel effective in treating burns and scalds

What is the effect of Topical Curcumin Gel for treating burns and scalds? In a recent…

Old gut stem cells made to grow like young ones in a dish

Intestines experience a lot of wear and tear. Without the stalwart stem cells that live in…

Did humans create the Sahara desert?

New research investigating the transition of the Sahara from a lush, green landscape 10,000 years ago…

Antibiotics not effective for clinically infected eczema in children

Estimates suggest that 40 percent of eczema flares are treated with topical antibiotics, but findings suggest…

Scientists say they are a step closer to solving chronic bladder diseases

Scientists have begun to unlock the genetic code to understand how the lining of the bladder…

Money, not access, key to resident food choices in ‘food deserts’

While access to healthy foods is a significant challenge, the biggest variable limiting diet choices in…