Early periods associated with risk of gestational diabetes

Girls who have their first period before age 11 are 50 percent more likely to develop…

Study identifies common gene variants associated with gallbladder cancer

By comparing the genetic code of gallbladder cancer patients with those of healthy volunteers at nearly…

One in three Australians report health problems from fragranced consumer products

Many people report health problems -- ranging from migraine headaches to asthma attacks -- when exposed…

More social connection online tied to increasing feelings of isolation

The more time a young adult uses social media, the more likely they are to feel…

Zika virus in Canadian travelers more severe than expected

A new study sheds light on the acquisition and features of Zika virus in Canadian travelers,…

Infant MRIs show autism linked to increased cerebrospinal fluid

A national research network found that many toddlers diagnosed with autism at two years of age…

Patients more likely to refuse drug therapy than psychotherapy for mental health

People seeking help for mental disorders are more likely to refuse or not complete the recommended…

Smartphone interruptions: Are yours relentless and annoying?

Does your smartphone spew a relentless stream of text messages, push alerts, social media messages and…

Underwater mountains help ocean water rise from abyss

At high latitudes, such as near Antarctica and the Arctic Circle, the ocean's surface waters are…

How molecular machines may drive the future of disease detection and drug delivery

Researchers describe the creation of synthetic DNA motors in living cells. The process demonstrates how DNA…