In 1993, the U.S. mandated that women and minorities be included in clinical trials funded by the federal government. More…
Read More
Daily vitamin D supplement may prolong remission from Crohn’s disease, study finds
Crohn’s disease, a condition marked by inflammation in the lining of the digestive tract, can cause diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss…
Read More
Horse dung has scientists on scent of antibiotic success
European biologists have discovered a bacteria-killing compound in common mushrooms that grow in horse dung. Unusually for an antibiotic, copsin…
Read More
Why a nonprofit is willing to pay thousands for your poop
A Massachusetts-based nonprofit is collecting poop at $40 a sample to treat a bacterial infection that is currently only mitigated…
Read More
New drug promises relief from aspirin heartburn
Millions of aspirin users may soon be able to pop the wonder pill without worrying about heartburn, a nasty side-effect…
Read More
Deer antler velvet: Miracle health enhancer or disappointing dud?
Leading up to this year’s Super Bowl, sports newscasters covered a minor drama concerning Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis and…
Read More
Are e-visits as good as office appointments?
A new study suggests that “e-visits” for sinus infections and urinary tract infections (UTIs) may be cheaper than in-person office…
Read More
Doctors test new treatments for adult acne
Three months after Danielle Schwarz began taking antibiotics for a severe case of acne, her doctor began to notice a…
Read More
Supplement maker admits to lying about ingredients
Federal prosecutors say the owner and president of a dietary supplement company has admitted his role in the sale of…
Read More
Russell Simmons talks meditation and success in new book
It’s no secret meditation has many health benefits. From lowering your blood pressure to increasing brain function and creativity –…
Read More