'Nervous' Kathy Griffin Speaks Out on Major Surgery As Vocal Cord Paralyzed
"I'm never nervous before surgeryâand I've had quite a fewâbut I am a little nervous about this one," the comedian said.
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Scientists Reveal Promising Way to Stave Off Cognitive Decline
The findings could ultimately support early detection of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of age-associated neurodegeneration.
Hospitals Are Hacked, Then Sued. Is It Fair?
In the aftermath of a cyberattack, hospitals often face another obstacle: class-action lawsuits.
Flavored Vape Bans Led to Increase in Teen Smoking: Study
Banning flavored vape products appears to correlate with a small but notable increase in the use of tobacco products among 18 to 20 year olds.
Viagra May Help Prevent Dementia: 'Findings Are Very Encouraging'
"This demonstrates the potential of this well-tolerated, widely-available drug to prevent dementia," the Oxford University team said.
Rare Fungal STI Outbreak in US: Symptoms to Look Out For
The infection may result in abscesses and scarring if left untreated, doctors are warning.
Scientists May Have Solved First Half of Sleep Mystery
The findings offer new insights into how sleep prepares our brain to learn.
Scientists Debunk 'Really Dangerous' Online Myths About Sun Protection
"We are seeing melanoma so much more often in really young people," doctors warn over spread of dangerous sunscreen trends.
Bird Flu: Why FDA Says Milk Safe Despite 1 in 5 Positive Tests for Virus
Two human cases of bird flu have been confirmed so far, with one likely resulting from exposure to dairy cows.
Neuroscientists Reveal Secret of Superagers' Excellent Memories
White matter, which connects different regions of the brain, appears to retain better structure in superagers than in older people with memory decline.
Psychologists Debunk the 'Lazy Stoner' Stereotype
"Our data suggests that you can be hard-working, motivated and a chronic cannabis user at the same time," researcher Michael Inzlicht said.
Senior Hit With Lifetime Medicare Penalty Forced to Go Back to Work
"My health is deteriorating, and I feel anxious and resentful," 78-year-old Cynthia Colyer told Newsweek.
Your Underwear Might Be Causing Serious Infections, Gynecologist Warns
The common underwear has already been banned in several countries because of health and hygiene concerns.
Hay Fever Alert As Allergist Warns of 'Pollen Storm'
"It's going to be a very robust spring," Leonard Bielory warns.
Neuroscientists Warn of 'Cascading' Alzheimer's Risk From These Two Habits
The habits produce a "synergistic effect" on our risk of developing Alzheimer's Disease and general cognitive decline.
