Colon Cancer in Younger People
Colon cancer is on the rise among young adults, new research reveals. A study of more than 260,000 cases showed that nearly 15 percent of patients were under... continue reading
The Perils of a Wealth Shock
Suffering a major financial loss could lead to an early death, a new study suggests. Researchers at Northwestern University analyzed the financial history and... continue reading
Controlling Parents, Mean Kids
The toxic effects of helicopter parenting may not end once children head off to college. A new study shows that undergrads who’ve been raised by... continue reading
Distracted-Walking Injuries
People who wander through the streets transfixed by their smartphones, utterly unaware of their surroundings, aren’t merely irritating. Research... continue reading
Grilling Causes Inflammation
Regularly eating grilled, broiled, or roasted meat, chicken, or fish may increase the risk for high blood pressure, a new study shows. Harvard researchers came... continue reading
Freezing the ‘Hunger Nerve’
Diets often fail as long-term solutions for many people trying to lose weight. But new research suggests that freezing the so-called hunger nerve could... continue reading
Happy Heart Syndrome
It’s already been proven that intense emotional distress—say, after losing a loved one—can trigger a cardiac abnormality called “broken heart... continue reading
Size Really Does Matter
Short men and overweight women are at a distinct disadvantage when it comes to education, career opportunities, and earning potential, a new study shows. After... continue reading
Americans’ Unhealthy Habits
To remain healthy, doctors say, you have to eat well, exercise regularly, avoid smoking, and keep body fat in check. But new research shows that only 2.7... continue reading
Loneliness Hurts the Heart
It’s no secret that loneliness is unhealthy, physically and emotionally. Already linked to a weakened immune system, unwanted isolation also takes a toll on... continue reading