February 19, 2016 #Catmageddon: Why experts love new anti-smoking ad Nothing gets the Internet talking like viral cat videos, and now a new anti-smoking ad has tapped into people's love of funny cats in the name of health education — a move that experts say is a good one
February 19, 2016 Marijuana use may lead to abuse of other substances Using marijuana may lead in short order to using even more marijuana as well as abusing other drugs and alcohol, suggests a new analysis of U.S. data.
February 16, 2016 A controversial treatment for peanut allergies Peanut M&M dispensers stand in the waiting room of the New England Food Allergy Treatment Center.
February 12, 2016 Textile workers at higher risk for rheumatoid arthritis Breathing textile dust on the job is linked to an almost tripled risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, an immune system disorder that causes debilitating swelling and pain in the joints, a Malaysian study suggests.
February 12, 2016 5 unexpected ways to actually meet your New Year's resolution Making a New Year’s Resolution—slightly buzzed on the energy of a new year, slightly buzzed on the Champagne of a new year—is the easy part.
February 11, 2016 Out of shape in middle age may mean a smaller brain later People who are out of shape in midlife may end up with smaller brain volume as they age compared to peers who exercise regularly, a according to a U.S. study.
February 10, 2016 Long-term marijuana use tied to worse verbal memory in middle age As marijuana becomes more accessible to young and old alike in the U.S., researchers warn that long-term use of the drug may cause lasting harm to at least one type of brain function.
February 9, 2016 Utah woman warns against cosmetic procedure after losing all of her eyelashes A Utah woman who lost her natural eyelashes after getting extensions may serve as a cautionary tale for women considering the cosmetic procedure, which has been popularized by celebrities like reality TV star Kylie Jenner.
February 8, 2016 Scientists find source of rare 'vibration allergy' There's no such thing as good vibrations for those suffering from "the vibration allergy."
February 5, 2016 Smoking bans lead to better national health Reuters (Health) - People living in countries with public smoking bans have lower exposure to secondhand smoke and better health, according to a fresh look at past research from 21 nations.