Gene Variation Found in Boys With Delinquent Peers
High-risk homes with disengaged moms defined pattern, but not for young girls, study finds
full story » Genetic Research Offers Insights Into Form of Malaria
P. vivax causes 300 million cases of the disease each year
full story » Role of Circumcision in Reducing HIV Risk Still Unclear
Review doesn't find a protective effect in post-HAART era
full story » Scientists Explore New Test for Down Syndrome
If effective, it would be less invasive than current prenatal exams
full story » Gestational Diabetes Risk Higher for Asian-White Couples
Pelvic size may also play role in further chance of Caesarean delivery, study finds
full story » Protein in Spinal Fluid May Contribute to MS: Study
Higher levels of immune molecule might inhibit cells' ability to fight inflammation
full story » New Class of Drugs Might Cause Congenital Heart Defects
Lithium is only such drug on market, but more powerful versions are in development, researcher warns
full story » Dieting History Tied to Weight Gain in Pregnancy
Restricted eaters gained too much or too little, study finds
full story » Birth Size Linked to Breast Cancer Risk
Heavier, longer infants more likely to develop disease as adults, study finds
full story » Pain More a Cause of Arthritis Than a Symptom
Nerve cells may help spur inflammation, study shows
full story » Scientists ID Gene Pathway Triggering Melanoma Spread
Finding could lead to therapeutic applications for tumor progression in other cancers
full story » Eating Fish, Breast-Feeding Boost Infant Development
Mom's careful choice of foods offers both physical and mental advantages, study says
full story » Babies Who Eat Fish Lower Eczema Risk
Study found doing so before 9 months decreased chances of skin condition by 25%
full story » Researchers Develop Pig Model for Cystic Fibrosis
Now they can track disease progression as it happens, something not possible in humans
full story » U.S. Abortion Rate at 30-Year Low
Many abortions are among older mothers and minority women, report says
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