Healthy Living

'Like being plunged straight into hell': Mom of toddler killed in crash warns on car seat safety

A mother who lost her son in a tragic accident 12 years ago is urging others to research the safety of car seats before choosing one for their child.

Breast-feeding linked to lower risk of endometrial cancer

Women who breastfeed their babies for the recommended six months may also be lowering their own risk of developing endometrial cancer, a new study suggests.

Metals and nutrients found in baby teeth linked to autism risk, research suggests

Differences in exposure to certain metals and nutrients like lead and zinc in the womb and in early childhood may affect a child's risk of developing autism spectrum disorder (ASD), researchers say.

1-year-old revived with Narcan after opioid overdose, police say

A 1-year-old Ohio boy was revived with Narcan after he overdosed on opioids Thursday evening, police said.

Injury rates in young female athletes may be underestimated

Injury rates among elite young female athletes may be higher than what's been reported, new data suggest.

New map tracks germs' travels around hospitals

In the first study of its kind, researchers have conducted a yearlong survey of the bacteria in a newly constructed hospital, starting two months before the facility opened and continuing over the next 10 months.

Does telling patients of possible side effects make them more likely?

Patients who are told their medication can have certain side effects may report these symptoms more often than patients who aren't aware their treatment carries these risks, a study of popular cholesterol pills suggests.

Celiac disease symptoms more likely to resolve in children

In response to a strict gluten-free diet, celiac disease symptoms are more likely to go away in children than in adults, researchers say.

Walking linked to improved brain function

A moderate-intensity walking regimen may reduce symptoms of mild cognitive impairment that are linked to poor blood vessel health in the brain, a small study suggests.

Older adults might be able to stave off arthritis knee pain with fiber

Older people who eat the most fiber are at lower risk of developing knee pain and stiffness due to osteoarthritis (OA), new research shows.