Vapers may influence smokers to quit lighting up, study says
Could vapers be a good influence on smokers? New research suggests that’s so: Cigarette smokers who spent more time with people who used electronic cigarettes were more likely to try…
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Study: Surgery best treatment for appendicitis, not antibiotics
A person suffering from an appendicitis should receive surgery and not try to treat the condition with antibiotics, a study said. The Stanford University School of Medicine study, published Wednesday…
Love of coffee may be genetic, study says
Coffee’s bitter taste shouldn’t be a selling point. But a genetic variant explains why so many people love the brew, a new study suggests. Bitterness evolved as a natural warning…
Race-, gender-based bullying does more harm than normal bullying
When children are bullied because of their race, gender, religion or disability, it is more harmful than other instances of bullying, a new study said. These findings, which also suggest…
Diabetes drug might also ease heart failure risk
The diabetes drug Farxiga might do double-duty for patients, helping to ward off another killer, heart failure, new research shows. Type 2 diabetics who took Farxiga saw their odds of…
Facebook drops forced arbitration in sexual harassment
Following Google’s lead, Facebook has now also decided to do away with forced arbitration for sexual harassment claims. Facebook announced the decision on Friday with critics saying that the process…
Study finds link between brain activity and depressed mood
Researchers have identified a common pattern of brain activity linked to feelings of low mood, particularly in people who have a tendency toward anxiety. This discovery could help scientists develop…
Showerheads may be source of bacteria behind lung infections
You no doubt think that stepping into your shower will wash away dirt and germs, but a new study shows your showerhead might instead dump nasty bacteria on you that…
Child suicides in Japan reach a 30-year high
Suicides of Japanese school children have reached a 30-year high, the education ministry said Monday, although overall suicide figures declined. Statistics from Japanese elementary, middle and high schools indicate that…
Antibiotics during infancy may increase childhood risk for obesity
Babies who are prescribed antibiotics before they’re 2 years old may be more likely to become obese children, new research suggests. Acid reflux medications may also up the risk, though…
