Health News Archives

Gene Mutation May Cause Some Cases of Seasonal Affective Disorder
Finding could help identify people who'd respond to light therapy, study says

Researchers ID Genetic Markers for Esophageal Cancer
Having 4 or more of these 11 genotypes triples risk of disease, study funds

Rainy Areas in U.S. Show Higher Autism Rates
Researchers note that environmental toxins might trigger genetic vulnerability

FDA Faulted for Stance on Chemical in Plastics
BPA widely used in baby bottles, food containers; has been linked to diabetes, heart disease

Gas Stove Emissions Boost Asthma in Inner-City Kids
Using cooking appliances as heat source a hallmark of urban poverty, study notes

Disinfectants Can Boost Bacteria’s Resistance to Treatment
Misuse of chemicals contributes to hospital-acquired infections, study says

Hormones May Be to Blame for Women’s Cavity Rates
Reproductive pressures, dietary preferences all contribute, anthropologist suggests

Too Much Sun, Too Few Antioxidants Spell Eye Trouble
The combination contributes to age-related macular degeneration, study finds

Calcium Supplements Cut Blood Lead Levels During Pregnancy
Low-cost therapy reduces threat of transfer from mother's bones to fetus or nursing infant

Plastic Chemical Tied to Heart Disease and Diabetes
Bisphenol A previously associated with developmental problems in fetuses