Cold, dry air helps the virus stay airborne long enough to cause infections, researchers say read on >
Why Winter Weather Brings More Flu
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Can HIV Drugs Boost Syphilis Risk?
Meds may raise susceptibility to bacterium that causes the sexually transmitted disease, study suggests read on >
James Bond Has Kicked Butts, But His Co-Stars Haven’t
Smoking scenes still appear in nearly every ‘007’ film, study finds read on >
Common Viruses a Deadly Threat at Nursing Homes
RSV and human metapneumovirus need to be taken as seriously as influenza, study author says read on >
‘Stress Ball’ in Your Brain May Be Key to Heart Risks
New brain-scan study helps pinpoint a neurological link between anxiety, cardiovascular disease read on >
PG-13 Movies Show More Gun Violence Than R-Rated Films: Study
Though scenes are less bloody and more cartoon-like, the effect on young viewers needs scrutiny, researchers say read on >
Want to Leave Dinner Feeling Full? Bring on the Beans
Vegetable patties make diners feel fuller than meat so they eat less, Danish study finds read on >
Government-Backed Salt Reduction Efforts Could Deliver Big Health Pay Day
Researchers estimate a 10 percent cut in salt could save millions worldwide from heart disease read on >
Joints Achy? Don’t Blame Mother Nature
Study disputes weather’s role in knee and back pain read on >
Kids’ Care May Suffer When Parents Clash With Medical Staff
Doctors, nurses made worse decisions when confronted by ‘an angry mother,’ study finds read on >
