AI can help predict which young kids are more likely to develop autism, a new study says. The AI looks for patterns in medical data that can be easily obtained from children 2 or younger without extensive assessments or clinical tests, researchers said. The “AutMedAI” program was able to identify about 80% of children with…  read on >  read on >

One of the most abundant fatty acids in the body — and a key ingredient in the Mediterranean diet — could be a safe, easy and natural cure for bacterial vaginosis, a new lab study suggests. Oleic acid can inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria that cause vaginosis, and promote other bacteria species that contribute…  read on >  read on >

Uterine transplants are relatively rare and recent — the first was performed in 2011, and to date a little more than 100 transplants have been conducted worldwide. However, a new study finds that these procedures are often successful, leading to pregnancies and live births in 14 out of the 20 patients assessed. “A successfully transplanted…  read on >  read on >

Kids considering suicide after receiving mental health care at a hospital can be helped by automated text messages that help them feel hopeful and supported, a new study finds. Children receiving the texts as part of a program called Caring Contacts said they felt more positive after receiving the messages. “Prior research has shown that…  read on >  read on >

Back-to-school can feel like a rushed jumble, as kids leave behind summer fun for the next step in their education. But there are specific ways parents can help students show up sharper, get young athletes ready to compete, and have anxious kids settled down and ready to learn, experts say. Prioritize sleep Kids will have…  read on >  read on >

Chugging coffee, swilling colas or pounding down energy drinks could cause heart damage over time, a new study warns. All of these drinks contain caffeine, and a new study finds that folks who drink more than 400 milligrams of caffeine a day appear more likely to develop heart disease. The research was reported Thursday at…  read on >  read on >