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| Depression |
| Can taking Cymbalta affect a person's weight? Doctors prescribe Cymbalta to treat depression, anxiety, and some chronic pain disorders. Research suggests that taking Cymbalta can cause modest changes in body weight. Learn more here. |
| Major depression: Existing drug reduces symptoms by 45 percent An existing drug that people use to treat seizures can significantly reduce symptoms of major depressive disorder in a small number of participants. |
| Depression: Three new subtypes identified Scientists used functional MRI to study the brains of 134 people and identified three new subtypes of depression, including a treatment-resistant subtype. |
| Infertility and depression: Symptoms and coping Trying to get pregnant can cause extra pressure and stress in a person's life, so depression is a common side effect of infertility. Learn more about coping here. |
| Hypertension |
| What is obesity and what causes it? Obesity is when a person is carrying excessive weight. This puts them at a higher risk of a number of health conditions. Find out more about what obesity is and why it happens. |
| What are the limitations of BMI? A person can use their body mass index (BMI) to determine whether they have a healthful weight. But, BMI does not take certain factors into account, such as the proportion of fat to muscle. Learn more here. |
| Men's Health |
| Everything you need to know about penile cancer Penile cancer is cancer that affects the penis and other male genitals. It often begins on the skin. Penile cancer is relatively rare and is highly treatable in the early stages. In this article, learn more about penile cancer, including its signs and symptoms, potential risk factors, and treatment options. |
| Neurology / Neuroscience |
| How coffee protects the brain New research reveals what gives coffee its protective properties for brain health, and why it can help keep Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease at bay. |
| Alzheimer's may be treated with diabetes drugs New research suggests that targeting the brain's capillary cells with antidiabetes drugs may relieve Alzheimer's-related brain pathologies. |
| Depression: Three new subtypes identified Scientists used functional MRI to study the brains of 134 people and identified three new subtypes of depression, including a treatment-resistant subtype. |
| Spinal stimulation helps men with paraplegia walk again Rehabilitation therapy with targeted and timed spinal cord stimulation helped men with paraplegia control leg muscles — even with stimulation turned off. |
| Could the appendix trigger Parkinson's? Although Parkinson's is considered a neurological condition, a new study concludes that individuals who have had their appendix removed have a lower risk. |
| Researchers may stop Parkinson's by 'cooling off' brain In a new study, researchers have managed to stop Parkinson's disease in mice by attacking a key component of harmful brain inflammation. |
| Scientists find brain area that inhibits fear New research has revealed a brain region called the nucleus reuniens that is responsible for suppressing the fear response in rodents. |
| Nutrition / Diet |
| A natural pigment can help decrease cardiovascular risk A new systematic review finds that a common natural pigment could significantly lower the risk of heart disease and death related to cardiovascular events. |
| Best foods for a Crohn's disease flare-up In a person with Crohn's disease, a flare-up can cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, and a loss of appetite. Eating the right foods during a flare-up can help ease symptoms and speed recovery. Learn more here. |
| How coffee protects the brain New research reveals what gives coffee its protective properties for brain health, and why it can help keep Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease at bay. |
| Mediterranean diet: New evidence of its heart-healthy benefits New research in rodents has tested the cardioprotective benefits of a compound triggered by consuming vegetables, fish, and seafood. |
| Can this Amazonian diet offer a solution to heart disease? One indigenous population from the Bolivian Amazon may have a lesson or two to teach us about how diet and lifestyle can protect heart health. |
| Melanoma: More evidence that antioxidants speed up tumor spread New research reveals that antioxidants that bind to mitochondria — the main source of free radicals — either have no effect or cause tumors to grow faster. |
| Daily serving of nuts may stave off weight gain Two new studies suggest that a daily serving of nuts helps stave off weight gain in the long run and benefits cardiometabolic health in women. |
| It may only take one energy drink to harm your blood vessels Experts worry that energy drinks may impair health, particularly cardiovascular function. They warn that even one energy drink may harm the blood vessels. |
| How to eat healthfully: Double your portion size People tend to eat more when they are given a larger portion of unhealthful food. A new study asks whether the same rule applies for healthful snacks. |
| Can cottonseed oil help lower your 'bad' cholesterol? A recent study takes a look at how adding cottonseed oil to a high-fat diet impacts a person's levels of 'good' and 'bad' cholesterol, among other factors. |
| Can fermented dairy shield you against heart disease? Whether or not dairy is good for health has become a controversial topic. New research suggests that fermented dairy may protect the heart. |
| MS: How too much salt can cause inflammation New research discovers the molecular mechanism that explains why a high intake of salt may trigger inflammation and raise the risk of multiple sclerosis. |
| Psoriasis |
| What to know about light therapy for psoriasis Light therapy is an effective treatment for moderate to severe psoriasis. Learn about the types, procedure, and side effects of light therapy for psoriasis here. |
| What can cause sores or scabs on the scalp? Scabs and sores on the scalp can be painful and itchy, but they often clear up on their own after a few days. However, there are many possible causes of scabs and sores, and some may require medical treatment. Learn more here. |
| Is there a link between psoriasis and Candida? While researchers know there is a link between Candida, a type of yeast, and psoriasis, they do not fully understand how the two are related. Learn more with this article. |
| Respiratory |
| What is empyema? Empyema is when too much fluid collects in the pleural space in the lungs. Learn about the symptoms, stages, and possible causes here. We also cover treatment options. |
| Sexual Health / STDs |
| What is male chlamydial urethritis? Male chlamydial urethritis is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that affects the male urethra. Many people with this STI do not have any symptoms, but it can cause pain or discomfort. Without treatment, it can also lead to complications. Doctors prescribe antibiotics to treat chlamydia. Learn more here. |
| What to know about fertility supplements Some people choose natural supplements to help treat fertility issues. In this article, learn about the research behind these supplements and whether or not they are effective. |
| Women's Health / Gynecology |
| What does ovulation pain mean? Some women experience a sharp pain when they ovulate. Also known as mittelschmerz pain, it may occur suddenly or in the middle of a woman's cycle and may affect only one side of the body. Learn more about ovulation pain, and when to see a doctor here. |
| Daily serving of nuts may stave off weight gain Two new studies suggest that a daily serving of nuts helps stave off weight gain in the long run and benefits cardiometabolic health in women. |
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