Early signs of anxiety, depression may be evident in the brains of newborns

Early predictors of anxiety and depression may be evident in the brain even at birth, suggests a new study.

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An impulsive cognitive style comes with implications, researchers say

A new study finds a wide range of subtle but measurable tendencies in the thinking of people who would rather snatch a quick reward than wait for a bigger one.

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Vitamin D discovery could prove key to new treatments for metabolic disorders and certain cancers

Researchers have identified a new way vitamin D helps control the balance of lipids in the body. This key finding could advance development of new treatments for metabolic disorders and certain cancers.

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Extensive use of fluorinated chemicals in fast food wrappers: Chemicals can leach into food

Previous studies have linked the chemicals to kidney and testicular cancers, thyroid disease, low birth weight and immunotoxicity in children, among other health issues.

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Re-assessing 'at risk' cutoffs for birth weight

A recent research article contributes to the evidence base regarding the use of population charts for detection of fetal growth disorders and how best to determine risk of complications.

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Flu fighter: Breath monitor to detect flu

A new hand-held breath monitor can potentially detect the flu virus.

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Females no longer neglected in obesity research

Scientists revise the typical use of male rats and point to sex-differences that can drastically change how we approach obesity and the related health problems in females.

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