Abnormal results on a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening test for cancer are typically followed by a systematic biopsy. During that procedure, doctors use a long needle to extract roughly a…
Not so long ago, a friend texted me from a coffee shop. He said, "I can't believe it. I'm the only one here without a tattoo!" That might not seem…
Celiac disease is a digestive and immune disorder that can keep the body from absorbing necessary nutrients. "Our conception and awareness of celiac disease has evolved over the past few…
Concussion is one of the most common injuries to the brain, affecting about two million children and teens every year. It is a particular kind of injury that happens when…
Are online gambling and sports betting new to your area? Are gambling advertisements catching your eye? Have you noticed sports and news shows covering the spread? Recent changes in laws…
For neuroscientist Sara Lazar, a form of meditation called open awareness is as fundamental to her day as breathing. "I just become aware that I am aware, with no particular…
Approximately three million Americans have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBD is an umbrella term for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, illnesses marked by chronic or repeated bouts of inflammation in…
If you've ever tried to lose excess weight, you've probably gotten this advice: drink more water. Or perhaps it was more specific: drink a full glass of water before each…
