Goth, Punk And Emo Teens More Likely To Attempt Suicide
Alternative teen cultures like Goth, Punk And Emo aren't merely a creative way for young people to express themselves. A new study finds "alternative" teens are much more likely to engage in self-injury and to attempt suicide.
Phantom Pregnancy: Myth Or Reality?
Have you ever heard of a "Phantom pregnancy"? Also called "psychogenic", "psychological", "false" or "pseudo-pregnancy", a phantom pregnancy, though a rather rare occurrence, truly exist.
Removing Ribs, Relieving Pain
Thoracic outlet syndrome, a condition usually occurring after involvement in a car crash, causes pain in one arm that just won't go away. Rehab for this condition is long and difficult, but surgery may provide a cure.
Brain Cells, More Than Just Neurons
Neurons have been in the spot for years and years, but did you know that there are other brain cells that not only take care of neurons, but also perform very important brain functions? Get to know more about these cells and their role in the CNS.
5k Training Hints And Tips
With the increasing amount of charity races comes increasing amount of participants. Therefore many more people are training for short distance races such as 5 kilometres which is achievable by just about anyone.
Most Common Liver Problems
The liver is probably the heaviest and bulkiest organ of the human body. And luckily, its size and weight rightfully correlate with its importance in our overall health. Thus, diseases of the liver play a crucial part in the field of medicine.
Not Sharing A Bed With Your Partner: Why?
Do you and your other half sleep in separate beds by choice or for practical reasons? Or does the practice of sleeping alone baffle you? Here, we explore why some couples don't share sleep, and if that's bad for their relationships.
New Treatment Heals Diabetic Skin Wounds Fast
After about 20 years with the disease, nearly all diabetics start developing persistent wounds in their feet. New research suggests that a treatment currently used as a "last resort" to avoid amputation is better applied sooner rather than later.
Is MERS The Next Pandemic?
Is MERS (not to be confused with MRSA) the next virus that will encircle the globe killing tens of millions of people? At this point, it appears that MERS is not yet an epidemic and is not quickly on the way to becoming one, but the virus bears watching.
Study: Over-the-Counter Drugs Could Prevent Recurring UTIs
Urinary tract infections may be familiar to most of us, but they can have serious consequences — particularly in patients who suffer from recurring infections. A very simple solution may be on the horizon.