Grafting tissue to help the body heal and cover flaws is nothing new—but it’s not as common to hear about transplanting tissues for your eyes. However, medical technology has advanced far enough for a procedure called Amniotic...
Stem cells have an amazing ability to regenerate healthy blood cells, a useful characteristic for life-threatening diseases like leukemia. However, it’s important to note that stem cell therapy has both proven and experimental uses....
Are chronic hand tremors normal or signs of a nervous breakdown? If you ever wonder why your hands shake involuntarily, you're not alone.Every day, as many as 10 million Americans suffer from something called essential tremor, or chronic hand...
Some people think that the only reason to do ab exercises is to look good in a bathing suit. However, there are many health benefits to abdominal exercises that go beyond looks.Here is a concrete list of eight real...
More and more people are using electric toothbrushes. Dentists recommend them, especially for people who scrub their teeth too much or not enough with regular toothbrushes. If you've been searching, this guide will help you find the best electric...
These days, doctors hand out antibiotics quite often, which leads to antibiotic overuse and therefore, antibiotic resistance. However, how common can bacterial infections really be?Some of the most common reasons for giving out antibiotics are sinus infections, strep throat, and...
Think back to all the places you visit in a week: stores, restaurants, work, your child’s school. How many germs do you think are lurking there? Did you clean your hands afterward?You might not want to think about...
Want to know how to avoid heart trouble? You can start by asking a nurse. Or, better yet, about 84,000 nurses. A 14-year study of 84,129 nurses -- published in the New England Journal of Medicine -- provides a...