One in five Americans doesn’t have a personal GP, according to a report from the Kaiser Family Foundation. A new study has found that sticking to the same GP can prolong a patient’s life significantly. Researchers found that going to the same doctor when having a health issue can reduce the risk of early death. […]

Many states have legalized recreational marijuana in recent years, but few people are aware that pot use is addictive. Public health experts have known for years about the addiction, including its withdrawal symptoms and psychological dependence. Healthcare professionals warn that marijuana addiction is on the rise because of the genetically tweaked pot plants that are […]

Experts warn that President Donald Trump’s recently rescinded policy to separate illegal immigrant children from their parents at the border could create toxic stress for the little ones. Trump rolled back the policy on Wednesday. However, more than 2,000 people were separated at the border, an incident which could scar them for life, experts warn. […]

When packing your suitcase this summer ensure that you’ll take the essential products for a sun-smart vacation. The first must-have products are antioxidants along with a mineral sunscreen. It is worth noting that SPF 30 products will block just 97% of harmful UV rays, but the remainder can still lead to the production of the pesky […]

A new meta-analysis has found a link between marriage and a lower risk of having a heart attack or being diagnosed with heart disease. The new study is based on data from 34 other research papers which involved two million people. Researchers found that people who were not married, including the widowed and divorcees, had […]

A new study has found a link between insecure work and a higher risk of cancer in the Millennial generation when compared with older generations. The study also found that Millennials are more likely to develop diabetes and heart disease than their parents are. Researchers at the Health Foundation found that adults in their 20s […]

A new study has found that the flavorings in e-cigarette liquids can negatively affect your blood vessels and damage your heart. The study appeared this week in the American Heart Association’s journal Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology. E-cigarettes are electronic devices that heat a liquid containing flavor additives and nicotine to produce a vapor that […]

Massachusetts has sued Purdue Pharma, the maker of an extremely potent painkiller called OxyContin, along with the company’s executives, accusing them of being behind a “web of illegal deceit” that fueled the state’s drug abuse crisis. It is not the first time a state sues the drug maker, but Massachusetts is the first state to […]

New research has found that baby’s teeth can offer a strong hint that the baby might have autism. New York researchers found that the way baby’s teeth grow can unveil if children suffer from the disorder. Study authors focused on how babies’ bodies metabolize metals. They analyzed the teeth of 200 babies from Sweden. The […]