Articles By John Ericson
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Blood Flows Faster With 'Mini Hearts' [VIDEO]
'Mini hearts' made from a patient's own cardiac muscle cells could improve treatment for a range of chronic diseases. -
Should The US Ban All Branding On Cigarette Packaging?
Britain is set to become the second nation to mandate plain packaging for cigarettes, and the arguments against it aren't great. -
What Tweets Can Tell Us About Migraines
Twitter can help physicians and researchers track migraine sufferers' pain in real-time, a new study finds. -
Fertility Treatment Does Not Raise Your Risk Of Breast Cancer
Fertility treatments like clomiphene citrate and gonadotropins do not raise a woman's risk of breast cancer, a new study finds. -
We're Going To Know How Much Doctors Get Paid, And Some Groups Aren't Happy About It
A federal court order makes Medicare reimbursement data subject to the Freedom of Information Act, raising privacy concerns among professional groups. -
Expert Says Self-Checking For Breast Cancer May Do More Harm Than Good
Breast cancer self-examinations promoted by awareness campaigns may lead to unnecessary suffering and anxiety among participating women, according to one expert. -
Are You A Pessimist? Blame Your Brain
Brain scans point to a hardwired biological difference in brain activity between positive and negative thinkers. -
US Seniors More Comfortable Talking About Death Than Ever Before
A record number of elderly Americans are completing living wills and appointing health care surrogates for end-of-life decisions, a new study finds. -
Men Who Live Alone Face Heightened Risk For Skin Cancer Death
Men living alone have a significantly higher risk of dying from skin cancer compared to women and men who live with partners, a new study finds. -
'3D Research' Spots Likely Culprit Behind Spread Of Colon Cancer
PLAC8, a poorly understood protein, may be a driving factor behind the spread of colon cancer, a new study finds. -
Possible Treatment For Gluten Intolerance, Celiac Disease Discovered
People with celiac disease or other types of gluten intolerance may soon find relief from symptoms, thanks to a molecule called elafin. -
Your Spring Allergies May Be Triggered By Stress, Not Pollen
Spring allergy flare-ups may be triggered by everyday stress elements, a new study finds.
