Articles By Matthew Mientka
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Military Caregivers Face Greater Health Problems, Often Lack Insurance
Although those who care for America's military veterans — spouses, parents, and family members — provide $3 billion in annual labor, nearly one in three lacks health insurance while also facing greater health problems. -
Vacations May Bring Greater Health, Over Time
Some evidence suggests people who take vacations live longer with fewer heart problems. Problem is, vacations are rare in America — even for those afforded them. -
HPV Does Not Worsen Head, Neck, And Throat Cancers
New findings on the cancer treatment outcomes of patients with human papilloma virus may change clinical practice. -
Money Spent On Life Experiences Brings Happiness
In the pursuit of happiness, life experiences matter more than the acquisition of material objects. -
Identical Twin Brothers Found Dead In Home — Not Seen Alive Since 2011
Police in Michigan are investigating another grisly at-home death discovered years afterward. In Chattanooga, a pair of identical twins were found this weekend after last being seen alive in 2011. -
Ditch The Short Shorts: Excessive Running May Shorten Your Life
Long-distance runners and those living a sedentary lifestyle share something in common: a shortened lifespan. -
New Brain Diagram Could Offer Insights Into Psychiatric Disorders
A massive new dataset freely available online describes the workings of the mammalian brain. -
FDA Wants Generic Drugmakers Responsible For Labeling Updates
The Food and Drug Administration wants to effectively return the same liability held by generic drugmakers three years ago before the Supreme Court ruled to limit liability based on present rules. -
‘Pro-Ana’ Bracelets Allow Girls To Express Their Anorexic ‘Pride’ [VIDEO]
One website promoting unhealthy dieting behaviors associated with anorexia (and bulimia ) nervosa is selling red bracelets to allow wearers to express their "pro-ana" pride. -
Arizona’s Abortion Pill Restrictions Upheld As Constitutional
Arizona's tough new restrictions on abortion-inducing drugs was upheld on Monday by a federal judge who said the challenge — brought by Planned Parenthood and friends — would not likely pass "constitutional" muster in court. -
Mammograms Mostly Unnecessary For Women 75 And Older
Most women over age 75 may not need mammograms unless they expect to live a decade or so longer, U.S. researchers say after reviewing medical literature. -
Church Sells Holy Olive Oil As Cure For Schizophrenia, Cancer, And More
Forget organic or locally grown: An evangelical church says its olive oil may cure ailments from cancer to relationship problems.
