Articles By Matthew Mientka
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Pesticides May Increase Risk For Parkinson’s Disease
A new study shows that exposure to pesticides greatly increases the risk of developing Parkinson's — among those with a specific gene variant. -
An Upside To Older-Age Pregnancy: Fewer Physical Defects
Pregnancy for women of "advanced maternal age," 35 and older, brings a mixed bag that includes an elevated risk for Down syndrome but lower risk for congenital defects, according to a new study. -
Shy Kids Don't Necessarily Have Language Difficulties
Sometimes nothing is wrong with a kid's "language development." He's just shy. -
Could Tighter Regulations Lower Obesity Rates?
To fight the global obesity epidemic, medical investigators say governments should regulate aspects of their economies such as agriculture and the food industry. -
Why People With Autism Seem Withdrawn
Why are autistic people so withdrawn? Maybe because their brains produce 42 percent more information while at rest. -
What Are Hempseed Oil's Health Benefits?
As federal lawmakers consider industrial hemp in Northern Colorado, a new analysis of hempseed oil shows the solution includes sterols, aliphatic alcohols and linolenic acids — compounds known to... -
Second Cruise Ship Returns To Port Due To Norovirus
A second luxury cruise ship returned to the United States this week after a suspected norovirus outbreak sickened passengers and crew. -
Brain Imaging May Soon Allow Earlier Diagnosis Of Developmental Disabilities
Scientists say brain imaging scans may help them to estimate a child's future working memory, which in turn provides insight into future intellectual successes or challenges. -
Neanderthal DNA In Modern Man Linked To Diabetes, Other Diseases — But Also Health Benefits
Within the modern human genome, remnants of ancient DNA from the extinct Neanderthal affect conditions such as Crohn's disease, type 2 diabetes, and... thicker hair and nails. -
Purple GMO Tomatoes Coming Soon To A Grocer Near You
By introducing a gene from the snapdragon, genetic engineers have imbued the purple tomato with the healing, cancer-fighting power of compounds nature placed in less popular (and more expensive) fruits, such as blackberries and cranberries. -
The Power Of Music In Coping With Cancer
The sound of music helps children and young adults cope with high-risk cancer in a new therapeutic intervention that might also be good for standard care. -
A Baby's Growth In The Womb Could Affect Their Heart Health Outside
A new study shows that smaller growth during the first trimester of pregnancy is associated with poorer heart health later in life, perhaps given rapid cardiovascular development during the first...
