February 08, 2012: Electrical Brain Stimulation May Strengthen Memory, Study Says
Preliminary results suggest method might hold promise for dementia patients

February 03, 2012: Could a Blood Test Help Spot Depression?
Small study suggests 'biomarker' levels might help support a diagnosis, but more research needed

February 02, 2012: Pleasure in Scratching an Itch May Depend on Location
Sensation is especially intense in ankles, researchers say

February 02, 2012: Mouse Study Suggests Alzheimer's Spreads Through Brain Like an Infection
If validated, finding might open doors to new therapies, even a vaccine, experts say

February 02, 2012: Scientists May Be Closer to Developing 'Red Wine' Drug
Resveratrol's secrets revealed in work with mice

February 02, 2012: Same Genes Key to Early & Late-Onset Alzheimer's: Study
Individual risk factors may influence when the brain disorder develops, researchers say

February 01, 2012: Type 1 Diabetes Treatment Disappoints in Trial
Vaccine-based approach didn't affect insulin needs or other markers

February 01, 2012: Experimental Drug Might Beat Aspirin in Preventing Repeat Strokes: Study
It's not yet FDA-approved, but apixaban cut clot risk caused by abnormal heartbeat

February 01, 2012: Scientists Use Brain Waves to Eavesdrop on the Mind
Computer model seeks to decode heard language, but research is preliminary

February 01, 2012: Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise for Stroke, Studies Say
Patients may regain some function after treatment, preliminary research suggests

January 31, 2012: Stem Cells May Further Hepatitis C Research
Using liver-like cells, scientists hope to learn how some people resist infection

January 31, 2012: U.S. Advisers Explain Request to Censor Bird Flu Research
Published details of experiments could be used for harmful purposes, experts warn

January 30, 2012: Ultrasound As a Male Contraceptive?
High-frequency treatment lowered sperm counts in rats, study says

January 27, 2012: Native Americans May Have Trekked From Siberia
Anthropologists trace origins to region known as the Altai

January 27, 2012: People May Lie More When Texting: Study
Researchers suggest it's easier to deceive than when in person or during video chat

January 27, 2012: Test Might Predict Risk of Lung Cancer's Return
But it's not clear yet how helpful the molecular exam will be, experts say

January 25, 2012: Active Ingredient in Viagra Shrunk Disfiguring Growths in Kids
But, the finding is preliminary and the treatment is expensive, researchers note

January 25, 2012: Oldest Known Dinosaur Nesting Site Found
Containing fossilized eggs and tiny footprints, it's estimated to be 190 million years old

January 24, 2012: Could 'Magic' Mushrooms Ease Depression?
Small studies found key ingredient lowered activity in areas of brain linked to mood disorder

January 23, 2012: Small Stem Cell Study Claims Early Success in Treating Eye Disease
Two patients appeared to benefit from therapy for macular degeneration

January 23, 2012: New Genetic Clues to Breast Cancer?
Researchers say they've identified three more genomic regions associated with the disease

January 20, 2012: Scientists Agree to Delay Controversial Bird Flu Research
Fears that altered virus could escape from lab or be used by bioterrorists feeds debate

January 19, 2012: Can Coffee Really Thwart Type 2 Diabetes?
Three potentially beneficial compounds identified in lab study

January 18, 2012: New Drug Combo for Hepatitis C Shows Promise
Called 'watershed' research, study reports success with oral meds

January 18, 2012: Melanoma Drug's Link to Other Skin Cancers Identified
New study suggests ways around the risk for patients

January 18, 2012: U.S. Wants to Buttress Alzheimer's Arsenal by 2025
Left unchecked, the number of Alzheimer's patients could triple by 2050, experts say

January 18, 2012: Experimental Drug Might Help Some a Bit With Colon Cancer
Drug extended survival by one month in those with advanced disease

January 17, 2012: Experimental Blood Thinner Given Before Surgery Shows Benefit
Cangrelor has potential to reduce clot risk with low bleeding problems in heart patients, study finds

January 17, 2012: U.S. Wants to Buttress Alzheimer's Arsenal by 2025
Left unchecked, the number of Alzheimer's patients could triple by 2050, experts say

January 17, 2012: Knee Arthritis May Speed Up Process Linked to Cell Aging
People with osteoarthritis have increased cell deterioration nearest to damaged joint, study finds

January 17, 2012: Heavier Ex-NFL Players May Be Prone to Brain Decline
But experts say the new study findings may not include all contributing factors

January 17, 2012: Drug Duo May Help Fight Aggressive Form of Breast Cancer
Response rate increased with two-drug approach, researchers report

January 16, 2012: Your Taste for Fat May Reside in Your Genes
Individual sensitivity might influence what and how much you eat, small study suggests

January 13, 2012: Salt Water Won't Stop Python Invasion in Florida: Experts
Burmese snakes survived in salty environment, suggesting they might spread from Everglades

January 13, 2012: 'Exoskeleton' Helps Paralyzed Stand, Take Steps
More research needed to see if it strengthens muscles, experts say

January 12, 2012: Does Deodorant Ingredient Affect Breast Cancer Risk?
Small study finds suspect chemical even in women who never used the product, further muddying the debate

January 11, 2012: Gene Research Sheds Light on Rare Immune Disease
One symptom, cold urticaria, is a potentially serious disorder triggered by exposure to low temperatures

January 11, 2012: Mouse Study Give Clues to Why Exercise Is Healthy
Naturally occurring muscle protein has 'clear therapeutic potential,' researcher says

January 11, 2012: Tests Might Someday Help Spot Early Lung Cancer
Tissue samples, sensitive blood analyses show promise for early diagnosis, treatment

January 11, 2012: Novel Stem Cell Treatment May Hold Promise for Type 1 Diabetes
Scientists try to 're-educate' patient's immune cells to begin producing insulin

January 10, 2012: Autism Gastro Problems May Be Linked to Gut Bacteria
Study found children with the disorder have different type of microbes in stomach than other kids

January 10, 2012: Mixed News on Tough-to-Treat Lung Cancer
One drug made little difference, another showed promise in mice with genetic mutation

January 10, 2012: Alzheimer's Med Seems Ineffective in Those With Down Syndrome
Patients taking memantine had more serious adverse events than those given placebo

January 09, 2012: Nicotine Patches, Gums Won't Help Smokers Quit Long-Term: Study
Researchers say finding underscores real-world challenges facing those looking to quit

January 06, 2012: Mice Exposed to Smoke Helped by Blood Pressure Drug: Study
Research may hold hope for treating smoking-related lung diseases in humans

January 05, 2012: Scientists Create First Monkeys With Mixed Genomes
Genetic material from six genomes made babies, researchers report

January 04, 2012: Potential Herpes Vaccine Disappoints Researchers
Only partially effective against one type of virus, ineffective against second type, study found

January 04, 2012: Novel Hepatitis C Vaccine Shows Some Early Promise
But any clinically valuable treatment is years away, researchers say

January 04, 2012: MRI Scans Show Brain Changes in Kids With Schizophrenia
Progressive loss of gray matter linked to worse prognosis for young patients, researchers say

January 03, 2012: Changes in Cerebrospinal Fluid May Signal Early Alzheimer's
Study found they preceded actual development of disease by 5 to 10 years