May 19, 2013: Sleep Apnea in Seniors Tied to Alzheimer's in Study
Connection appeared strongest among thinner people, researcher says

May 17, 2013: Alcoholics Who Smoke May Face Early Brain Aging
Small study didn't find effect in former or never-smokers

May 17, 2013: Cellphone Use May Reveal Your 'Dominant Brain'
People with left-brain dominance tend to listen with right ear, and vice-versa, study finds

May 16, 2013: Depression May Boost Stroke Risk in Middle-Aged Women, Too
Although risk is still low, Australian study found it nearly doubled for depressed women in their 40s and 50s

May 16, 2013: Heart Risks Last Beyond Hospital Discharge, Study Finds
Likelihood of death, readmission remains high for more than 30 days after heart failure, heart attack

May 16, 2013: High-Frequency Noise Boosts Math Skills in Study
But the treatment isn't ready for prime time yet, expert says

May 15, 2013: Multiple Head Injuries Raise Soldiers' Suicide Risk, Study Finds
20 percent of those with two or more brain traumas had thoughts of killing themselves

May 15, 2013: Some Types of Skin Cancer Linked to Lower Chances of Alzheimer's
A weak immune response might allow skin cancer but protect brain from inflammation, expert suggests

May 14, 2013: Kids With Autism May Perceive Movement More Quickly
Researchers say this might lead to sensory overload

May 14, 2013: Even Low Levels of Lead Hamper Kindergartners' Reading Skills: Study
Some experts say no level of exposure is safe, push for zero tolerance from CDC

May 14, 2013: Experimental Drug Seems to Aid Memory in Mice With Alzheimer's
Study found increased levels of proteins that form connections responsible for learning, memory

May 13, 2013: How to Quickly Spot Signs of Stroke: Experts
Prompt recognition and treatment offer best chance of full recovery

May 13, 2013: Brain Anatomy in Dyslexics Varies By Gender, Study Finds
Discovery suggests interventions for reading disability need to be tailored accordingly

May 13, 2013: Size of Frontal Lobes May Not Matter for Brain Power: Study
Networks linking many different regions most important for human intelligence, researchers say

May 13, 2013: Daily Gene Rhythms May Be Off in Depressed People
Study found 'clock' in brain was disrupted in autopsies of those who suffered mental disorder at time of death

May 09, 2013: Many Seniors Suffer Mental Decline in Silence: CDC
While 1 in 8 has memory problems and confusion, too few seek help

May 09, 2013: Eating Peppers Tied to Lower Parkinson's Risk, Study Finds
Vegetables that contain nicotine may offer some protection, research suggests

May 09, 2013: Everyday Noise Levels May Affect the Heart
Even not-so-loud sounds seemed to raise people's heart rate in small study

May 08, 2013: Scientists Explore Secrets of the Well-Hit Fastball
Human brain 'predicts' the path of objects hurtling toward it, researchers report

May 08, 2013: High Blood Sugar May Add to Alzheimer's Risk: Study
Brain scans suggest possible link between the two

May 06, 2013: Blacks May Face Higher Risk of MS Than Whites
Study finding contradicts common belief that the opposite is true

May 06, 2013: Living Long May Protect Against Early Alzheimer's, Study Finds
Dementia starts later in families with exceptional longevity, researchers say

May 06, 2013: FDA Warns Pregnant Women About Migraine Drugs
Medicines containing valproate linked to lower IQs in children, agency says

May 06, 2013: Flame-Retardant Chemicals Could Be Toxic to Kids
Study tied exposure in womb to hyperactivity, lower IQ

May 06, 2013: High School Football Players Often Not Deterred by Head Injury
Knowing dangers of concussion not enough to keep many teens on sidelines, survey finds

May 03, 2013: Centenarians a Happy Lot, Survey Says
But aging baby boomers less content, wish they'd taken more chances in their lives

May 02, 2013: 'What's Bad for the Heart Also Bad for the Brain'
Smoking, diabetes, other things that harm physical health linked to poorer mental function, study says

May 02, 2013: Brain Wiring May Explain Unhealthy Obsession With Looks
Scans show abnormal circuitry in people who fixate on their flaws, real or imagined

May 02, 2013: Brain Differences Seen in Kids With Conduct Problems
Specifically, they reacted less to images of people in pain during study

May 02, 2013: Implanted Device May Predict Epilepsy Seizures, Study Suggests
Patients who don't respond to drugs might benefit, but larger trials needed

May 01, 2013: Video Game May Help Keep Aging Brains Sharp
Older gamers may gain more mentally than crossword puzzle solvers, study suggests

May 01, 2013: General Anesthesia Not Linked to Raised Risk for Dementia
No long-term mental changes associated with the procedure in older surgical patients, study says

May 01, 2013: Girls With Autism May Need Different Treatments Than Boys
New studies highlight variations in symptoms, genetic makeup

April 30, 2013: For Some Seniors With Skin Cancer, Surgery Not Always Best Choice
Risk of complications may outweigh benefits for frail elderly who do not have melanoma, study suggests

April 30, 2013: Paralyzed Patient Moves Prosthetic Arm With Her Mind
Experimental robotic technology may someday help people with amputations as well, experts hope

April 29, 2013: Why Johnny Can't Add, Even After Tutoring
Brain structure may predict math improvement more than intelligence, study finds

April 29, 2013: Mediterranean Diet Might Help Stave Off Dementia
Large study showed better retention of mental skills in seniors who had followed it

April 29, 2013: Sex Lives Often an Overlooked Casualty of Traumatic Brain Injury
Researchers say a more holistic approach to therapy would help patients and families

April 26, 2013: Psychopaths May Lack Capacity for Empathy
Brain imaging study compared prison inmates

April 26, 2013: Magnetic Brain Stimulation May Temporarily Dull Nicotine Craving
Early study tested the noninvasive treatment on smokers

April 26, 2013: Health Tip: Watch for Signs of Elder Abuse
Including taking drugs or drinking

April 25, 2013: Study Explores the Cost of Creativity
Some people with laser focus may miss big-picture details, research suggests

April 25, 2013: Bipolar Disorder Drugs May 'Tweak' Genes Affecting Brain
Study offers clues on causes of condition and how commonly prescribed meds work

April 25, 2013: Gene Studies Could Point to New Alzheimer's Treatments
Research focuses on changes in immune cell activity within the brain

April 25, 2013: Kids' Concussion Recovery Varies by Symptom Severity: Study
Identifying which factors lead to longer recoveries may improve treatment

April 24, 2013: Ingredient in New MS Drug Linked to Serious Brain Disease
Reports found four psoriasis patients who took similar drug developed rare but sometimes deadly condition

April 24, 2013: Can You Feel Empathy for a Robot?
Researchers try to capture bond between humans, mechanical companions

April 23, 2013: Prenatal Use of Common Epilepsy Drug Tied to Higher Autism Risk
Large Danish study looked at children of women who took valproate in pregnancy

April 23, 2013: Shrinkage of Brain Region May Signal Onset of Multiple Sclerosis
Study tied changes in thalamus to tell-tale MS sign

April 18, 2013: Your Autoantibody 'Profile' Might Someday Help Spot Illness
Differences showed up in study of people with conditions including Alzheimer's, breast cancer