Bellyaches, head bumps and pain are all ailments that children complain about and parents fret over. But do they always …
New York City Council Considers Banning Happy Meal Toys
Looks like San Francisco’s city officials, who voted in November to ban toys from most McDonald’s Happy Meals, have inspired legislators in New York City too.
Why Pot Smokers Are Paranoid
Paranoia is one of the most unpleasant “side effects” of marijuana. It’s also a key experience shared by marijuana smokers and people with schizophrenia. But exactly how does smoking a joint cause the feeling that dark forces are …
Why Medical Records Should Include Patients’ Sexual Orientation
Many factors that can affect a person’s medical needs and risks — like age, race and income — are included in studies of health, but others like sexual orientation and gender identity are not. Now a new report from the …
When Parents Favor One Kid Over the Other, Is It Okay to Admit It?
The Internet is a dangerous place for kids. Sickos hover in chat rooms, pornographic sites titillate, cyberbullies lurk. But last month, the enemy assumed an unexpected form: mom.
Can Eating Strawberries Prevent Cancer?
When it comes to preventing cancer, can what you eat make a difference?