Wellness
Play sports for a healthier brain
A new study shows that, in the absence of injury, athletes across a variety of sports - including football, soccer and hockey - have healthier brains than non-athletes
Have you found meaning in life? Answer determines health and well-being
The study found the presence of meaning in life is associated with better physical and mental well-being.
How extreme environmental conditions affect the human brain
The researchers found changes to the dentate gyrus, an area of the hippocampus responsible for spatial thinking and memory
Play sports for a healthier brain
A new study shows that, in the absence of injury, athletes across a variety of sports - including football, soccer and hockey - have healthier brains than non-athletes
How much will we eat in the future?
Researchers at Göttingen University investigate the relationship between our body size and human global calorie demand.
Did you know about these 7 benefits of Pilates?
Trying Pilates at least once in your life is a must. Here´s why
Investigational drugs reduce risk of death from Ebola virus disease
The investigational therapeutics mAb114 and REGN-EB3 offer patients a greater chance of surviving the Ebola virus disease (EVD).
Latin America and the fight against AIDS
On December 1st, World AIDS Day is celebrated, and from LatinAmerican Post we tell you about the situation in Latin America.
Guidebooks or grandmas? Where to get pregnancy advice
Most pregnant women still rely on their mothers for emotional support and guidance, although books argue about a "generational disconnect".
Dance and sexual violence: a little explored relationship
Catherine Busk talks about the importance that the movement can have in treating women victims of sexual violence in the context of the Colombian conflict
Is someone you know being victim of abuse?
Here are some signs that someone you know is being a victim of abuse and a few ways in which you could help her.
New type of e-cigarette vaping injury described in CMAJ
A lung injury related to e-cigarette use in a 17-year-old Canadian may be the first documented case of a new form of damage from vaping products.
Daily cannabis use lowers odds of using illicit opioids among people who have chronic pain
For those using illicit opioids to manage their chronic pain, cannabis may be a beneficial - and a less dangerous - alternative.
Living in ethnic enclaves may improve pregnancy outcomes
Asian/Pacific Islander women living in ethnic enclaves in the United States are less likely to have pregnancy or birth complications.
Chileans create vaccine against Hantavirus
The carrier of the virus is mainly the long-tailed mouse (Oligoryzomis longicaudatus) inhabiting the southern forests of South America.
Trying to help parents decide to vaccinate kids against HPV?
Health campaigns on social media aimed at increasing human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination may see greater success, if they inject a narrative into information-based posts
What makes a happy working mom?
New research shows that the well-being of a working mum depends more on whether her own psychological needs are met rather than the temperament of her baby
Mexico, a country with many problems but without rage
Mexico is the first country in the world declared free of rabies in humans transmitted by dogs, according to the World Health Organization.
Healthy sleep brain-waves are similar to earthquakes
Findings link healthy sleep to brain-wave bursts that mathematically mimic earthquakes.
People who cannot read may be three times as likely to develop dementia
The study provides more evidence that reading and writing may be important factors in helping maintain a healthy brain.
A potential new way to diagnose male infertility and pharmaceutical treatment options
It can take a year or longer of trial and error for a doctor to determine if a man is infertile but new research could change that
Is there finally a solution to the poor state of mental health in Latin America?
Mental instability has proven to be a significant problem globally. And, it’s costly
Australian women turning to cannabis to treat endometriosis symptoms
A new study has found one in eight Australian women with endometriosis use cannabis to alleviate pain and other symptoms
Virginity testing is still a thing is some parts of the world
This practice has been used historically to torture and punish young women in some parts of the world.
Anorexia nervosa comes in all sizes, including plus size
Patients with atypical anorexia nervosa are as likely as underweight patients to suffer from bradycardia, and other complications.
Blood test can help spot ovarian cancer
The study says that clinical guidelines could now be improved to ensure urgent referrals are made for women most at risk.
In Colombia, women are the best peacebuilders
Cleiner Almanza, leader of Corporación Mujer Sigue Mis Pasos, told us how women in Colombia have been responsible for building peace among themselves.
Evidence that tobacco smoking increases risk of depression and schizophrenia
Researchers have found that tobacco smoking may increase your risk of developing depression and schizophrenia
Anger, anxiety, insomnia: Tweets from Twitter users could predict loneliness
Social media has the potential to allow researchers and clinicians to passively measure loneliness over time.
Women at higher risk of feeling chronic pain
Higher frequency of some chronic diseases, worse functional state, psychological stress, and less physical activity can explain the risk in women.
Dysthymia: the disease of bad mood
Dysthymia is compromised with global functioning, but not to the point of severe depression.
A mother's warmth, sensitivity can mitigate obesity risk factors in infants
A majority of mothers in the UB study had used cigarettes, alcohol, marijuana or cocaine during pregnancy, an obesity risk factor.
Scientists may have found the reason of impulsivity
There's a circuit in the brain that appears to be associated with psychiatric disorders ranging from overeating to gambling, drug abuse, and even Parkinson's disease.
Teens who have loving bond with mother less likely to enter abusive relationships
Positive parenting behaviors help children form positive internal working models of themselves as lovable and worthy of respect.
The significance of teeth guard in Latin American football
Mouthguards are usually related to high contact sports, like rugby or American football. But, what about other sports that offer a medium risk of collision, such as soccer?
A friendly way to bleed: switch to a menstrual cup
Even though they have been around for decades, it's only today that we are starting to love them. Here's why
Narcissism can lower stress levels and reduce chances of depression
People who have grandiose narcissistic traits are more likely to be 'mentally tough', feel less stressed and are less vulnerable to depression
Obesity exacerbates many causes of death, but risks are different for men and women
Obesity is implicated in two thirds of the leading causes of death from non-communicable diseases worldwide
Women scientists author fewer invited commentaries in medical journals than men
They found that the disparity was larger for women who were further progressed in their careers
Simple test predicts dangerous pregnancy disorder
Researchers have developed a way to predict the onset of a deadly pregnancy condition that kills 76,000 women and half a million babies each year.
New chemical weapon to combat cancer
The fight against cancer involves eradicating cancer cells but current treatments inevitably have negative consequences on healthy cells.
Quiz: How much do you know about breast cancer?
In the breast cancer awareness month, test your knowledge to prevent this disease
Bolivian forager-farmers' techniques for amazing heart health
The indigenous group, known for astonishingly healthy cardiovascular systems, is seeing a split in beliefs about what makes a good life.
International day against breast cancer
Know what this disease is about, what the symptoms are and how to prevent it .
Stress during pregnancy may affect baby's sex
It's becoming well established that maternal stress during pregnancy can affect fetal and child development as well as birth outcomes.
E-cigarettes: 5 things to know
Here we tell you that these devices are unregulated with potentially dangerous effects on health and other four things you probably did not know
Scientists find gender-distinct circuit for depression
The study found out that previous research didn't include female subjects but depression drives different behaviors in women and men.
Compound in breast milk fights harmful bacteria
According to the research, breast milk not also fights harmful bacteria but also allows beneficial bacteria to thrive.
Prenatal stress could affect baby's brain
New research from King's College London has found that maternal stress before and during pregnancy could affect a baby's brain development. Find out why.