With help of victims from 1849, scientists decode early strain of cholera January 8, 2014 Using bits of human intestine stored in a Philadelphia medical museum in 1849, scientists have…
How to motivate yourself all year long January 8, 2014 Many of us make New Year’s resolutions at the onset of each new year, but research shows that very…
This ancient martial art can fight disease, calm the mind and slow aging January 8, 2014 Like yoga, tai chi is a type of moving meditation – a gentle exercise that focuses on the breath…
HMS to Oversee Undiagnosed Diseases Network January 7, 2014 Effort to build upon successful NIH-based program
Labeling food with 'stop' or 'go' colors might spur healthier diet January 7, 2014 Hospitals might be able to coax cafeteria customers to buy healthier food by adjusting item…
Bedroom-invading smartphones jumble body's sleep rhythms January 7, 2014 Using a smartphone, tablet or laptop at bedtime may be staving off sleep, according to HMS…
Doctor: Rules and regulations of medical marijuana in New England January 7, 2014 Kevin Hill, assistant professor of psychiatry at McLean Hospital, was a guest on NECN to discuss…
Eight million lives saved since U.S. alarm on smoking 50 years ago January 7, 2014 Fifty years later, smoking rates have been cut by about half, and a new study estimates that 8…
HMS Receives $90 Million from Ludwig Cancer Research January 6, 2014 Gift reflects a portion of $540 million divided among six academic institutions, including MIT.
Harvard, MIT work on cancer boosted January 6, 2014 An American shipping magnate’s trust will announce on Monday one of the largest philanthropic…
Scammers take aim at aging population January 6, 2014 Financial exploitation of seniors is expected to grow as the population ages, but advocates are…
