Mothers who want to keep their children off drugs later in life should start early – very early – suggests a Duke University study in conjunction with Australia’s University of Adelaide. The study results suggest that by being attentive and nurturing early in a child’s development, mothers can cause changes at the brain level that [...]
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) recently released a new smartphone app which it hopes will lead to fewer impaired drivers getting behind the wheel. Called "Show Me My Buzz," the app is currently available for Androids and iPhones.
Comprehensive, well-funded anti-tobacco programs geared toward adults have also been found to reduce adolescent smoking, according to a new study. As policymakers face pressure to reduce spending on anti-smoking programs, this bonus effect should be kept in mind.
There has been an increased focus as of late on the importance of exercise for a healthy lifestyle, especially as first lady Michelle Obama has made obesity in children her mission. Doctors have known for years that a healthy level of activity in life is good for the brain, the heart and the body in [...]
