Study of pre-teens yields surprises about alcohol, tobacco and marijuana

Even at age 9 or 10, as many as 10% of children are curious about using substances, and many parents haven’t made specific rules or say kids’ access at home would be easy.
Even at age 9 or 10, as many as 10% of children are curious about using substances, and many parents haven’t made specific rules or say kids’ access at home would be easy.
A study in worms provides new clues about the role of serotonin and dopamine in aging.
The Kobayashis are siblings, best friends – and now – colleagues.
Young patients had same pain control, but took home far less opioid medication, after standard prescription size in hospital computer system was lowered based on evidence of actual use.
Here's what young people, parents, peers, teachers and co-workers need to look for, and what to do.
A radiologist shares ways to address the scarcity of this tool for diagnostic imaging.
In mice, researchers have discovered the presence of oncostreams, highly active cells connected to how brain tumors grow and invade healthy tissue.
A life-threatening diagnosis at age 5 and compassionate care throughout childhood inspired Blake Hardin to pursue medicine.
In 152 hospitals, efforts to treat sepsis faster have not resulted in antibiotic overuse.
Preliminary report of data shows steady level of virtual visits substituting for in-person visits.