MNT daily newsletter - February 19, 2018

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Anxiety / Stress
It's official: Pets benefit our mental health
A systematic review of existing studies lists the many ways in which pets provide people with mental health issues some much-needed comfort.


Autism
New blood test predicts autism with 92 percent accuracy
Scientists have designed a test they believe is the first of its kind. Using blood and urine samples, the test correctly identified autism in children.


Biology / Biochemistry
'Too much' brain calcium may cause Parkinson's
Calcium may affect how alpha-synuclein — a protein linked to Parkinson's — interacts with structures important for chemical signaling between brain cells.


Bipolar
It's official: Pets benefit our mental health
A systematic review of existing studies lists the many ways in which pets provide people with mental health issues some much-needed comfort.


Bones / Orthopedics
What are the symptoms of a broken foot?
A look at the symptoms that can be a sign that a foot bone is broken. Included is detail on the structure of the foot and how a broken bone is diagnosed.


Depression
It's official: Pets benefit our mental health
A systematic review of existing studies lists the many ways in which pets provide people with mental health issues some much-needed comfort.


Dermatology
How to remove a pimple in your ear
Learn about what causes pimples in the ear, and how to remove and prevent them. We also look at the different types of bumps you might find in your ear.


Ear, Nose and Throat
How to remove a pimple in your ear
Learn about what causes pimples in the ear, and how to remove and prevent them. We also look at the different types of bumps you might find in your ear.


Fertility
Drinking soda daily may harm your fertility
Researchers have uncovered a link between conception and soda: drinking it daily could harm your chances of becoming pregnant. This goes for men and women.


Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness
Cutting back on carbs could help treat fatty liver disease
A new study reveals how reducing the intake of carbohydrates could help to reduce the buildup of liver fat in people who are obese.


Liver Disease / Hepatitis
Cutting back on carbs could help treat fatty liver disease
A new study reveals how reducing the intake of carbohydrates could help to reduce the buildup of liver fat in people who are obese.


Medical Devices / Diagnostics
New blood test predicts autism with 92 percent accuracy
Scientists have designed a test they believe is the first of its kind. Using blood and urine samples, the test correctly identified autism in children.


Menopause
Can a vagina be too tight?
Sometimes women feel vaginal tightness, but can a vagina be too tight? Included is detail on how the vagina changes during the course of a woman's life.


Men's Health
Why does the penis change color?
A look at purple penis, a color change that most often occurs during arousal. Learn more about the other potential causes and what to do here.
What are the effects of an enlarged prostate on sex?
Learn about how benign prostatic hyperplasia can affect sexual function. We look at the effects and treatment options, including surgery, here.


Neurology / Neuroscience
'Too much' brain calcium may cause Parkinson's
Calcium may affect how alpha-synuclein — a protein linked to Parkinson's — interacts with structures important for chemical signaling between brain cells.


Nutrition / Diet
Cutting back on carbs could help treat fatty liver disease
A new study reveals how reducing the intake of carbohydrates could help to reduce the buildup of liver fat in people who are obese.
Drinking soda daily may harm your fertility
Researchers have uncovered a link between conception and soda: drinking it daily could harm your chances of becoming pregnant. This goes for men and women.


Parkinson's Disease
'Too much' brain calcium may cause Parkinson's
Calcium may affect how alpha-synuclein — a protein linked to Parkinson's — interacts with structures important for chemical signaling between brain cells.


Pediatrics / Children's Health
New blood test predicts autism with 92 percent accuracy
Scientists have designed a test they believe is the first of its kind. Using blood and urine samples, the test correctly identified autism in children.


Pregnancy / Obstetrics
Can a vagina be too tight?
Sometimes women feel vaginal tightness, but can a vagina be too tight? Included is detail on how the vagina changes during the course of a woman's life.
Drinking soda daily may harm your fertility
Researchers have uncovered a link between conception and soda: drinking it daily could harm your chances of becoming pregnant. This goes for men and women.


Psychology / Psychiatry
It's official: Pets benefit our mental health
A systematic review of existing studies lists the many ways in which pets provide people with mental health issues some much-needed comfort.


Sexual Health / STDs
Why does the penis change color?
A look at purple penis, a color change that most often occurs during arousal. Learn more about the other potential causes and what to do here.
Can a vagina be too tight?
Sometimes women feel vaginal tightness, but can a vagina be too tight? Included is detail on how the vagina changes during the course of a woman's life.
What are the effects of an enlarged prostate on sex?
Learn about how benign prostatic hyperplasia can affect sexual function. We look at the effects and treatment options, including surgery, here.


Sports Medicine / Fitness
What are the symptoms of a broken foot?
A look at the symptoms that can be a sign that a foot bone is broken. Included is detail on the structure of the foot and how a broken bone is diagnosed.


Urology / Nephrology
What are the effects of an enlarged prostate on sex?
Learn about how benign prostatic hyperplasia can affect sexual function. We look at the effects and treatment options, including surgery, here.


Women's Health / Gynecology
Can a vagina be too tight?
Sometimes women feel vaginal tightness, but can a vagina be too tight? Included is detail on how the vagina changes during the course of a woman's life.


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