Experiments on mice, conducted at the University of California, San Diego, have shown that chronic stress triggers the production and accumulation of insoluble tau proteins in brain cells. Full story

Until recently, there has been a prejudice in medicine, saying that female heart attacks are often somatic in nature, when the feelings are unconsciously converted into physical symptoms. It has not been found so far that heart diseases in men and women develop differently. Full story

Pathogenic strains of Fusarium fungus, which are present in a usual bathroom can be a source of infections, U.S. researchers say. Full story

High levels of such microelements as selenium and nickel in the body can help reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer. Full story

A group of Italian, Serbian and Spanish researchers believe that strawberries may reduce to a minimum the damage to gastric mucosa caused by alcohol. Full story

Female excessive hairiness is not just a cosmetic problem. British doctors say it could be a sign of a serious illness. Full story