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Research provides insight into link between chronic pain and anxiety
University of Nebraska-Lincoln wins $11.3 million NIH grant to establish CIBC
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The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has earned an $11.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to establish...
Whitehead Institute scientists develop novel method for profiling mitochondrial metabolites
Common signaling pathway may control formation of tumor cells in fat, reveals Purdue study
Whitehead Institute scientists have developed a method to quickly isolate and systematically measure metabolite concentrations...
A common cell signaling pathway that controls differentiation of stem cells may also control the formation of tumor cells...
Why tall people are BETTER at sport: Height gives an advantage when guessing distances, say scientists
How breastfeeding slashes women’s risk of developing breast cancer
Tall people can accurately identify position objects like a ball The study also found people’s spatial perception was...
Nobel Prize winner Roger Tsien dies; helped track cells Roger Tsien, a University of California, San Diego professor who shared the 2008 Nobel Prize in chemistry for helping develop...
New study provides most conclusive evidence that longer period of breastfeeding increasingly cuts a woman’s risk of...
Canadian company wades into U.S. drug price debate by offering to make cheaper cancer drug A small Canadian company has waded into a U.S. drug price controversy by offering to make an expensive prostate cancer...
UN: Yellow fever outbreak in Africa isn’t a global emergency (Update)
Study shows combination drug therapy for asthma patients is safe
In this Thursday July 21, 2016 file photo, residents of the Kisenso district receive yellow fever...
A post-marketing safety study mandated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has shown that a combination drug therapy...
Heroin overdoses surge in Louisville
Study suggests persistent childbirth pain increases risk of postnatal depression
During a recent shift spent treating numerous overdoses, Dr. Robert Couch heard a similar refrain from patients: they couldn’t...
New research presented at this year’s World Congress of Anaesthesiologists (WCA) in Hong Kong (28 Aug-2 Sept) shows...
High alcohol intake associated with slightly decreased female fertility
Patients with cancer at heightened risk of injuries during diagnosis
Credit: George Hodan/public domain Women who drink 14 or more servings of alcohol a week...
Patients with cancer have heightened risks of unintentional and intentional injuries during the diagnostic process, reveal...
Concerns over glutathione skin bleaching in the UK
Walking a tightrope: Regulators balancing need for safety and flexibility in approvals for new medicines
Skin bleaching with the use of glutathione is on the rise, despite the potential ethical issues and adverse side effects...
It can be challenging for regulators to keep up with advances related to medical drugs and devices. A new analysis and editorial...
Moderate Drinking Does Not Affect Fertility
F.D.A. Orders Stronger Warning on Common Painkiller-Sedative Mix
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Study Finds Increase in Temporary Paralysis Accompanied Zika Outbreaks
11 Comics That Perfectly Sum Up Life As A Modern Single Woman
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Andrew’s funny, relatable illustrations draw inspiration from some of the most annoying realities of adulthood, from having...
Is cocoa good for you? New study may settle it
Zika funding running on empty
Even scientific research can be full of chocolatey goodness. Scientists are recruiting older men and women to take part...
August 31, 2016, 6:51 PM|Health officials say they are nearing the end of the $222 million that was allocated for domestic...
Higher than ever? New study tracks U.S. marijuana use
Hepatitis A outbreak linked to strawberries, smoothies
An increasing number of U.S. adults are using marijuana, and attitudes about the drug are shifting – fewer people perceive...
A hepatitis A outbreak involving at least 55 people in six states is linked to frozen strawberries used in smoothies served...
NASA’s GPM examines Category Four Hurricane Lester
NASA observes large eye of Hurricane Gaston
NASA Peered into Category Four Hurricane Lester using instruments aboard the Global Precipitation Measurement mission or...
NASA-NOAA’s Suomi NPP satellite passed over Hurricane Gaston as it continued to track over the open waters of the...
What your choice of smartphone says about you
Crowdsourcing can help create better science tests cheaper
Choice of smartphone provides valuable information about its owner. This is one of the findings of a doctoral study conducted...
When it comes to developing test questions, there’s the ordinary way and the fancy way. The ordinary way is to just...
Predictive tool vital to sustainable environmental futures
Sexual function problems occur after heart attack, disparities exist between men and women
A new predictive tool, which for the first time combines human perception of the environment with land-use planning and...
New research from the University of Chicago investigates what happens to men’s and women’s sexual function and...
HUD proposes lowering acceptable lead level for children
Sunovion Pharma to buy Canada’s Cynapsus for $624 million
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — The nation’s top housing official is proposing lowering the level of lead that must be detected...
(Reuters) – Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc, a unit of Japan’s Dainippon Sumitomo Pharma Co Ltd 4506.T, said it...
More Americans getting high: cannabis study
Survey: More US adults use marijuana, don’t think it’s risky
Paris (AFP) – The number of adult cannabis users in the United States increased by ten million from 2002 to 2014, said...
NEW YORK (AP) — Marijuana use is becoming more accepted among U.S. adults as states loosen pot laws, new national survey...
Many factors influence parental decisions about throat surgery
New Test Approved as Zika Spreads in US
(Reuters Health) – Better communication from doctors may help parents struggling with the decision to have their...
Government regulators have issued emergency approval for a new Zika test in an effort to halt the spread of the deadly virus,...
FDA Strengthens Warning Over Opioid/Sedative Combos
Pure oxygen in high-pressure chamber relieves symptoms of opiate withdrawal in mice
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday strengthened warnings about the danger of combining opioid painkillers...
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Ray Quock — a pharmacologist and Washington State University psychology professor — gave morphine-addicted mice...
Stanford seed grants push the boundaries of innovative energy research
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel may contain hidden symbols of female anatomy
The Precourt Institute for Energy and the TomKat Center for Sustainable Energy at Stanford have awarded 15 faculty seed grants...
Publications on the works of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel indicate that numerous codes and hidden messages may have...
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First test of oral rabies vaccine brings hope to the world’s rarest canid Research published this week in the journal Vaccine reports field trials of the oral vaccine SAG2 in Ethiopian wolves, Africa’s...
Helping farmers improve air quality RIVERSIDE, Calif. (http://www.ucr.edu) — High temperature agricultural regions are prevalent in the southern United...
UTHealth scientists discover powerful predictors of congestive heart failure
New research sheds light on underlying genetic basis of heart arrhythmias
A team of scientists at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) and Baylor College of Medicine,...
In the August 31 issue of Science Translational Medicine, new research from the University of Chicago shows how deficits...
Solution made of silver nanoparticles shows promise in healing diabetic foot ulcers
Blood flow to the brain increased by 600% during evolution, research reveals
Researchers at the UNAM save limbs 60 people from its development One of the major complications of diabetes is the appearance...
University of the Witwatersrand
ACC joins with Google to create “Ask a Doctor" to provide in-depth information about heart conditions
WSU pharmacologists find hyperbaric oxygen therapy can alleviate opiate withdrawal symptoms
American College of Cardiology
Washington State University researchers have found that treatments of pure oxygen in a highpressure chamber can relieve...
Family only learned their father died from ‘bagpipe lung’ after his story was published
Horrific moment woman removes ENORMOUS cyst from her boyfriend’s face
Case study of a 61-year-old who died of bagpipe lung was written by Wythenshawe Hospital doctors in the medical journal...
WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT Viral video shows woman pushing lumpy gunk from her boyfriend’s face It is an epidermoid...
Could You Have Rosacea—or Is Your Skin Just Red?
Alicia Keys Went to the VMAs Wearing Zero Makeup—and Looked A-FreakinMazing
There Are Quite a Few Triggers Whether it’s that takeout with a kick or your favorite hot sauce, spicy foods are known...
Sign up for Women’s Health’s new newsletter, So This Happened, to get the day’s trending stories and health...
This Is How Ashley Graham Deals with Unsolicited Dirty Pics
Western States Face Challenges Cleaning Up After Coal Mining
RELATED: Why Some Guys Send Unsolicited D*ck Pics “I really think it’s weird when they send me penis pictures,”...
Coal companies in the West have mined an area the size of New York City — more than 400 square miles. Now they have to...
Don’t Be A Slowpoke: Why Left Lane Driving Causes Traffic
Yellow fever outbreak in Africa ‘warrants continued national action and international support’: WHO
If you’ve ever yelled at a slowpoke blocking your way on the left lane of a crowded highway, your anger is now justified.
The increase in Africa’s serious yellow fever outbreak appears to have slowed but it remains a serious public health...
More rough sleepers ‘in need of psychiatric support’
Feeling heavy, light, or about right? Your genes may be to blame
Rough sleepers in England are more likely to be suffering from mental health issues and in need of psychiatric support,...
A depiction of the double helical structure of DNA. Its four coding units (A, T, C, G) are...
Building the world’s largest health study on heart-, vascular- and lung diseases
Off-hours presentation not detrimental in STEMI
During a heart attack, clots or narrowed arteries block blood flow, harming or killing cells within the tissue. But the damage...
Optimism, cynical hostility influence fall risk in women
In a study published online by JAMA Cardiology, Marco Valgimigli, M.D., Ph.D., of Bern University Hospital, Bern, Switzerland,...
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Older women who sustain facial injuries have greater risk of facial fractures, especially those who are white or Asian, while...
In a mouse model of early Parkinson’s disease (PD), animals displayed movement deficits, loss of tyrosine-hydroxylase...
Internet and mobile devices prompt positive lifestyle changes
No link to lower IQs in children of mothers who have taken newer forms of epilepsy drugs
A study that sent twice-weekly text messages to a million people in India advising them to exercise, eat less fat, and eat...
Multiple sclerosis misdiagnosis study supports improved education of clinicians Demyelination by MS. The CD68 colored tissue shows several macrophages in the area of the lesion....
The IQs of a large enough population are calculated so that they conform to a normal distribution...
Yes, I’m Always Scared When I Solo Travel Solo travelers have been described as fun and adventurous, bold and courageous. And we do, in fact, possess these qualities;...
Confessions of a Female Plastic Surgeon
Kids Proudly Show Off Their Scars In Inspiring Photo Series
Image Source Celebrities are doing it, your coworkers are doing it, and even your inner circle is doing it. Your besties,...
Parker told The Huffington Post that she felt inspired by her subjects in this series. “These kids have been dealt, by...
A cocoa study everyone might want to get a piece of
Satellites show Hurricane Madeline weakening upon approach to Hawaii
Even scientific research can be full of chocolatey goodness. Scientists are recruiting older men and women to take part...
Hurricane Madeline was a powerful Category 4 storm that has now weakened to a Category 1 storm as it nears the Big Island...
Military should address gender stereotypes when integrating combat roles, study finds
NASA’s Terra satellite sees development of Depression 15W
LAWRENCE — Even though the Defense Secretary Ash Carter earlier this year formally opened all combat jobs to women,...
Habitat is a crucial factor in survivability of released tortoises As conservationists work to recover endangered species populations, taking individuals that are maintained and protected...
Tropical Depression 15W has formed in the Northwestern Pacific Ocean and NASA’s Terra satellite passed overhead and...
New survey finds 75 percent of Americans think discrimination still an issue for women In the wake of Hillary Clinton’s historic nomination as the first woman presidential candidate of a major political...
Study suggests size of Zika epidemic may be underestimated
Alere lawsuit accuses Abbott of ‘buyer’s remorse’ in proposed merger
A study supported by FAPESP and coordinated by researchers at the São José do Rio Preto Medical School (FAMERP) in São...
By Carl O’Donnell (Reuters) – Alere Inc ALR.N alleges Abbott Laboratories ABT.N is trying to stymie its planned...
U.S. FDA strengthens warning over opioid/sedative combination
Online tools help people improve their health but need more study
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday strengthened warnings about the danger of combining opioid painkillers...
(Reuters Health) – Mobile apps and web-based programs do help people reach health goals like exercising more, losing...
Study finds strong link between Zika and Guillain-Barre
‘Not out of the woods yet’ in yellow fever outbreak in Angola, Congo: WHO
CHICAGO A comparison of rates of Guillain-Barre syndrome before and after Zika arrived in seven countries has found a...
GENEVA Some 6,000 people in Angola and Democratic Republic of Congo may be infected with yellow fever, six times the number...
Neural factors that predict adolescent alcohol use
New non-invasive method could lead to better treatment and diagnosis of migraines
The findings are published in the current issue of American Journal of Psychiatry. “Underage alcohol consumption is...
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LJI researchers reveal unanticipated way by which neutrophils defend against invading pathogens
Study collects data on 30-day mortality for breast, lung cancer patients after SACT to improve patient care
As an arm of the innate immune system, white blood cells called neutrophils form the first line of defense against invading...
For the first time, national data on 30-day mortality for patients with breast and lung cancer treated with chemotherapy...
Surveys find public awareness about heart valve disease alarmingly low in the U.S.
Genes may influence how people feel about their weight, study shows
New public opinion surveys released today by the nonprofit Alliance for Aging Research (Alliance) show that public awareness...
Do you feel overweight, about right, or too skinny? Your answer to that question may be tied to genes you inherited from...
People with migraine feel isolated, stigmatized and often dissatisfied with treatment, survey reveals
Why SINGING can help battle dementia: Neuroscientist explains how holding a tune activates crucial parts of our brain
Migraine in America 2016, a national survey by Health Union of more than 3,900 individuals experiencing migraines, reveals...
A few years ago, I was in the audience for a live radio show, when the renowned American country singer Glen Campbell took...
Junior doctors to strike AGAIN in row over controversial new contract
Menopause could be a symptom of breathlessness
Junior doctors are to stage further industrial action in the row over the controversial contract for training medics. The...
Mother-of-three Debi Roberts had lived with asthma since she was child but for most of her adult life it had little impact. She...
Why you should NEVER eat after 7pm
Revolutionary drug ‘may stop Alzheimer from ever developing’
Eating late at night is putting millions of people in danger of heart attacks and strokes, experts warn. A late-night meal...
A revolutionary drug that could stop people from ever developing Alzheimer’s disease has been unveiled by scientists. Trials...
Minnesota Cracks Down On Neonic Pesticides, Promising Aid To Bees
Drugs tested at Insite, 86% contain fentanyl
Enlarge this image Minnesota’s governor has ordered new restrictions on the use of neonicotinoid pesticides,...
A new study reveals what many in the Vancouver drug treatment community have long suspected: fentanyl is in the vast majority...
Funds to fight Zika nearly exhausted: CDC
ICU patients lose helpful gut bacteria within days of hospital admission
Aedes aegypti mosquito, which may carry the Zika virus or dengue fever. Photo courtesy CDC. ...
The microbiome of patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) at a hospital differs dramatically from that of healthy...
Forensic DNA analysis checks the origin of cultured cells
Researchers use a single molecule to command stem cells to build new bone
Mainstays of biomedical research, permanent lines of cloned cells, are used to study the biology of health and disease and...
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have discovered an easy and efficient way to coax...
Liberian malaria cases declined following mass drug administration during Ebola outbreak
Tall people have built-in advantage when it comes to spatial relations, study finds
As many as 10900 extra malaria deaths may have occurred in 2014 due to the disruption of healthcare services in the three...
Credit: BalticHurricanes/Wikipedia Tall quarterbacks might have more going for them than...
New game advances research into the microbes that play a role in our health
UN: Yellow fever outbreak in Africa isn’t a global emergency
People with similar bacteria in their guts may have similar health profiles and possibly problems....
The World Health Organization is planning emergency vaccination campaigns along the border between Angola and Congo amid...
5 Things I Learned In My First Year As A Vegan
Fact or Fiction: Does Deodorant Cause Cancer?
As a new vegan, I started to believe these reviews of vegan thought leaders, but I have yet to meet
Contrary to popular belief, no study has ever been conducted on the question: Does deodorant cause
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cancer? How then, has...
Ebola Can Stay In Survivors’ Semen Way Longer Than Expected
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Linked To 55 Cases Of Hepatitis A
A study of Ebola survivors in Liberia has revealed that some men can remain carriers of the deadly virus for more than a...
More than 50 people have been infected with hepatitis A after drinking smoothies made with contaminated Egyptian strawberries...
What You Need to Know About Turmeric
Study: Abortion pill law led to worse health outcomes
Raw Turmeric Turmeric is available as a liquid extract, in powder form, capsules as I was first introduced to them and raw....
Do the benefits of weight-loss surgery really last? Weight-loss surgery helps people drop a significant amount of weight, and now a new study confirms that much of the weight...
Baker Institute experts: Without pushing deregulation, the Japanese economy cannot grow HOUSTON – (Aug. 31, 2016) – Japan’s oncebooming economy has been sluggish, mainly as a result of deflation...
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio’s restrictions on the socalled abortion pill led to a higher rate of side effects, more doctor...
This week from AGU 08-31-16 GeoSpace New study finds next faults to fail along California-Nevada border A handful of faults lining the California-Nevada...
Out of sync: How genetic variation can disrupt the heart’s rhythm In the August 31 issue of Science Translational Medicine, new research from the University of Chicago shows how deficits...
Notre Dame researchers find transition point in semiconductor nanomaterials
Researchers peel back another layer of chemistry with ‘tender’ X-rays
Collaborative research at Notre Dame has demonstrated that electronic interactions play a significant role in the dimensional...
Scientists can now directly probe a previously hardto-see layer of chemistry thanks to a unique X-ray toolkit developed...
Intensifying Tropical Depression 9 checked by NASA
Therapy Dog Shows What Canine Care Looks Like in GoPro Vid
Heavy rainfall is a big part of Tropical Depression 9, which is strengthening in the Gulf of Mexico. The Global Precipitation...
If you’ve ever wondered what life looks like for your furry best friend, Seattle Children’s Hospital has the...
Maine governor says will not resign amid racism flap
Pregnant woman in Singapore diagnosed with Zika infection, report says
By Scott Malone (Reuters) – (Editor’s note: This story contains language in the second paragraph that may offend...
SINGAPORE – A pregnant woman was among those diagnosed with Zika infections in Singapore, local media reported on Wednesday,...
FDA warns of fatal risks from mixing opioids and sedatives
U.S. FDA adds new warning about opioid/sedative combination
WASHINGTON – Health officials are warnings doctors and patients about the potentially fatal consequences of mixing prescription...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday warned of the danger of combining opioid painkillers and cough medicine...
Novartis to disband cell & gene therapy unit, 120 jobs to go
FDA warns of fatal risks from mixing opioids and sedatives
ZURICH Novartis is folding activities of its Cell and Gene Therapy unit into other business and research locations, eliminating...
WASHINGTON – Health officials are warnings doctors and patients about the potentially fatal consequences of mixing prescription...
Pregnant woman in Singapore diagnosed with Zika infection, report says
New Test Approved as Zika Spreads in U.S.
SINGAPORE – A pregnant woman was among those diagnosed with Zika infections in Singapore, local media reported on Wednesday,...
Government regulators have issued emergency approval for a new Zika test in an effort to halt the spread of the deadly virus,...
Drug Coated Stents Don’t Improve Patients Survival
Can Standing Desks Reduce Childhood Obesity?
The largest trial ever conducted on stents — tiny
Replacing standard desks with standing desks in
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tubes that help keep heart arteries open — suggests that pricey...
school classrooms may be a key to conquering childhood obesity, according...
New Advances Dissolve BrainDestroying Alzheimer’s Plaques
CU study: Feeling heavy, light, or about right? Your genes may be to blame
When Gene Wilder died Monday of Alzheimer’s disease, his fans were shocked and saddened to learn that such a brilliant...
Do you feel overweight, about right, or too skinny? Your answer to that question may be tied to genes you inherited from...
Purdue researchers discover signaling cascade that drives fatty tumors
NIH awards $11.3 million grant to study biomolecular communication
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – A common cell signaling pathway that controls differentiation of stem cells may also control...
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has earned an $11.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to establish...
Novel method enables absolute quantification of mitochondrial metabolites
Gaming for gut research
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (August 31, 2016) – Whitehead Institute scientists have developed a method to quickly isolate and...
Study reports history of suicide attempts and self-injury among transgender patients Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
Breastfeeding for longer than 6 months can lower breast cancer mortality risk A new study of women 20 years after undergoing surgery for primary breast cancer shows that breastfeeding for longer than...
You may not think of yourself in this way – but in some ways your body is just a host for hundreds of trillions of...
Selenium status linked to cancer risk As a nutritional trace element, selenium forms an essential part of our diet. In collaboration with the International Agency...
Scientists find new target that may lead to future treatments for Kennedy’s disease If a disease affects motoneurons, cells that control voluntary muscle activity, researchers should focus their efforts on...
Study shows link between RYGB surgery in obese patients and sustained long-term weight loss
Parental psychiatric diseases may lead to risk for suicide attempts and violent offending by children
Obese patients who underwent Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) lost much more weight than those who did not and were able to...
Risk for suicide attempts and violent offending by children appears to be associated with their parents’ psychiatric...
Why lumpy breasts DON’T always mean cancer
Test Of Experimental Alzheimer’s Drug Finds Progress Against Brain Plaques
Millions of women have lumps in their breasts checked out for cancer every year. Hearteningly, nine out of ten turn out to...
Enlarge this image Experimental drugs that clear clumps of proteins from the brains of Alzheimer’s...
FDA requires strong warnings for opioid analgesics, prescription opioid cough products, and benzodiazepine labeling related to serious risks and death from combined use
Junior doctor strikes ‘to cause misery’ Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt has condemned the latest planned strike by junior doctors in England. The all-out strikes will...
After an extensive review of the latest scientific evidence, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced today that it...
Alzheimer’s drug study gives ‘tantalising’ results
Junior doctors plan week of all-out strikes
A drug that destroys the characteristic protein plaques that build up in the brains of patients with Alzheimer’s is...
Junior doctors in England will take part in five consecutive days of strikes next month as they ramp up their opposition...
Body’s cellular building blocks arise from genetic tugs of war
Accumulation of a product of cell metabolism found to be linked with kidney tumor growth
With a jumble of colors resembling abstract art, this array shows the expression of genes (horizontal...
Researchers funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC) have shown that when the metabolite fumarate accumulates in a hereditary...
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Antibody reduces harmful brain amyloid plaques in Alzheimer’s patients
Body mass index, fat percentage predict menses resumption
Vesicles, fluid-filled sacs that brain cells make to trap amyloid, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s, appear to also contribute...
Researchers have identified a potential molecular mechanism through which lead, a pervasive environmental toxin, may harm...
TBC1D4 mutation common in north american inuit
Breast cancer mortality lower in women who breastfeed
In a study appearing in the July 19 issue of JAMA, Andy Menke, Ph.D., of Social Scientific Systems, Silver Spring, Md.,...
Credit: Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. A new study of women 20 years after undergoing surgery for...
Study points to a novel culprit type 2 diabetes gene at well-established genomic location
‘Ask a Doctor’ surfaces reliable information about heart conditions
Gene researchers have used sophisticated scientific tools to reveal a new gene for type 2 diabetes at a well-established...
During a heart attack, clots or narrowed arteries block blood flow, harming or killing cells within the tissue. But the damage...
Ask JJ: How To Think Outside The Cereal Box?
Ebola Virus Lasts In Semen For Up To 565 Days
Typical go-to breakfast choices for the younger crowd include cereal, waffles, pancakes, and muffins. And while all those...
The largest analysis yet has found Ebola virus particles present in semen as long as 565 days after recovery from an infection,...
Zika Causes Deafness In About 6 Percent Of Cases
The Proven Path to Doing Unique and Meaningful Work
A study in Brazil of 70 babies whose mothers had confirmed Zika infections found that nearly 6 percent had hearing loss,...
“You regain the whole bus route in fact. The vintage prints made twenty years ago are suddenly reevaluated and, for...
The Zen Office Space: 7 Ways To Keep The Inspiration In Your Place Of Work
NASA gets 2 views of Tropical Depression 8 off the Carolina coast
For most people, the conventional items in this ‘essential’ category include a monitor and keyboard (or a laptop),...
NASA got a look at Tropical Depression 8 in infrared and visible light as it started moving away from the coast of North...
SLAC’s high-speed ‘electron camera’ films atomic nuclei in vibrating molecules
New study finds connection between chronic pain and anxiety disorders
An ultrafast “electron camera” at the Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory has...
Blood thirsty brains In a new research collaboration between the University of Witwatersrand and the University of Adelaide, previously held...
New research provides insight into a longobserved, but little-understood connection between chronic pain and anxiety and...
Case Western Reserve researcher outlines road map for addressing ethical concerns tied to research Insoo Hyun, PhD, associate professor of bioethics at the School of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, has proposed...
Motivating eco-friendly behaviors depends on cultural values
Uzbek leader, in hospital, misses key national day date
The specific cultural values of a country may determine whether concern about environmental issues actually leads individuals...
By Olzhas Auyezov ALMATY (Reuters) – Uzbekistan’s veteran president, Islam Karimov, who suffered a brain hemorrhage...
Oldest fossils found in Greenland, from time Earth was like Mars
Pregnant woman in Singapore infected with Zika as cases soar
By Alister Doyle OSLO (Reuters) – The earliest fossil evidence of life on Earth has been found in rocks 3.7 billion...
The number of confirmed Zika cases in Singapore surged past 100 late Wednesday, including the first pregnant woman to be...
Trial drug shows ‘impressive’ Alzheimer’s action: study
Woman allegedly murdered husband by plugging his nose
Paris (AFP) – An experimental drug cleared protein buildup in the brains of people with mild Alzheimer’s disease...
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Florida football player befriends autistic boy at lunch
Hepatitis A from Egyptian berries infects 50 in 4 states
Bo Paske doesn’t mind eating alone at lunch, as he does most days, but on Tuesday, he had a special tablemate— a Florida...
MARTINSBURG, W.Va. – A hepatitis A outbreak linked to Egyptian strawberries has grown to more than 50 cases in four states. A health official...
Study: Ohio’s abortion pill law led to worse health outcomes
Egypt parliament toughens penalties for female circumcision
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Theranos voluntarily pulls request for fast clearance of Zika test
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Hepatitis A from Egyptian berries infects 50 in 4 states
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Sexual function problems prevalent among younger adults after heart attack, more common among women
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Earliest Human Cancer Found in 1.7Million-Year-Old Bone
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The Great Elephant Census reports massive loss of African savannah elephants
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Pregnant woman in Singapore diagnosed with Zika infection: media
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Few people of color in ‘artificial pancreas’ tests
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Contact lenses that dispense medication could replace eye drops
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New theory — embryo geometry — proposes explanation for how vertebrates evolved
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Southern Health NHS Trust boss Katrina Percy’s new role causes anger An NHS trust’s decision to move its boss to a new role with the same salary is a “scandal”, according to...
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Major step towards Alzheimer’s blood test
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Americans lack awareness about heart valve disease, new public opinion surveys find New public opinion surveys released today by the nonprofit Alliance for Aging Research (Alliance) show that public awareness...
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Bird bugs shed new light on malaria infection The Griffith University study investigated parasite interactions in wild birds and found they are a crucial indicator of...
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Singapore confirms Zika spread; US and other countries issue travel warnings
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Confirmed cases of Zika virus in Singapore rose to 82 on Tuesday, as the United States joined a growing list of countries...
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WASHINGTON – The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved Novartis AG’s biosimilar version of Amgen Inc’s...
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Confirmed cases of Zika virus in Singapore rose to 82 on Tuesday, as the United States joined a growing list of countries...
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Structural biologists show in a new study that an apparently key step in the process of cell division depends on a unique...
Study shows children present at home did not motivate parents to test for radon and tobacco smoke
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Researchers discover protein that plays role in onset of type 1 diabetes A new study reveals a counterintuitive cellular strategy that may protect insulin-producing cells from destruction during...
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A team from the Technical University Munich (TUM) in Germany recently reported an independent analysis of the operation of...
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Singapore on Wednesday urged all pregnant women showing symptoms of fever or rashes to have themselves tested for the Zika...
Feds distribute $53 million to fight opioid problem
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration says it will distribute $53 million to 44 states in an effort to curb opioid...
Express Scripts Holding, the largest U.S. pharmacy benefit manager, said on Wednesday it will implement a program next...
Falling asleep in front of the TV might be a sign of high blood pressure
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Nagoya, Japan – Kaho Maeda, Dr. Hideto Ito, Professor Kenichiro Itami of the JST-ERATO Itami Molecular Nanocarbon...
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New iPad game could help diagnose autism in children
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Autism could be diagnosed by allowing children to play games on smart phones and tablets, a study involving the University...
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Planet Nine could spell doom for solar system
Theranos withdraws new Zika test after FDA inspection: WSJ
The solar system could be thrown into disaster when the sun dies if the mysterious ‘Planet Nine’ exists, according...
Blood-testing firm Theranos Inc withdrew its request for emergency clearance of a Zika-virus blood test after U.S. regulators...
World Health Organisation study suggests even thin people can be fat on the inside
The children as young as THREE with body issues: Nearly a third of nursery staff have heard youngsters describe themselves as fat or ugly
Dire warnings about the risks of being overweight might have left some slim people feeling rather complacent — only last...
Amputations caused by diabetes now at 20 per day say Diabetes UK Diabetes UK say the number of amputations linked to the disease is rising The number of amputations in Britain is now...
A quarter of staff reported children being ‘unhappy with their appearance’ 1 in 5 children have been seen to...
Do YOU fall asleep in front of the TV? It might be a sign of high blood pressure: ‘Silent killer’ raises the risk of heart attacks and strokes Bed time was 18 minutes earlier for men with high blood pressure Condition is linked to a raised risk of heart attacks,...
Taking statins can improve erectile dysfunction by 43%
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U.S. Funding for Fighting Zika Virus Is Nearly Spent, C.D.C. Says
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Silver nanoparticles’ protein ‘corona’ affects their toxicity
Trapped in a nuclear weapon bunker wood ants survive for years in Poland
A senior fellow at the Faculty of Chemistry, MSU, Vladimir Bochenkov together with his colleagues from Denmark succeeded...
Having built their nest over the vertical ventilation pipe of an old nuclear weapon bunker in Poland, every year a large...
Smarter brains are blood-thirsty brains
Gold from old phones is real prospect thanks to chemical advance
A University of Adelaide-led project has overturned the theory that the evolution of human intelligence was simply related...
Vast quantities of gold could be salvaged from old mobile phones using a simple chemical method, a study shows. Current methods...
Satellites see Tropical Depression 8 off the North Carolina coast
AstraZeneca to pay $5.52 million to resolve SEC foreign bribery case
ASA-NOAA’s Suomi NPP and NOAA’s GOES satellites showed Tropical Depression 8 nearing the North Carolina coast....
By Nate Raymond (Reuters) – U.S. regulators said on Tuesday that AstraZeneca Plc AZN.L will pay $5.52 million to resolve...
Lawyer investigating lead at Indiana housing complex
U.N. defends aid work in Syria after accusations of being too close to government
EAST CHICAGO, Ind. (AP) — An attorney for families in an Indiana public housing complex slated to be demolished because...
By Ellen Wulfhorst NEW YORK (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – The United Nations defended its aid funding in Syria on...
Study finds flaws in criticism of St. Jude cyber security
Three new cases of local Zika transmission in Florida: officials
University of Michigan researchers on Tuesday said their own experiments undermine recent allegations of security flaws...
Florida health officials on Tuesday said they were investigating three new Zika virus cases likely stemming from local...
Shark fins and meat contain high levels of neurotoxins linked to Alzheimer’s disease
Gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis are building up resistance to antibiotics
Fins and muscle tissue samples were collected from 10 shark species found in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans for concentrations...
Three sexually-transmitted infections will soon be resistant to antibiotics, the World Health Organization warns. Updating...
Gonorrhea Is Becoming Untreatable, U.N. Health Officials Warn
Smokers more prone to bowel condition relapses, study suggests
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Experts urge rethink on health target
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The concept of premature mortality needs to be either abandoned or redefined if it is not to discriminate against older...
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My Long/Short Life As A Bicyclist/Patient Being the PA that I am, I assessed myself when I got home. Forgetting the old saying that “the medical provider who...
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A hickey turned out to be the kiss of death for a 17year-old boy in Mexico City. Julio Macias Gonzalez suffered a stroke...
How did Listeria get into recalled veggies?
Plants found to regulate leaf temperature to boost carbon uptake
About 30,000 cases of precut vegetables are being recalled in many Southeastern states because they could be contaminated...
LOS ALAMOS, N.M., Aug. 30, 2016–A new study has found that plants regulate their leaf temperature with some independence...
The Lancet Oncology: Nationwide study sets benchmarks for 30-day mortality following chemotherapy for breast and lung cancer in England
Affordable Care Act has improved access to health care, but disparities persist
For the first time, national data on 30-day mortality for patients with breast and lung cancer treated with chemotherapy...
Children with asthma attacks triggered by colds less responsive to standard treatment The results of a study conducted by Dr. Francine Ducharme, Professor in the Departments of Pediatrics and Social and Preventive...
Coral Gables, Fla. August 30, 2016 The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has substantially decreased the number of uninsured Americans...
NASA satellite catches major Hurricane Madeline as Hawaii braces NASA-NOAA’s Suomi NPP and NOAA’s GOES satellites showed major Hurricane Madeline nearing the Hawaiian Islands....
Devotion to rearing chicks can come at a cost for migratory birds
Novartis wins US OK for biosimilar version of Amgen’s Enbrel
Birds that have to work harder during breeding season will feel the effects of their exertions the following year, according...
U.S. regulators on Tuesday approved the first lower-cost version of Enbrel, a blockbuster antiinflammatory drug from Amgen...
Senators press Mylan on ‘exorbitantly expensive’ EpiPen
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By Diane Bartz WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Democrat Elizabeth Warren and 19 other U.S. senators voiced concern to the chief...
By Reuters Staff (Reuters) – Pop singer Selena Gomez said on Tuesday she was taking time out to deal with panic attacks...
Ebola virus lasts in semen for up to 565 days: study
Singapore confirms Zika spread; U.S. and other countries issue travel warnings
CHICAGO The largest analysis yet has found Ebola virus particles present in semen as long as 565 days after recovery from...
SINGAPORE Confirmed cases of Zika virus in Singapore rose to 82 on Tuesday, as the United States joined a growing list...
FDA approves Novartis biosimilar to Amgen’s Enbrel
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WASHINGTON The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved Novartis AG’s biosimilar version of Amgen Inc’s...
Gene Wilder, whose kinky curls and startled blue eyes brought an enduring and frantic air to roles in “Willy Wonka...
Upbeat Music May Make People Cooperative
More Teens Get Needed Vaccines in Blue States
The right mood music can influence how well people work together, a new management-oriented study suggests. Many retail establishments...
Parental politics may influence whether teens get recommended vaccinations, according to a U.S. study. Dividing states into...
Portable Device Detects Gluten
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Making pesticide droplets less bouncy could cut agricultural runoff
Fertigation strategies improve production of Hippeastrum
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New study assesses biological impact of meditation and vacation
Novel technology LifeVest can help newborns breathe
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The brain remembers missing hands and fingers even decades after amputation, study reveals
Investigational biomarker surpasses current gold standard test for identifying brain shunt infections
Our brains have a detailed picture of our hands and fingers, and that persists even decades after an amputation, Oxford University...
In a study of children with brain shunts at Children’s of Alabama, a University of Alabama at Birmingham investigational...
Study reveals thousands of Americans use veterinary pills when theirs run out
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In the wake of Gene Wilder’s death, we explain the ‘complications’ of Alzheimer’s disease Gene Wilder died at the age of 83 after three years with Alzheimer’s The actor kept his illness secret, died of ‘complications’...
One study in Europe found coffee counteracts brain’s ageing It blocks receptors which wear down and cause memory loss Another...
STDs ‘will soon be resistant to antibiotics’: WHO updates advice on chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis for first time in 10 years Three sexually-transmitted infections will soon be resistant to antibiotics, the World Health Organization warns. Updating...
U.N. Health Officials Warn Gonorrhea Is Becoming Untreatable
FDA approves Erelzi, a biosimilar to Enbrel
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Erelzi, (etanercept-szzs) for multiple inflammatory diseases. Erelzi...
Health Canada offers free DNA tests after 2nd switched at birth case
Gene therapy restores Ontario boy’s immune system
Health Canada is offering free DNA tests to people in northern Manitoba who suspect they may have been switched at birth...
A clinical trial for a new gene therapy treatment in the U.S. has restored a Leamington, Ont., boy’s immune system. Felix...
Transplantation with human placental stem cells improves diabetes complications in rats
Variation in ‘junk’ DNA leads to trouble A set of human chromosomes with the “primary” and “backup” sites for centromere...
In an effort to determine if stem cell therapy can prevent or improve a condition called “diabetic foot” caused...
Transplanted bone marrow-derived cells reduce recurrent miscarriage in mice Although its been over a decade since endothelial progenitor cells or EPCs, cells that circulate in the blood repairing and...
Singapore Zika cases surge to 82 The number of Zika cases in Singapore has surged to 82, the government said Tuesday, as the mosquito-fighting effort continued...
Researchers discover a drug for a tropical disease
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Younger heart attack survivors may face premature heart disease death
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Inconsistent guidelines for screening transplant recipients at higher cancer risk
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Their Soil Toxic, 1,100 Indiana Residents Scramble to Find New Homes
Their Soil Toxic, 1,100 Indiana Residents Scramble to Find New Homes
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The Lost Art Of Self-Reliance
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Bad Habits We Can Break That Are Linked To Depression And Anxiety In continuing with the previous theme, not getting enough Vitamin D can cause feelings of depression. The winter months are...
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Selena Gomez Says She’s Taking Time Off To Deal With Side Effects Of Lupus
NASA looks at Eastern Pacific’s Category 3 Hurricane Lester
Selena Gomez announced Tuesday in a statement that she is taking time off to focus on her “health and happiness.” “As...
NASA satellites provided forecasters with infrared and visible imagery of Major Hurrricane Lester as it continued to move...
IU study: ‘Morning people’ selfsabotage less at night, night owls’ less at sunrise
Argonne theorists solve a longstanding fundamental problem
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — A study by psychological researchers at Indiana University shows that people are more likely to...
Trying to understand a system of atoms is like herding gnats – the individual atoms are never at rest and are constantly...
Argonne theorists solve a longstanding fundamental problem
Older patients feel they have little say in choosing dialysis, study says
Trying to understand a system of atoms is like herding gnats – the individual atoms are never at rest and are constantly...
MEDFORD/SOMERVILLE (August 30, 2016) – Starting dialysis treatment for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) should be a shared...
Researchers identify neural factors that predict adolescent alcohol use
Stem cell breakthrough unlocks mysteries associated with inherited heart condition
Researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have identified 34 neural factors that predict adolescent...
Using advanced stem cell technology, scientists from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have created a model of...
Health commissioner: State acted properly on tainted water
More teens get needed vaccines in ‘blue states’
HOOSICK FALLS, N.Y. (AP) — New York’s health commissioner says federal guidelines on maximum levels of the chemical...
(Reuters Health) – Parental politics may influence whether teens get recommended vaccinations, according to a U.S....
CDC adds Zika-hit Singapore to interim travel guidance list
U.S. FDA approves Novartis biosimilar to Amgen’s Enbrel
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said it had added Singapore to its interim travel guidance list,...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved Novartis AG’s biosimilar version of Amgen Inc’s...
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Nudges can encourage school children to select healthier meals
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A new quality improvement initiative that aims to create effective solutions in optimizing adult vaccination rates was announced...
Surgically implanted neurostimulator system helps alleviate chronic pain
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Donor whose sperm was used by Canadian families admits lying about intelligence, police say An American who fathered more than 30 children through sperm donations, including at least seven in Canada, has admitted...
Road map for addressing ethical concerns tied to research on humananimal embryos A new bioethical framework for addressing concerns surrounding potentially revolutionary research on human-animal embryos...
Changing a classroom from standard desks to standing desks, has a significant effect on the body mass index (BMI) percentile...
Increased complications after 2011 Ohio abortion law A Georgia law banning later abortions is limiting access to the procedure for women throughout the South, Midwest and parts...
Written ‘report card’ decreases dentists’ antibiotic prescriptions An initiative to improve prescribing of antibiotics for urinary tract infections (UTIs) resulted in betterquality prescribing...
Non-addictive painkiller shows promise in animal trials
Caregiver well-being linked to quality of cancer patient care
(HealthDay)—Preliminary research in monkeys suggests that a new medication might be able to provide...
The earlier a specific phone-based, palliative care support program can be introduced to caregivers, the better they will...
CABG plus optimal medical therapy best in T2DM and CAD
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(HealthDay)—Older myocardial infarction (MI) survivors have long-term elevated risks of mortality and...
Maintaining body weight linked to reduced costs in T2DM
Sinosphere: Chinese Women Head Overseas to Freeze Their Eggs
Simple changes in how we cook could go a long way towards preventing diabetes, say researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine...
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Steroid injections for premature babies could raise ADHD risk
Binge drinking damages the memory of people as young as 18
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Researcher Dr Maria Parada at the Universidade de Santiago de Compostela said: “In northern European countries, there...
Scottish people leading ‘dangerously’ unhealthy lives
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EpiPen Alternatives Exist, And They May Be Cheaper
Florida State University Uncovers Drugs That May Stop Zika
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Since the first compound is already on the market, doctors could theoretically prescribe it to Zika patients today, Science...
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Science Says Clemson’s New $55 Million Football Complex Actually Will Give The Team A Leg Up Did we mention there’s going to be an indoor slide players can use to get from the second floor to the first? Whether...
New treatment advice for three common STDs The U.N health agency says three common sexually-transmitted infections are increasingly resistant to antibiotics It’s...
The rise and fall of galaxy formation Pasadena, CA–An international team of astronomers, including Carnegie’s Eric Persson, has charted the rise and...
Dad Writes Important Reminder To Parents After Baby’s Terrifying Incident The dad shared photos of his daughter and a container of Gerber “Lil’ Crunchies P’tits croquants.” In the caption,...
A surprising benefit of being a twin Being a twin may add a few extra years to your life, a new study suggests. Researchers found that identical twins in Denmark...
Diamonds and quantum information processing on the nano scale New York, NY – A City College of New York ledteam headed by physicist Dr. Carlos Meriles has successfully demonstrated...
NASA’s Terra satellite spies tropical storm weakening Lionrock over Hokkaido
UAB biomarker outperforms current gold standard to detect brain shunt infections
Tropical Storm Lionrock moved over Honshu, the big island of Japan and then proceeded over the Hokkaido, the northernmost...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – In a study of children with brain shunts at Children’s of Alabama, a University of Alabama...
Dog brains process both what we say and how we say it
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In California’s Sierra Nevada mountains, as more precipitation falls in the form of rain rather than snow, and the...
Generic EpiPen Could Still Be Costly for Families
Italy holds funeral for quake victims as search continues
The pharmaceutical company criticized for increasing the price of the EpiPen announced today that it will create a generic...
By Giulia Segreti and Iona Serrapica AMATRICE, Italy (Reuters) – Italy held a state funeral in pouring rain on Tuesday...
Hospital, hepatitis C outbreak victims reach settlement
More than 300 million at risk of lifethreatening diseases from dirty water, UN says
BISMARCK, N.D. – Trinity Health and its hospital in Minot have agreed in principal on a legal settlement with 21 victims...
LONDON (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – More than 300 million people in Asia, Africa and Latin America are at risk of life-threatening...
New York expands access to restrictive medical marijuana program
2011 Ohio law made abortions riskier, more costly
NEW YORK New York state will loosen rules on marijuana prescribing, allow home delivery of the drug and take other steps...
(Reuters Health) – After Ohio enacted a law forcing abortion providers to prescribe an outdated drug regimen, women...
Upbeat music may make people more cooperative
University study finds flaws in criticism of St. Jude cyber security
(Reuters Health) – The right mood music can influence how well people work together, a new management-oriented study...
University of Michigan researchers on Tuesday said their own experiments undermine recent allegations of security flaws...
Drug quickly counteracts deadly bleeding in people on blood-thinners
Hospital, hepatitis C outbreak victims reach settlement
An experimental drug designed to quickly counteract blood-thinning medicines has demonstrated effectiveness, according to...
BISMARCK, N.D. – Trinity Health and its hospital in Minot have agreed in principal on a legal settlement with 21 victims...
More than 300 million at risk of lifethreatening diseases from dirty water, UN says
Adult Mosquitoes Can Pass Zika to Their Offspring
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Adult female mosquitoes can pass the Zika virus along to their offspring, U.S. researchers said on Monday, a finding that...
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WHO Urges Shift in STD Treatment Due to Antibiotic Resistance
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Growing resistance to antibiotics has complicated efforts to rein in common sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea,...
A collaboration of researchers from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, the National Institutes of Health, and...
US Healthcare Worst in Developed World: Report
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Pollution levels inside cars at red lights or in traffic jams are up to 40 percent higher than when traffic is moving, according...
Light treatments inhibit intumescence injury of tomato
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 30, 2016 — The sun shines a massive amount of energy onto the Earth’s surface every day. What...
A nonet of new plant species from Africa emphasizes the importance of herbaria in botany
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Combining modern molecular methods, with more traditional morphological ones, a recent revision of the custard apple genus...
UTA faculty and alumnus celebrated as ‘Tech Titans’ in 2016 awards The University of Texas at Arlington continues to set new standards of excellence with ground-breaking research and new...
Transplantation of placenta-derived MSCs can prevent diabetes-related CLI in rats In an effort to determine if stem cell therapy can prevent or improve a condition called “diabetic foot” caused...
Experts reveal how worrying is wrecking our health Do you lie awake at night running through the day’s events in your mind? Perhaps you toss and turn, fretting about whether...
Their Masters’ Voices: Dogs Understand Tone And Meaning Of Words
LifeVest, a technology being developed at St. Michael’s Hospital to help newborns breathe, won the Global Healthcare...
Study suggests autologous EPC transfusion may prevent miscarriage in high-risk pregnancies In a study focusing on the role of self-donated (autologous) bone marrow-derived endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) in placental...
Scientists discover mosquitoes can pass Zika to their offspring Spraying only targets mosquitoes, not their eggs, researchers warn But new research shows the eggs could already be infected...
Junk food is causing an ‘epidemic of mental illness’ due to a lack of vitamins and minerals We all know gorging on junk food and sweet treats is bad for our waistline. But eating processed foods might actually cause...
Zika tied to hearing loss in 6% of Brazilian babies in study
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Peers, public perception influence firefighters against safety equipment
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A recent study by researchers at Chatham University in the journal Human Communication Research, found that friends are...
‘Morning people’ self-sabotage less at night, night owls’ less at sunrise
Study shows that children at home did not prompt parents to test for radon, secondhand smoke
Study participants reported more stress before an exam at their “peak” hours based...
Botulinum neurotoxin in plastic surgery
A University of Louisville School of Nursing researcher has found that the presence of children in the home did not motivate...
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Haiti fights losing battle against cholera Plastic-sheeted cots for men, women and children are crammed side by side in a former hangar. At the cholera treatment center...
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The Female Athlete Triad: Energy Deficiency, Amenorrhea, and Osteoporosis Eating disorders, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis affect certain groups of athletes, often occurring as symptoms to this syndrome....
deep in the right side of the brain The taste of beer, without any effect from alcohol itself, can trigger dopamine release in the brain, which is associated...
Bipolar adolescents continue to have elevated substance use disorder risk as young adults A follow up to a previous study finding an association between adolescent bipolar disorder and the incidence of cigarette...
Monsanto Helped Devastate Vietnam. Now It’s Expanding Here. But in a country where GMOs are categorized under the fancy umbrella of biotechnology, there has been a growing belief among...
How Does Listeria Get Into Veggies? About 30,000 cases of precut vegetables are being recalled in many Southeastern states because they could be contaminated...
Moving Medical Rehabilitation from Hospital to Home
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Wasp sting blamed for a man’s rare side effect
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People’s reactions to getting stung by a bee or wasp can range from a feeling bit of pain to a suffering a deadly allergy...
UofL research shows that children at home did not prompt parents to test for radon, secondhand smoke LOUISVILLE, Ky. – A University of Louisville School of Nursing researcher has found that the presence of children...
Plastic surgery seeks to help women gain leadership positions and break through the ‘plastic ceiling’ August 30, 2016 – While some progress has been made, further work is needed to achieve more equitable representation...
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Defend or grow? These plants do both From natural ecosystems to farmers’ fields, plants face a dilemma of energy use: outgrow and outcompete their neighbors...
Satellite sees large Tropical Depression 9 in the Gulf of Mexico Although the center of Tropical Depression 9 moved away from Cuba and into the southeastern Gulf of Mexico, western Cuba...
UGA researchers discover a drug for a tropical disease
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Researchers at the University of Georgia are working to find the fastest way possible to treat and cure human African trypanosomiasis,...
The belief that vaccines cause autism — which has been debunked by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,...
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WHO urges shift in STD treatment due to antibiotic resistance
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Ukraine ‘very close’ to getting next IMF loan tranche: FinMin By Sabine Siebold BERLIN (Reuters) – The
Growing resistance to antibiotics has complicated efforts to rein in common sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhoea,...
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20 Democratic senators blast steep price hike for EpiPens
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U.N. says 10,000 killed in Yemen war, far more than other estimates
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BBK II trial compares two commonly used stenting techniques for coronary bifurcation
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Ancient dental plaque sheds new light on the diet of Mesolithic foragers in the Balkans
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Can Yoga Help Me Sleep At Night? How To Sleep Like A Baby
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Zika Can Be Transmitted by Female Mosquito to Her Eggs, Study Says
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Radiologists detect breast cancer in ‘blink of an eye’
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Deaths From Self-Injury Include More Than Just Suicide
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New Jersey researchers said on Monday they had identified perhaps the first strain of E. Coli bacteria in the United States...
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Locally transmitted Zika virus infects 41 in Singapore
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Mylan NV said it would launch the first generic version of its allergy auto-injector EpiPen at half the price of the branded...
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Epipen maker to launch cheaper, generic version in U.S.
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11 Habits Of Ridiculously Likeable People
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Telemedicine could improve eye exam access for people with diabetes
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New hope in the search for a new obesity treatment
Veteran who received teen’s kidney stands with family at memorial
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A Washington family who attended their teen daughter’s memorial Saturday had a distinct guest that helped them feel her...
Study suggests students learn more from attractive teachers
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The spread of the Zika virus across tropical Southeast Asia is likely to be significantly underreported as local health...
Southeast Asia needs to up its game to combat Zika: experts
Mylan to launch generic EpiPen at half the price of original
BANGKOK/KUALA LUMPUR The spread of the Zika virus across tropical Southeast Asia is likely to be significantly under-reported...
Mylan NV (MYL.O) said it would launch the first generic version of its allergy auto-injector EpiPen at half the price...
Wife proves perfect match for husband in need of a kidney
Veteran who received teen’s kidney stands with family at memorial
A Georgia man who spent three years looking for a kidney was shocked to learn the organ he needed was right next to him throughout...
A Washington family who attended their teen daughter’s memorial Saturday had a distinct guest that helped them feel her...
Study suggests students learn more from attractive teachers
Mylan to launch first generic to EpiPen allergy injection
How to help students do better in school? Maybe we should try hiring better-looking teachers. Or subsidize gym memberships...
Mylan said on Monday it would launch the first generic to its allergy auto-injector EpiPen at a discount of more than 50...
Locally transmitted ZIka virus infects 41 in Singapore
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Computer games found to be as good as drugs for relaxing youngsters before an operation
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Study found that computer games are as good as drugs for relaxing Children who played on games before surgery were just...
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Melanoma—mechanisms of BRAFinhibitor resistance deciphered
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EpiPen’s pricing debacle and its impact on patients, insurers
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This Is What It’s Like To Try Out To Be A U.S. Open Ballperson
EpiPen maker announces major move amid pricing outrage
Serena Williams might be the champion of tennis, but there are other unsung heroes who are pushed to the brink of their athletic...
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Suicide bomber kills 54 in Yemen attack: health ministry
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ADEN, Yemen (Reuters) – A suicide bomber killed at least 54 people when he drove a car bomb into a militia compound...
NEW YORK (AP) — Mylan says it will make available a generic version of its EpiPen, as criticism continued to mount over...
U.S. FDA issues emergency use authorization for Zika test: Roche
Mylan to launch first generic to EpiPen allergy injection
ZURICH The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday issued emergency authorization for a Zika diagnostics test from...
Mylan NV (MYL.O) said on Monday it would launch the first generic to its allergy auto-injector EpiPen at a discount of...
PCSK9 inhibitor can reduce need for apheresis treatment in patients with familial hypercholesterolemia
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Less invasive infusion strategy not linked to cardiac functional improvements but enhances health status A single dose of mesenchymal stem cells delivered intravenously to patients with chronic non-ischemic cardiomyopathy was...
Long-term exposure to combination of lower LDL-C and SBP can reduce cardiovascular risk
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Remote monitoring shows no improvement in outcomes for heart failure patients with CIEDs
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When The Biggest Earthquake Ever Recorded Hit Chile, It Rocked The World
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ADEN (Reuters) – A suicide bomber killed at least 45 people when he drove a car laden with explosives into a compound...
California high school cross-country team takes shelter dogs on training run
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Singapore mass sprays residences as Zika expected to spread
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Survey findings released for Be Medicinewise Week (22-28 August) have revealed that occasional users of medicines—including...
Waiting impulsivity may help spot offspring of alcoholics at risk for developing alcohol addiction
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A therapy that uses bone-marrow stem cells to promote heart repair did not significantly improve the primary outcome over...
Study examines unnecessary angiography rates among strategies to guide care of suspected CHD In a study published online by JAMA, John P. Greenwood, Ph.D., of the University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom, and colleagues...
Japan promises Kenya aid to fund development, power generation NAIROBI (Reuters) – Japan will give Kenya 1 billion yen ($9.78 million) in aid to spur economic and social development,...
Afghanistan launches polio drive in former IS areas
Singapore wages war on Zika-bearing mosquitoes
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Singapore officials armed with protective suits and insecticide spray cans went door-to-door Monday to wipe out mosquitoes...
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ESC’s new cardio-oncology paper reviews how different anticancer treatments may harm the heart
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Sanford-NDSU Collaborative Seed Grant Program provides funding for three health research projects
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Singapore reports 41 locally transmitted Zika cases
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Singapore reports 40 more locally transmitted Zika cases
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Burkina Faso Bans Big Buttocks Beauty Contest, Citing Sexism
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Smartphone detects atrial fibrillation with existing hardware Rome, Italy – 27 Aug 2016: Smartphones can be used to detect atrial fibrillation with existing hardware, according...
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Direct catheter-based thrombectomy equal to bridging thrombolysis in ischemic stroke
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Italy grieves as state funeral held for victims of powerful quake
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Burkina Faso bans big buttocks beauty contest OUAGADOUGOU (Reuters) – The government of Burkina Faso has banned an annual beauty contest for women with the biggest...
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Italy holds state funeral for 35 of earthquake’s victims By Iona, Serrapica and Gabriele Pileri ASCOLI PICENO, Italy (Reuters) – Weeping relatives hugged each other and reached...
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UW-Madison joins with Madison Police Department to study impact of mindfulness practices on officers’ wellbeing The Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the Madison Police Department are launching a pilot...
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Engineers use light to print 3-D shapememory materials Engineers from MIT and Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) are using light to print three-dimensional structures...
Teen boy who changed Colorado’s medical marijuana laws dies just after bill is passed Jack Splitt won over lawmakers to make medical marijuana legal in schools He made news when teacher ripped off his cannabis...
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FDA: All blood donations should be tested for Zika
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The first epigenetic test to diagnose tumors of unknown origin
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Icahn denies attempt to sell Herbalife stock, buys more shares
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Mapping pluripotency differences between mice, monkeys, and humans
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Researchers find new way for early prediction of leukemic relapse Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine and Moores Cancer Center have identified RNA-based biomarkers...
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NASA examines System 99L over Hispaniola in infrared light
3-D-printed structures ‘remember’ their shapes
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FDA recommends Zika testing for all blood donated in U.S.
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Women in Egypt are seeking out doctors’ opinions on whether they should circumcise their daughters and, though it is...
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Zika virus test called for all blood donations by FDA
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8/25: Trump doubles down on calling Clinton a bigot; National Park Service celebrates 100th anniversary
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Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine and Moores Cancer Center have identified RNA-based...
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UTA study finds air contamination near fracking sites result of operational inefficiencies Chemists at the University of Texas at Arlington have published a new study that indicates that highly variable contamination...
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Ackman approached to buy Herbalife shares owned by Icahn
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MANAGUA Nicaragua has confirmed its first case of a baby born with microcephaly linked to the Zika virus, authorities...
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The type of avian flu that led to the deaths of about 50 million U.S. chickens and turkeys last year has been found in the...
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Chemists at the University of Waterloo have developed a long-lasting zinc-ion battery that costs half the price of current...
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Protected Marine Area Near Hawaii Is Now Twice The Size Of Texas
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All Donated Blood in U.S. Will Be Tested for Zika
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FDA expands Zika screening to all US blood centers
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Many teens experience physical or sexual abuse within their romantic relationships and now dating violence can also be perpetrated...
Novel inhibitory brain receptor reduces seizure-like activity in pubertal mice
Advanced imaging technique could help select embryos most viable for successful pregnancy
More than half of children with epilepsy outgrow their seizures, yet the mechanism underlying this remission is unknown. Now,...
Researchers at the University of Adelaide have successfully trialed a new technique that could aid the process of choosing...
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Naturally-occurring sugars in woman’s breast milk may protect infants against life threatening bacteria A type of sugar found naturally in some women’s breast milk may protect newborn babies from infection with a potentially...
GP who blogged about her battle with bipolar disorder ‘was found hanged’ Dr Wendy Potts, from Derbyshire, was suspended after online confession She was then subject to psychiatric care and her...
Pregnant mother with terminal cancer gives birth early to start treatment For most women the final weeks of their pregnancy are a time of excitement and anticipation, but for one young mother all...
NHS nurses pay for their training but it needs to recruit 25k each year to keep going The NHS doesn’t have enough nurses, nor are enough being trained to meet future demand. And yet the Government has confirmed...
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According to the National Resources Defense Council, 40 percent of food in the U.S. is thrown out. “Reducing food waste...
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As a further safety measure against the emerging Zika virus outbreak, today the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued...
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Zika outbreak: FDA advises screening for all blood centres
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Study challenges idea that clinicians should dress formally to be taken seriously
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Scientists shed new light on the role of calcium in learning and memory
Western diet increases Alzheimer’s risk
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Globally, about 42 million people now have dementia, with Alzheimer’s disease as the most common type of dementia....
Stiff arteries linked with memory problems, mouse study suggests
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Prince William Gives Moving Advice To Teen Who Lost His Mom To Cancer
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Health officials warn that electronic cigarettes and other vaping devices are poisoning kids with nicotine. But new research...
Scientists experimentally realize optomechanically induced nonreciprocity
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A type of sugar found naturally in some women’s breast milk may protect new born babies from infection with a potentially...
Hillary Clinton says her family’s foundation is looking for partners
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Italy quake death toll hits 268, state funeral planned
Adults with longer-lived parents may have healthier old age
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By Linda Thrasybule (Reuters Health) – Adults with longer-lived parents have a lower-than-average risk for problems...
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The mother of a newborn baby girl who allegedly suffered second-degree burns on her foot while at her pediatrician’s office...
FDA advises Zika screening for all US blood centers
German practitioner suspected of killing patients with experimental drug
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BERLIN The head of an alternative cancer treatment center in Germany is under investigation after three patients died...
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Study finds most teens vaping fruity flavors, not nicotine Health officials warn that electronic cigarettes and other vaping devices are poisoning kids with nicotine. But new research...
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FDA advises Zika screening for all US blood centers
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Opioid receptors outside the brain targeted in rats; new direction for painkillers
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A team involving Kobe University researchers has succeeded in developing Target-AID, a genome editing technique that does...
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In adults with a house dust mite allergy, a cascade of inflammatory signals on the surface of the airways leads to airway...
CAS researchers and Nobel Laureate develop new monomer fluorescent protein for SR imaging
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To understand the cell, it is necessary to study its dynamics at high resolution in space and time in a way that does not...
Teams of scientists and labourers from the Department of Water Affairs in Botswana undertook a decades old challenge since...
NPS MedicineWise spokesperson reveals how to look for information about medicines online
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Medical device sleep apnoea and snoring disorder company Oventus Medical Ltd. releases its first 4E. The company has established...
Ethicon collaborates with Touch Surgery to deliver simulated surgical training for improving patient outcomes
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Arab uprising linked to detrimental effects on health and life expectancy in several countries
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The Arab uprising in 2010 and subsequent wars in the eastern Mediterranean region have had serious detrimental effects on...
Nursery nurse told stomach cramps were period pain actually had cervical
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Scientist creates peanut substitute for the allergy-prone and swears it tastes as good A paste using mung beans is almost identical to peanut butter A group of Australian researchers created the product after...
‘Anything goes’ in Canada’s surrogacy system, which gives foreign parents advantage over Canadian ones Norwegian Hilde Reva is in Ottawa this week, awaiting the final legal paperwork that will make Canadian-born baby Julie hers....
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Zika outbreak: Miami teams increase mosquito control efforts at stadiums The Dolphins’ stadium is more than 10 miles (16 kilometers) from the nearest area of the virus outbreak. Even so,...
Ultrasonography can guide drug modification in arthritis Scientists have identified a new protein (C5orf30) which regulates the severity of tissue damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis...
Diabetes, insulin resistance adversely affect LV function
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Immunohistochemical staining of nasal polyp tissue: components of the leukotriene cascade...
Intussusception hospitalization rate up at age 8 to 11 weeks
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The Massachusetts Medical Education Working Group, a first-in-the-nation collaboration between state medical schools and...
Acute Zika virus infection associated with sensory polyneuropathy
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In 1963, Irish surgeon Denis Parson Burkitt airmailed samples of an unusual jaw tumor found in Ugandan children to his colleague,...
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Ask Well: Is Roasting a Healthy Way to Cook Vegetables?
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Meet the hospital dog trained to sniff out deadly superbugs
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According to the the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, even many of the nation’s leading medical institutions...
August 26, 2016, 7:33 AM|Lawmakers are asking EpiPen maker Mylan tough questions after its massive price increases. The company...
Family "in shock" after brain-dead toddler taken off life support
Canadian hospital dog trained to sniff out deadly superbugs
LOS ANGELES — After a legal battle that lasted months to keep a brain-dead 2-year-old boy alive, Israel Stinson was removed...
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Starting out as a college freshman can be hard. Students are leaving home for the first time, meeting the demands of a rigorous,...
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Puzzle maker: Building a chemical from the ground up
Hiding in plain sight: Navy data reveals the reef behind the Reef
For chemists like Sarah Reisman, professor of chemistry at Caltech, synthesizing molecules is like designing your own jigsaw...
James Cook University, University of Sydney and Queensland University of Technology scientists working with laser data from...
Blending wastewater may help California cope with drought
Banning tobacco sales near schools could reduce socioeconomic disparities, new study shows
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Banning tobacco sales within 1,000 feet of schools could reduce socioeconomic and racial/ethnic disparities in tobacco density...
Italy quake death toll hits 267, state funeral planned
Hillary Clinton says family’s foundation looking for partners
By Steve Scherer and Gabriele Pileri PESCARA DEL TRONTO, Italy (Reuters) – Hopes of finding more survivors faded on...
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton on Friday said the Clinton Foundation was...
FDA warns former Sun Pharma US drug factory over quality concerns
Zika virus’s spread pushes testing labs to expand capacity
MUMBAI – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has pulled up a former Sun Pharmaceutical drug factory for “knowingly”...
As summer drew near, the nation’s health officials took stock of whether they could handle a surge in demand for Zika diagnostic...
Lifelike baby dolls not effective birth control, study finds
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A weekend spent mothering a robot baby to mirror the “real experience” of parenting is meant to discourage teenage girls...
t’s a dilemma more and more cancer patients will face as genetic testing becomes part of everyday health care: When a...
Man recovering after being electrocuted by power lines
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An Atlanta-area man is recovering after being severely burned and electrocuted while on the job. Fox 5 Atlanta reported that...
A weekend spent mothering a robot baby to mirror the “real experience” of parenting is meant to discourage teenage girls...
Man recovering after being electrocuted by power lines
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An Atlanta-area man is recovering after being severely burned and electrocuted while on the job. Fox 5 Atlanta reported that...
t’s a dilemma more and more cancer patients will face as genetic testing becomes part of everyday health care: When a...
UN agency: No confirmed Zika cases linked to Rio Olympics
Zika virus’s spread pushes testing labs to expand capacity
The U.N. health agency says reports from national authorities indicate no confirmed laboratory cases of the Zika virus in...
As summer drew near, the nation’s health officials took stock of whether they could handle a surge in demand for Zika diagnostic...
Stiff arteries can negatively impact memory and vital brain processes
TSRI study sheds light on how mitochondrial calcium can affect learning and memory
As we age, our arteries gradually become less flexible, making it harder for the heart to pump blood throughout the body....
New report documents fetal brain abnormalities linked to congenital Zika infection In a special report released August 23 in the journal Radiology, a team of researchers including Deborah Levine, MD, Director...
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While calcium’s importance for our bones and teeth is well known, its role in neurons—in particular, its effects...
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NHS England trusts sent letters asking to name struggling departments Hospitals may have to move services to larger hospitals...
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Soaring number of boys are being born with genital disorders – and experts say gender-bending chemicals and fatty diets are to blame
Psoriasis sufferer asked to leave a swimming pool because of her red flaky skin
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Nursery nurse, 17, told her stomach cramps were period pains actually had cervical cancer and can now never have children Amy Heatman visited her GP after her cramps had became unbearable Symptoms of cervical cancer were ignored because of her...
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Picking Up This Habit During Marriage Increases Your Risk for Divorce
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Ontario health minister asks doctors: do you want to be a union?
Debunking Zambia’s prostate cancer myths
Ontario’s health minister is asking the province’s doctors if binding arbitration is so important that they...
Medical reports show that African men suffer disproportionately from prostate cancer compared to men from other parts of...
Egyptian women say doctors don’t discourage female genital cutting
Polio eradication effort challenged, but not derailed
A 2013 photo of a billboard next to a major highway in Egypt that calls for “the beginning...
Those of us who work to eradicate polio have been extremely pleased that the number of polio cases has been reduced by 99.9...
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More chemo drugs don’t improve treatment of rare bone cancer
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Osteosarcoma patients with tumors that haven’t responded well to the standard chemotherapy regimen have unimproved...
Clearing up common myths about psoriasis
Research center completes 10-year evaluation of health care study
The review, entitled “Combining biologic and phototherapy treatments for psoriasis: safety, efficacy, and patient acceptability,”...
The Center for Health Care Policy and Research (CHCPR) at Penn State has completed a novel 10year evaluation of a massive...
Report explores factors that might attract children to marijuana edibles
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Roasted veggies — like crispy brussels sprouts, crunchy cauliflower or caramelized root vegetables — can taste like a...
Meet the canine hospital worker who sniffs out danger of superbugs
Robot baby schemes may increase teen pregnancy: study
According to the the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, even many of the nation’s leading medical institutions...
Sydney (AFP) – Electronic dolls designed to reduce the rate of teenage pregnancy do not work, a new study has found,...
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Judge rejects prosecutor request to appeal Pistorius sentence
Japan warns on measles after infected fan joins Bieber concert
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) – A South African judge said on Friday she would not grant permission to state prosecutors to...
Japanese authorities have warned of a possible measles outbreak after a fan who went to a Justin Bieber concert near Tokyo...
Icahn explored selling Herbalife stake to group that included Ackman: WSJ
FDA warns former Sun Pharma U.S. drug factory over quality concerns
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MUMBAI The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has pulled up a former Sun Pharmaceutical drug factory for “knowingly”...
Exposure to 9/11 disaster tied to low birthweight, preterm delivery
Research findings point to potential drug targets to improve angiogenesis in diabetes patients
For years following the events of September 11, 2001 in lower Manhattan, the disaster and its aftermath may have affected...
Diabetes heightens the risk of vascular damage to heart and limbs, and impairs the ability to repair damage with new growth...
Scientists isolate new multicomponent virus from mosquitoes
Study reveals how pluripotency differs among mice, monkeys, and humans
Scientists have identified a new “multicomponent” virus — one containing different segments of genetic...
Not too shabby, humans. New research shows that certain primate stem cells have pluripotency superior to some types derived...
Researchers show how cannabinoids affect vision
Planned Parenthood Joins Campaign To Rid Miami Neighborhoods Of Zika
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More to rainbows than meets the eye
Discovery of a novel Wnt inhibitor with potential to eradicate colorectal cancer stem cells
In-depth review charts the scientific understanding of rainbows and highlights the many practical applications of this fascinating...
Novel inhibitory brain receptor may be mechanism for remission of epilepsy in adolescence Brooklyn, NY – More than half of children with epilepsy outgrow their seizures, yet the mechanism underlying this remission...
A team including the National Cancer Center (NCC) (Tokyo, Japan), the RIKEN Center for Life Science Technologies (CLST) (Yokohama,...
Number of dead in Italy quake climbs, first funerals to be held By Steve Scherer and Gabriele Pileri PESCARA DEL TRONTO, Italy (Reuters) – The death toll from an earthquake that flattened...
California judge considers new physician-assisted suicide law
South African prosecutors challenge Pistorius’ six-year sentence
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JOHANNESBURG, Aug 26 (Reuters) – South African state prosecutors sought permission on Friday to appeal Oscar Pistorius’...
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Gene fusions in esophageal adenocarcinomas offer new molecular insights into lethal cancer
Majority of cancers can be caused by infectious agents in sub-Saharan Africa, reveals study
Despite years of research, cellular mechanisms contributing to cancers like esophageal adenocarcinoma have remained elusive....
In 1963, Irish surgeon Denis Parson Burkitt airmailed samples of an unusual jaw tumor found in Ugandan children to his colleague,...
Researchers develop new method to culture norovirus in intestinal cells
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Study explores relationship between moderate-vigorous exercise and psychotic symptoms
New biomaterial allows scientists to study how stem cells sense stiffness of surrounding environment
Physical activity can help reduce cardiovascular disease and premature mortality in people with psychological problems. However,...
A new biomaterial can be used to study how and when stem cells sense the mechanics of their surrounding environment, found...
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Why We Need To Make Space For Quiet Teachers
Oxygen can impair cancer immunotherapy in mice
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Researchers have identified a mechanism in mice by which anticancer immune responses are inhibited within the lungs, a common...
Study examines financial conflict of interests among NCCN guideline authors
Insights on lung micro-environment explain why cancer spreads to the lungs
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Research reveals how PSD forms and why defects can cause autism
Well-wrapped feces allow lobsters to eat jellyfish stingers without injury
All neurons in our brain are wired via a micronsized connection unit called synapse, and each synapse contains a layer...
Lobsters eat jellyfish without harm from the venomous stingers due to a series of physical adaptations. Researchers from...
The Lancet: Baby simulator program may make teenage girls more, not less, likely to become pregnant
Italy quake death toll rises to 267; nearly 400 hospitalized
Similar programmes reportedly used in schools in 89 countries, including the USA Authors of the randomised trial warn...
ROME (Reuters) – The number of people killed in the massive earthquake that shook central Italy on Wednesday rose to...
China seeks to assuage consumer fears over GMO foods
Efficient cookstoves save trees – and chickens
BEIJING (Reuters) – China’s agriculture ministry said it would back new laws on genetically modified (GMO) food...
By Moraa Obiria GICHANGI, Kenya (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Farmers in Kenya’s Laikipia County have found...
New camera technology paired with electron microscope allows biologists to see tiny cellular components
Researchers trace roots of humane medical practices to pioneering French physician
Using a new, lightning-fast camera paired with an electron microscope, Columbia University Medical Center scientists have...
Researchers at Barrow Neurological Institute have traced the roots of humane medical practices to a pioneering French physician...
Liver cancer time-bomb as up to 70% people with Hep C miss out on followup testing
Scientists develop new predictive model to help identify sudden cardiac death
Up to 70 per cent of Victorians with suspected hepatitis C may not have received follow-up testing, putting them at risk...
Researchers from Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health developed a sudden cardiac death (SCD) predictive model that...
Russia, Fuming at Paralympics Ban, Steps Up Campaign Against WhistleBlower
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Salk scientists map brain’s action center
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LA JOLLA–When you reach for that pan of brownies, a ball-shaped brain structure called the striatum is critical for...
DURHAM, N.C. – The forward march of science often blunders into the realization that nature’s way of doing things...
New method creates endless supply of kidney precursor cells
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Number of tuberculosis cases in India is double current estimates, says new study
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The number of cases of tuberculosis (TB) in India may be up to two to three times higher than current estimates, suggests...
If you ask two different doctors about e-cigarettes, you might get two different answers. Whether you want to know about...
Theranos to appeal regulatory sanctions on its lab
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Blood-testing company Theranos Inc said it plans to appeal the sanctions imposed by a U.S. regulator last month on one...
LOS ANGELES – In a swift end to a long legal battle, a brain-dead California toddler died Thursday after being taken...
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Why Some Runs Just Suck—and What to Do About It
If you’ve ever climbed a giant set of stairs and felt sore the next day (who hasn’t?), you know that step exercises...
RELATED: 10 People Who Look Better Running Than You Do on Monday Morning Sound familiar? Hey, you’re not alone. While...
This Woman’s Photo Shows What Happens to Your Skin When You Lose 90 Pounds
8/25: Trump doubles down on calling Clinton a bigot; National Park Service celebrates 100th anniversary
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August 25, 2016, 6:30 PM|Admission fees are being waived at all 412 national parks for the weekend as the National Park Service...
Physicists discovered new peculiarities of a material with a giant magnetocaloric effect
How easy is it to spot a lie? “Who broke Grandma’s favorite vase?” As you listen to a chorus of “I don’t know” and...
The magnetocaloric effect (MCE) is manifested in cooling or heating of the magnetic material (a material having magnetic...
What digital divide? Seniors embrace social technology
New method in synthesis and development for pharmaceuticals
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Contrary to popular belief, older adults enjoy emailing, instant messaging, Facebook and other...
A new research, affiliated with UNIST has been highlighted on the inside front cover of the June issue of the prestigious...
Louisiana Tech University uses underground radar to locate postKatrina damage
University of Toronto scientists solve puzzle of converting gaseous carbon dioxide to fuel
RUSTON, La. – An innovative underground radar technology developed at Louisiana Tech University is helping the City...
TORONTO, ON – Every year, humans advance climate change and global warming – and quite likely our own eventual...
California toddler in middle of legal fight dies after ventilator removed
Purslane production practices enhance nutritional value
LOS ANGELES – In a swift end to a long legal battle, a brain-dead California toddler died Thursday after being taken...
KNOXVILLE, TN – Although purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is considered a problematic weed in the United States, it is...
Sustainable alternative to methyl bromide for tomato production
Biofuels not as ‘green’ as many think
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Transplant patient: ‘My third face’
Concerns raised over teenage pregnancy ‘magic dolls’
Patrick Hardison, the volunteer fireman who underwent the world’s most extensive face transplant has been speaking...
NHS cuts ‘planned across England’ Plans are being drawn up that could see cuts to NHS services across England. The BBC has seen draft sustainability and transformation...
Teenage pregnancy prevention programmes which use “magic dolls” to simulate the needs of a new baby do not work,...
New test needed to assess the quality and safety of sunglasses Revision of standards is needed to test sunglasses quality and establish safe limits for the lenses’ UV filters, according...
Israeli lifestyle and environment may pose exceptional risks for Hodgkin’s lymphoma
Experts say inexpensive drug could slow heart disease for type 1 diabetic patients
Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (HL) is a common malignancy in early adulthood, accounting for approximately 30 percent of all...
Scientists at Newcastle University believe a drug commonly prescribed for Type 2 diabetes could be routinely taken by Type...
Mylan to Offer Some Patients Aid on Cost of EpiPens
Solar activity has a direct impact on Earth’s cloud cover
Responding to a growing furor from consumers and politicians, the pharmaceutical company Mylan said on Thursday that it would...
A team of scientists from the National Space Institute at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU Space) and the Racah Institute...
Going green is for girls — but branding can make men eco-friendly
Special report documents Zika virus’ impact on the fetal brain
Studies show that men are not as environmentally friendly as women. Let’s face it, not too many “man caves”...
BOSTON – In a special report released August 23 in the journal Radiology, a team of researchers including Deborah...
Successful recycling: Protein quality control in the cell
Altering stem cell perception of tissue stiffness may help treat musculoskeletal disorders
Proteins perform a wide range of tasks within cells. For everything to run smoothly, the cell must make sure that all the...
How telecommuting can cause leadership issues for your company Google “telecommuting” and you’ll find business articles like: “Four reasons why telecommuting...
PHILADELPHIA – A new biomaterial can be used to study how and when stem cells sense the mechanics of their surrounding...
New study examines effects of various lifestyle changes on improving cardiovascular profile If you’re not sure of the best way to improve your cardiovascular health, results of a US study suggest that it doesn’t...
Tanzania’s army of community health workers face mistrust as they roll out services
Potentially deadly heart condition plagues family members around same age
By Kizito Makoye DAR ES SALAAM (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – One of the biggest tests of Justine Michael’s job...
“This study allows us to better appreciate the playbook of aortic dissection,” said John A. Elefteriades, MD,...
Heartbreaking story of the brothers battling a cruel genetic disorder
Heartbreaking story of the brothers battling a cruel genetic disorder
As babies, Adam and Neil Pearson looked so similar that their mother often mixed them up. Now, they look so different it...
As babies, Adam and Neil Pearson looked so similar that their mother often mixed them up. Now, they look so different it...
Zika virus can stay in the vagina days after being sexually transmitted
Zika virus can stay in the vagina days after being sexually transmitted
Zika virus reproduces in the vaginal tissue of pregnant mice, study found It then grew and spread from the genitals to the...
Zika virus reproduces in the vaginal tissue of pregnant mice, study found It then grew and spread from the genitals to the...
Lifelike baby dolls designed to deter
Lifelike baby dolls designed to deter
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teenagers from having children actually RAISE pregnancy rates
teenagers from having children actually RAISE pregnancy rates
Lifelike baby dolls designed to deter teenage girls from having children actually raise pregnancy rates, a major study...
Lifelike baby dolls designed to deter teenage girls from having children actually raise pregnancy rates, a major study...
Native Americans Protest New Oil Pipeline In North Dakota
Native Americans Protest New Oil Pipeline In North Dakota
Native Americans and environmentalists are protesting a pipeline slated to carry a half a million barrels of crude daily...
Native Americans and environmentalists are protesting a pipeline slated to carry a half a million barrels of crude daily...
New Virus Breaks The Rules Of Infection
New Virus Breaks The Rules Of Infection
Enlarge this image These are insect cells infected with the Guaico Culex virus. The different colors denote...
Enlarge this image These are insect cells infected with the Guaico Culex virus. The different colors denote...
Psychiatrist diagnosed local optician without meeting him
Psychiatrist diagnosed local optician without meeting him
A Burlington optician is outraged after discovering a psychiatrist he’d never met wrote a critical twopage psychiatric evaluation...
A Burlington optician is outraged after discovering a psychiatrist he’d never met wrote a critical twopage psychiatric evaluation...
US teens more likely to vape for flavorings than nicotine in e-cigarettes
US teens more likely to vape for flavorings than nicotine in e-cigarettes
US teens are more likely to vape for the flavourings found in e-cigarettes rather than nicotine, suggests research published...
US teens are more likely to vape for the flavourings found in e-cigarettes rather than nicotine, suggests research published...
The Lesson My Scars Taught Me
The Lesson My Scars Taught Me
As a young woman, I convinced myself that I needed to have perfect skin in order to find true love. Everything was on a superficial...
As a young woman, I convinced myself that I needed to have perfect skin in order to find true love. Everything was on a superficial...
How To Hack Your Brain To Destroy Procrastination, According To Harvard Research
How To Hack Your Brain To Destroy Procrastination, According To Harvard Research
Sometimes we find ourselves returning to a task repeatedly, still unwilling to take the first step. We hear a little voice...
Sometimes we find ourselves returning to a task repeatedly, still unwilling to take the first step. We hear a little voice...
EpiPen maker responds to price-hike criticism
EpiPen maker responds to price-hike criticism
August 25, 2016, 6:39 PM|Mylan CEO Heather Bresch went on the offensive Thursday as the company announced it would provide...
August 25, 2016, 6:39 PM|Mylan CEO Heather Bresch went on the offensive Thursday as the company announced it would provide...
Elephant tranquilizer blamed for recent wave of heroin overdoses
Dozens of Ohio overdoses blamed on heroin mixed with elephant tranquilizer
August 25, 2016, 6:41 PM|Addicts often don’t know what is mixed into the heroin they’ve picked up from their...
AKRON, Ohio — A medical examiner in Ohio has issued a public warning about a dangerous drug that hit the streets this...
Dozens of Ohio overdoses blamed on heroin mixed with elephant tranquilizer
NASA examines threatening tropical disturbance in eastern Caribbean Sea
AKRON, Ohio — A medical examiner in Ohio has issued a public warning about a dangerous drug that hit the streets this...
NASA analyzed the rainfall and cloud heights in an area of low pressure designated as System 99L that bringing rains and...
NASA examines threatening tropical disturbance in eastern Caribbean Sea
Tropical Depression 14W gets absorbed by system 92W
NASA analyzed the rainfall and cloud heights in an area of low pressure designated as System 99L that bringing rains and...
Tropical Depression 14W was absorbed by another nearby tropical low pressure system in the Northwestern Pacific Ocean as...
Tropical Depression 14W gets absorbed by system 92W
NASA sees examines new tropical storm in infrared light
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Tropical Depression 14W was absorbed by another nearby tropical low pressure system in the Northwestern Pacific Ocean as...
When NASA’s Aqua satellite passed over the eastern Pacific Ocean it looked at a newly developed tropical depression...
NASA sees examines new tropical storm in infrared light
Investigating the relationship between low physical activity and psychotic symptoms
When NASA’s Aqua satellite passed over the eastern Pacific Ocean it looked at a newly developed tropical depression...
Investigating the relationship between low physical activity and psychotic symptoms Physical activity can help reduce cardiovascular disease and premature mortality in people with psychological problems. However,...
New diagnostic instrument sees deeper into the ear CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — A new device developed by researchers at MIT and a physician at Connecticut Children’s Medical...
Fused genes found in esophageal cancer cells offer new clues on disease mechanisms Despite years of research, cellular mechanisms contributing to cancers like esophageal adenocarcinoma have remained elusive....
Orlando hospitals won’t charge nightclub shooting victims for care By Colleen Jenkins (Reuters) – Two Florida hospitals will not seek payment of medical bills from the dozens of people...
‘Baby Simulator’ Programs May Make Teen Girls More Likely to Become Pregnant, Study Finds Though they are designed to help deter teen pregnancies, school programs that involve the use of “baby simulators”...
Physical activity can help reduce cardiovascular disease and premature mortality in people with psychological problems. However,...
New diagnostic instrument sees deeper into the ear CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — A new device developed by researchers at MIT and a physician at Connecticut Children’s Medical...
Fused genes found in esophageal cancer cells offer new clues on disease mechanisms Despite years of research, cellular mechanisms contributing to cancers like esophageal adenocarcinoma have remained elusive....
Orlando hospitals won’t charge nightclub shooting victims for care By Colleen Jenkins (Reuters) – Two Florida hospitals will not seek payment of medical bills from the dozens of people...
‘Baby Simulator’ Programs May Make Teen Girls More Likely to Become Pregnant, Study Finds Though they are designed to help deter teen pregnancies, school programs that involve the use of “baby simulators”...
Task Force Explores Why Texas Had Higher Pregnancy Death Rates in Study Texas officials are working to understand why more women across the state have been dying either during pregnancy or shortly...
Task Force Explores Why Texas Had Higher Pregnancy Death Rates in Study
UN agency: No confirmed Zika cases linked to Rio Olympics
Texas officials are working to understand why more women across the state have been dying either during pregnancy or shortly...
GENEVA (AP) — The U.N. health agency says reports from national authorities indicate no confirmed laboratory cases of the...
UN agency: No confirmed Zika cases linked to Rio Olympics
Study finds most teens vaping fruity flavors, not nicotine
GENEVA (AP) — The U.N. health agency says reports from national authorities indicate no confirmed laboratory cases of the...
NEW YORK (AP) — Health officials warn that electronic cigarettes and other vaping devices are poisoning kids with nicotine....
Study finds most teens vaping fruity flavors, not nicotine
Hundreds challenge human pyramid limits at Indian Hindu festival
NEW YORK (AP) — Health officials warn that electronic cigarettes and other vaping devices are poisoning kids with nicotine....
By Reuters Staff (Reuters) – Hundreds of people attending a Hindu festival in India’s western Maharashtra state...
Hundreds challenge human pyramid limits at Indian Hindu festival
Hair transplants make men look more attractive, youthful: survey
By Reuters Staff (Reuters) – Hundreds of people attending a Hindu festival in India’s western
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Hair transplants make men look more attractive, youthful: survey
Lung cancer doctors eye Merck’s Keytruda over Bristol’s Opdivo
(Reuters Health) – Balding men who seek to look better or younger by undergoing hair transplants are on the right...
Recent clinical trial results are likely to lead doctors to treat more patients who have a common form of lung cancer...
6 Natural Back Pain Remedies
Looking to saliva to gain insight on evolution
Back pain is among the most common health conditions in the U.S. — afflicting up to 80 percent of Americans at some point...
BUFFALO, N.Y. — There’s no need to reinvent the genetic wheel. That’s one lesson of a new study that looks...
Season of Conception May Affect Fetal Brain Growth
Immune system infighting explains pancreatic cancer’s aggression
Children conceived during the winter are more likely to have learning disabilities, and a mother’s exposure to sunlight...
Internal conflict between cell types explains why the immune system struggles to recognize and attack pancreatic cancer....
Solving a 48 year old mystery: Scientists grow noroviruses in human intestinal cell cultures
RAND and Lawrence Livermore National Lab combine computing & public policy analysis
Human noroviruses – the leading viral cause of acute diarrhea around the world – have been difficult to study...
Researchers from the RAND Corporation and the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have joined forces to combine high-performance...
In sub-Saharan Africa, cancer can be an infectious disease
New genetic markers linked to fast rate of nicotine metabolism in smokers may raise risk for lung cancer
In 1963, Irish surgeon Denis Parson Burkitt airmailed samples of an unusual jaw tumor found in Ugandan children to his...
University of Hawai’i Cancer Center researchers discovered new genetic markers associated with a fast rate of nicotine...
High-tech alternative to brain surgery safe, effective for treatment of essential tremor
Study shows prehospital thrombolysis delivered in STEMO improves outcomes in stroke patients
A study published today in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine offers the most indepth assessment yet of the...
When treating a patient with stroke, every minute counts. A specialized stroke ambulance (Stroke Emergency Mobile or STEMO)...
New study uses evolutionary theory to predict cancer risk in patients with Barrett’s esophagus
So This Is What Kim Kardashian Eats on Her Cheat Days
A disorder known as Barrett’s esophagus (BE) affects some 200,000 Americans each year. The condition, which is caused...
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The One Factor That Might Be Sabotaging Your Booty Workouts
‘My Drunkorexia Sent Me to Rehab When I Was Just 24 Years Old’
We’ve all heard claims that sitting on your butt all day can literally flatten even the most Beyoncé-like booty—but...
“Drunkorexia is not a formal diagnosis, but it’s being looked at as a precursor to problem drinking or disordered eating,”...
Native Americans Protest New Oil Pipeline In South Dakota
Dozens of Vancouver overdoses, as 24hour supervised site opens
Native Americans and environmentalists are protesting a pipeline slated to carry a half a million barrels of crude daily...
Tom Gordon is not one of the dozens of people who have overdosed in Vancouver over the past 24 hours, but he’s no stranger...
Stem cell propagation fuels cancer risk in different organs
New research reveals cancers need a ‘perfect storm’ of conditions to develop
The idea that stem cells – special cells that divide to repair and generate tissues – might be the major determinant...
Graphical definition of stem cells. Credit: Cancer Research UK Scientists have demonstrated...
Study shows protein complex essential to creating healthy blood cells
Zika virus may persist in the vagina days after infection
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A group of proteins best known for helping to activate all mammalian genes has been found to play a particularly commanding...
Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of Zika virus. Credit: Cynthia Goldsmith/Centers for Disease...
Memory activation before exposure reduces life-long fear of spiders
Children with food allergies predisposed to asthma, rhinitis
You’re shipwrecked on a desert island. You wander from your base camp in desperation, searching for water. Suddenly,...
Children with a history of food allergy have a high risk of developing asthma and allergic rhinitis during childhood as...
Researchers find roots of modern humane treatment
Baby simulator program may make teenage girls more, not less, likely to become pregnant
Researchers at Barrow Neurological Institute have traced the roots of humane medical practices to a pioneering French physician...
Here’s How To Plan Big To ‘Make It Big’ After putting your future plans in sight, begin to describe 10-year, 5-year, yearly, monthly, weekly and daily goals for...
A teenage pregnancy prevention programme involving a baby simulator does not appear to have any long-term effect on reducing...
Why Aren’t More Parents Vaccinating Their Kids Against Cancer? If there were a vaccine that could protect your 11year-old son from getting cancer as an adult, you’d make sure he got...
Proposed Seattle Homeless Shelter May Allow Residents To Use Heroin
Gwen Jorgensen: Down Time Helped Me Win Gold In Rio
As Seattle continues to battle its heroin crisis, a group tasked with addressing the issue is pushing an unconventional tactic...
I am fortunate to have Patrick’s support throughout this process; many other athletes spend critical recovery time doing...
Feminist Artist Makes Women’s Bushes Bloom In Surreal Tribute To Mothers
Addict describes overdosing on carfentanil
“At first, I simply wanted [the project] to depict my personal feelings,” Sophie said. “Not especially to share with...
August 25, 2016, 3:56 PM|Carfentanil, a drug so powerful it’s used as an elephant tranquilizer, is being blamed for...
Did teen pregnancy prevention class have opposite effect?
NASA sees heavy rain in Gaston as it fights wind shear
Teen girls who took part in a popular type of pregnancy prevention program were actually more – not less – likely...
Gaston was a hurricane when the Global Precipitation Measurement mission or GPM core satellite passed overhead and found...
Symmetry crucial for building key biomaterial collagen in the lab
CU researchers find genetic links for facial size and shape
MADISON, Wis. — Collagen makes up the cartilage in our knee joints, the vessels that transport our blood, and is...
AURORA, Colo. (Aug. 25, 2016) – While it is clear that there is a strong genetic component to the human face, there...
Basic research fuels advanced discovery
Designing ultrasound tools with Legolike proteins
Clinical trials and translational medicine have certainly given people hope and rapid pathways to cures for some of mankind’s...
Ultrasound imaging is used around the world to help visualize developing babies and diagnose diseases. Sound waves bounce...
Public health researchers develop model to predict Sudden Cardiac Death
Japan’s ANA finds problem with Boeing 787 Rolls-Royce engines, cancels some flights
Researchers from Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health developed a sudden cardiac death (SCD) predictive model that...
Judge rejects doctors’ lawsuit against Quackwatch website NEW YORK (AP) — A New York judge has thrown out a defamation lawsuit that two pioneers in the anti-aging movement brought...
Italy’s Renzi promises to rebuild
TOKYO/LONDON (Reuters) – Japanese carrier ANA Holdings 9202.T needs to replace damaged compressor blades in the Rolls-Royce...
Asylum seekers and refugees donate money, help clearing up after Italian earthquake By Pietro Lombardi LONDON (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Asylum seekers in Italy have rallied to help survivors of...
Climate change to double number of
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ROME (Reuters) – Italy will rebuild communities devastated by this week’s earthquake and will relaunch efforts...
Paris (AFP) – Climate change and the spread of invasive ragweed are set to double the number of seasonal allergy sufferers...
‘Baby Simulator’ Programs May Make Teen Girls More, Not Less, Likely to Become Pregnant, Study Finds
Exposure to 9/11 disaster tied to low birthweight, preterm delivery
Though they are designed to help deter teen pregnancies, school programs that involve the use of “baby simulators”...
(Reuters Health) – For years following the events of September 11, 2001 in lower Manhattan, the disaster and its...
Research findings pave way to effective strategies for treatment of visceral leishmaniasis
Study reports significant under-use of topical INS therapy for chronic rhinosinusitis patients
A study shows that stimulating the production of interleukin-17A (IL-17A), one of the cytokines released by cells of the...
Topical intranasal steroid therapy continues to be underused for patients with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) despite practice...
Researchers developing new EMR toolkit to predict risk of hospital readmission in real-time
New study looks to saliva of humans and primates to gain insights into evolution
An estimated 95% of hospitals in the United States use electronic medical records (EMR) to manage and report on patient medical...
There’s no need to reinvent the genetic wheel. That’s one lesson of a new study that looks to the saliva of humans,...
UCSF researchers identify new strategy to cultivate beneficial energy-burning fat
Simple changes to car’s ventilation system during traffic jams may limit exposure to pollution
UC San Francisco researchers studying beige fat — a calorie-burning tissue that can help to ward off obesity and diabetes...
With millions of motorists set to hit the road for the bank holiday weekend, drivers have been urged to close windows and...
Government slashes alcohol intake for men but doctors fear amount is still unsafe for women
Electron microscopy reveals how vitamin A enters the cell
New alcohol guidelines could encourage women to drink at unsafe levels, doctors have warned. The government’s recommendations...
Using a new, lightning-fast camera paired with an electron microscope, Columbia University Medical Center...
Dozens of Vancouver overdoses, despite 24-hour supervised site opening
Digital forms of dating violence are on the rise—what school nurses need to know
Tom Gordon is not one of the dozens of people who have overdosed in Vancouver over the past 24 hours, but he’s no stranger...
Why do some people want to live a very long time, while others would prefer to die relatively young? In a latest study, a...
Risk of adolescents being overweight impacted by neighborhood education, income levels
Music therapy helps preemie babies thrive
A new Kaiser Permanente study found an increased risk for becoming overweight or obese among normal-weight 18-year-olds...
Face shape is in the genes Five genes have been found to determine human facial shapes, as reported by researchers from the Netherlands, Germany, Canada,...
Broadly neutralizing HIV antibodies engineered to be better vaccine leads Minimal mutation of HIV-1 broadly neutralizing antibodies to guide reductionist vaccine design....
Solving a 48 year old mystery: Scientists succeed at growing noroviruses in
(HealthDay)—The soothing sound of mom singing may help premature newborns breathe easier, a new review...
Fighting penicilliosis—identification of fungal protein Mp1p as virulence factor Fungal cells (black arrows) in mouse liver infected with virulent T. marneffei strain that produces...
Targeting low-oxygen patches inside lung cancer tumors could help prevent drug resistance The drug erlotinib is highly effective in treating advanced-stage lung cancer patients whose tumors have a particular gene...
Leaky Gut: Signs, Symptoms And Healing
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human intestinal cell cultures in the lab Norovirus. Credit: CDC Human noroviruses – the leading viral cause of acute diarrhea around...
But it’s not always that easy to keep the lining of that tube intact. Chronic stress, medications, poor food choices...
Health Care For The Workforce Of The 21st Century
TOP 10 Things NOT To Do During Mercury Retrograde (Aug. 30-Sept. 22)
To conclude, public administrations of both developing and developed economies face similar challenges and need to answer...
These sorts of problems arise during Mercury retrograde because all of sudden, normal communication becomes unreliable, filled...
Why Are We So Obsessed With Pimple Popping?
Why This Mom Won’t Let Her Daughter Watch ‘The Bachelor’
Often there’s a fine line between fascinating and repulsive — as Kanye West proves. Within the gray area, popping...
Addressing Billie-Violet, Hall writes, “I have had to reside myself and give in to the great competition that is our society. Your...
Advice doctors give their own kids before college
Researchers find vulnerabilities in iPhone, iPad operating system
Over the next few weeks, bittersweet goodbyes will be taking place all across the country as parents send their children...
An international team of computer science researchers has identified serious security vulnerabilities in the iOS –...
Finding new targets to treat vascular damage
Exposure to chemicals released during fracking may harm fertility
BOSTON – (August 25, 2016) – Diabetes heightens the risk of vascular damage to heart and limbs, and impairs...
COLUMBIA, Mo. – More than 15 million Americans live within a one-mile radius of unconventional oil and gas (UOG)...
NIH-supported researchers develop novel system to grow norovirus in intestinal cells
New study finds low transfer rates of pediatric burn patients in the US
WHAT: Researchers have succeeded in culturing norovirus in human intestinal cells, a breakthrough that could help scientists...
According to a new study from researchers in the Center for Pediatric Trauma Research and the Center for Injury Research...
Barrow researchers find roots of modern humane treatment
‘Unprecedented’ overdose epidemic from fentanyl in US
PHOENIX – Researchers at Barrow Neurological Institute have traced the roots of humane medical practices to a pioneering...
Miami (AFP) – Painkillers containing illegally made fentanyl, a synthetic drug up to 100 times more potent than morphine,...
Zika may persist in vaginal tract: study
Factbox: Why the Clinton Foundation draws both praise and criticism
Miami (AFP) – Zika may replicate in the vagina for several days after infection, said researchers Thursday who relied...
(Reuters) – Since announcing her presidential bid last year, Hillary Clinton has had to field questions about the Bill,...
Italy quake toll hits 250 as rescuers search flattened towns
Illinois man charged with bomb attempt ruled mentally unfit
By Steve Scherer and Gabriele Pileri AMATRICE, Italy (Reuters) – The death toll from a devastating earthquake in central...
(Reuters) – A U.S. judge ruled on Thursday that a Chicago-area man was mentally incompetent to stand trial on charges...
Deal agreed to end long siege of Damascus suburb: rebel leader, locals
Weight loss supplement may induce mania in certain people
AMMAN (Reuters) – Rebels and Syria’s army agreed a deal on Thursday to evacuate all residents and insurgents...
The weight loss supplement garcinia cambogia may have the unwanted side effect of inducing mania, which is a feeling of an...
Walgreens clinics run by Catholic nonprofit to include birth control
US pharmacies sell cigarettes for less than other stores
The nonprofit Catholic organization SSM Health will provide birth control pills at the 26 clinics inside St. Louis-area Walgreens...
Cigarettes are often cheaper at the very place that people shop for health supplies and fill medicine prescriptions, according...
Cash may convince some smokers to quit
U.S. pharmacies sell cigarettes for less than other stores
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Walgreens clinics run by Catholic nonprofit to include birth control
Cash may convince some smokers to quit
The nonprofit Catholic organization SSM Health will provide birth control pills at the 26 clinics inside St. Louis-area Walgreens...
Paying smokers to quit and giving them more money the longer they avoid cigarettes might help get more people to kick the...
US pharmacies sell cigarettes for less than other stores
Skipping Life-Saving Drugs After Heart Attack Can Be Fatal
Cigarettes are often cheaper at the very place that people shop for health supplies and fill medicine prescriptions, according...
Many patients who have clogged arteries or survive a heart attack don’t consistently take medications prescribed to...
Boosting Brain Protein Eases Alzheimer’s Symptoms
Cloned Zika Created for Vaccine Efforts
Researchers at the Salk Institute have alleviated characteristics of Alzheimer’s disease by boosting a protein in...
FDA OK’s Broader Use of Heart Valve Procedure Government regulators have agreed to allow the use of an aortic valve replacement device, a decision that will enable more...
Nanoparticle that mimics salmonella counteracts chemotherapy resistance Working with mouse models of colon and breast cancer, Beth McCormick, Ph.D., and her colleagues demonstrated that when combined...
Government scientists say they’ve cloned an epidemic strain of Zika they hope will aid them in developing a vaccine to...
Lab-on-a-stick: Miniaturized clinical testing for fast detection of antibiotic resistance The new test termed Lab-on-a-Stick is an inexpensive microfluidic strip — comprising of tiny test tubes about the size...
Hurricanes are worse, but experience, gender and politics determine if you believe it Objective measurements of storm intensity show that North Atlantic hurricanes have grown more destructive in recent decades....
UTA physicists to upgrade Titan supercomputer software for extreme scale applications
Dartmouth Institute-led team developing universal toolkit to predict hospital readmission risk
Physicists at The University of Texas at Arlington have been awarded a new $1.06 million grant from the U.S. Department...
An estimated 95% of hospitals in the United States use electronic medical records (EMR) to manage and report on patient...
Teachers workshop at the International Congress of Entomology in Orlando
Case Western Reserve researchers receive major NIH renewal grant to build on progress in understanding Crohn’s disease
School teachers from Florida and other states are invited to attend a workshop on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at the Orange...
Reseachers develop new method for purifying wastewater from nopal slobber In the world, four billion people suffer from water shortages at least one month a year, according to data from the World...
Fabio Cominelli, MD, PhD, a professor in the departments of Medicine and Pathology at Case Western Reserve University School...
Western dietary pattern linked to risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease Globally, about 42 million people now have dementia, with Alzheimer’s disease as the most common type of dementia....
Large infant faeces study investigates how bacterial community changes in baby’s gut
Lancaster researchers look for better ways to let go emotionally-charged digital possessions
Daily samples of baby poo taken throughout a full year will reveal how the bacterial community changes in the gut of infants. The...
Researchers are looking at better ways of helping grieving people let go of emotionally-charged digital content after the...
Study reveals disadvantaged neighborhood puts teens at increased risk for being overweight or obese
Children with existing food allergy at increased risk of developing asthma and rhinitis
A new Kaiser Permanente study found an
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Coventry mum says daughter’s childhood has been ‘robbed’ after she started puberty aged SIX
Drink no more than 6 glasses of wine a week: Government slashes alcohol intake for men
A mother has told how her daughter has been ‘robbed’ of a normal childhood – after hitting puberty at just...
New alcohol guidelines could encourage women to drink at unsafe levels, doctors have warned. The government’s recommendations...
How EpiPen’s maker raised prices, and hackles, so much in U.S.
Vonoprazan-based triple tx feasible for H. pylori
Mylan is bulking up programs that help U.S. patients pay for its EpiPen emergency allergy treatment after criticism that...
(HealthDay)—For eradication of Helicobacter pylori infection, concomitant therapy (CT) is equivalent to sequential therapy...
Serious heart problem a family matter
Higher incidence of edema with bacteriuria in C1-INH-HAE
(HealthDay)—A potentially deadly heart problem can run in families and occur at similar ages, a new...
Special RNA molecules called long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) are key controllers for maintaining immune health when fighting...
Obese women have greater adipose stores of vitamin D
Fracking chemicals exposure may harm fertility in female mice
Why do some people want to live a very long time, while others would prefer to die relatively young? In a latest study, a...
Prenatal exposure to chemicals used in hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, may threaten fertility in female mice, according...
Posttraumatic growth for parents postNICU ‘under-evaluated’
Decision support tools cut CT use in pediatric appendicitis workup
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NFL cheerleader leaves Colts to become pediatric nurse A cheerleader for the Indianapolis Colts traded in her pompoms for a stethoscope after her physician parents were diagnosed...
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Proof That Older People Are Happier Than Those In Their 20s And 30s In the game of life, some may assume that it’s all downhill once you reach middle age. But a new study says otherwise,...
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Mylan deepens discount on some EpiPen sales in U.S. after criticism
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Health bosses are warning the NHS in England is still in a precarious position despite an upturn in its financial performance...
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Women have more allergies to common medications, study says
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A study of more than 1.7 million patients found that women had significantly more allergies to common medications than men. The...
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Being overweight may increase risk of 8 cancers
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Eating a handful of nuts five times per week may reduce inflammation, a condition that contributes to heart disease, diabetes...
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Hay fever misery set to soar: Millions will suffer in the next 40 years as more pollen is released by warmer temperatures
Another Drug Pricing Ripoff The rapid increase in the price of the EpiPen, a device used to give an injection that can save people from deadly allergic...
Climate change ‘increases the amount’ of pollen ragweed plants produce Pollen can travel miles around the continent...
Scaling Back: More Evidence That Soda Taxes Cut Soda Drinking It may seem obvious that taxing sugary drinks causes people to drink less of them. But that’s actually controversial. Now...
The Lancet Global Health: Arab uprising has had long-term effect on health, lowering life expectancy in several countries War in Syria had erased 6 years off male life expectancy by 2013 Syria falling behind countries in Sub-Saharan Africa...
Planet found in habitable zone around nearest star
Field Museum study challenges longstanding scientific theory
Astronomers using ESO telescopes and other facilities have found clear evidence of a planet orbiting the closest star to...
In Lewis Carroll’s “Through the Looking-Glass,” the Red Queen explains to Alice how a race works in Wonderland,...
Breakthrough in understanding of brain development: Immune cell involvement revealed
Graphene under pressure
Okazaki, Japan – Microglia are cells that combat various brain diseases and injuries by swallowing foreign or disruptive...
Elevating brain protein allays symptoms
Small balloons made from one-atom-thick material graphene can withstand enormous pressures, much higher than those at the...
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CAPE TOWN (Reuters) – Veteran South African anti-apartheid campaigner Desmond Tutu checked into a Cape Town hospital...
Without aid, 49,000 children will die this year in northeast Nigeria
Being overweight linked to eight more kinds of cancer
LAGOS (Reuters) – Nearly half a million children around Lake Chad face “severe acute malnutrition” due...
Being overweight can raise the likelihood of being diagnosed with cancers of the stomach and digestive tract, as well as...
Women thrive as the primary breadwinner while men suffer, study finds
Women thrive as the primary breadwinner while men suffer, study finds
Men often take on, and even embrace, the role of primary breadwinner for their families—but a new study suggests that too...
Men often take on, and even embrace, the role of primary breadwinner for their families—but a new study suggests that too...
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Why are we so afraid to leave children alone?
We know that certain behaviors are closely correlated with school outcomes, she said, and educators and policymakers are...
“Without realizing it, we have consistently increased our estimates of the amount of danger facing children left alone...
Study shows lymph node stage may have clinical importance among NSCLC patients with M1a disease
Optimal doses of omega-3 fatty acids appear to improve outcomes from traumatic brain injury
Analysis of a large non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patient cohort with stage IV M1a disease identified lymph node staging...
The treatment of concussions and traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a clinical challenge. Clinical studies thus far have failed...
UCLA researchers use noninvasive ultrasound technique to jump-start brain of coma patient
Study explores how parental use of religious coping strategies in NICU affects family’s interactions
A 25-year-old man recovering from a coma has made remarkable progress following a treatment at UCLA to jump-start his brain...
Understanding how parents cope while their child is in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) could lead to better support...
Non-coding RNAs play key role in maintaining proper balance between fighting infection and inflammation
Researchers find better mental health in older age despite more physical ailments
Special RNA molecules called long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) are key controllers for maintaining immune health when fighting...
While even the best wines eventually peak and turn to vinegar, a new study by researchers at University of California San...
Can Shirataki Noodles Really Help You Lose Weight?
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5 Ways to Rock the Blue Makeup Trend You’ve Seen All Over Instagram Jennifer Walsh is a celebrity makeup artist and TV beauty expert. Summer might be ending soon, but that doesn’t mean...
If you’ve ever Pinterest-ed your face off in search of the almighty, not-too-challenging, but incredibly healthy dinner—and...
Arab uprising has had long-term effect on health, lowering life expectancy in several countries The Arab uprising in 2010 and subsequent wars in the eastern Mediterranean region have had serious detrimental effects on...
MRI-guided focused ultrasound effective to treat essential tremor
Research identifies protein that promotes the breakdown of fat
Treatment with MRI-guided focused ultrasound significantly improves tremors and quality of life in patients with essential...
UT Southwestern researchers (l-r) Dr. Chaofeng Yang, Lisa Hahner, Dr. Perry Bickel, and Dr. Violetta...
Diet, exercise, both: All work equally to protect heart health, study finds
Few Homeless Shelter Workers Are Trained to Administer Heroin Antidote
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Climate analysis makes sense of Antarctic puzzle
Rocky planet found orbiting habitable zone of nearest star
Researchers caution that global warming signals are being masked by random weather variations and report that the human influence...
Washington, DC– An international team of astronomers including Carnegie’s Paul Butler has found clear evidence...
Mutually helpful species become competitors in benign environments
Asthma risk increases when child had bronchiolitis
Nature abounds with examples of mutualistic relationships. Think of bees pollinating flowers whose nectar nourishes the bees,...
Results of a study published in PLOS ONE show that asthma risk increased 17 times when children who had bronchiolitis in...
UCLA scientists use ultrasound to jumpstart a man’s brain after coma
PRB projects world population rising 33 percent by 2050 to nearly 10 billion
A 25-year-old man recovering from a coma has made remarkable progress following a treatment at UCLA to jump-start his brain...
(Washington, DC)–The world population will reach 9.9 billion in 2050, up 33 percent from an estimated 7.4 billion now,...
Italy quake toll rises to nearly 250 as rescuers struggle to find survivors
In Iran, unique system allows payments for kidney donors
By Steve Scherer AMATRICE, Italy (Reuters) – The death toll from a devastating earthquake in central Italy rose sharply...
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — The whirling hum of a dialysis machine could have been the soundtrack to the rest of Zahra Hajikarimi’s...
Orlando hospitals won’t bill victims of Pulse nightclub terror attack
Novartis announces positive phase III results for MS drug siponimod
Two central Florida hospitals will not charge survivors of the Pulse nightclub terror attack for outof-pocket medical expenses,...
ZURICH Novartis AG said a late-stage study showed its oral, once-daily BAF312, or siponimod, reduced the risk of disability...
Orlando hospitals won’t bill victims of Pulse nightclub terror attack
MRI scans may be useful in diagnosing chronic traumatic encephalopathy, study shows
Two central Florida hospitals will not charge survivors of the Pulse nightclub terror attack for outof-pocket medical expenses,...
Early exposure to too much manganese causes attention deficits in rats Manganese is an essential element, required by the body in trace amounts. High levels of exposure can have neurotoxic effects,...
HMS study reveals key instigator of nerve cell damage in ALS patients Scientists from Harvard Medical School have identified a key instigator of nerve cell damage in people with amyotrophic lateral...
Using a new software tool for analyzing MRI scans, the researchers detected the shrinkage of several key brain regions in...
Collaborative launch of immunotherapy clinical trial for children with brain tumors September, 2016 – NEW YORK, NY: A Kids’ Brain Tumor Cure Foundation, Solving Kids’ Cancer and the Ty Louis...
Study finds THC in marijuana affects rats’ willingness to exert cognitive effort New research from the University of British Columbia suggests there may be some truth to the belief that marijuana use causes...
Research supports potential role for cognitive activity in prevention of Alzheimer’s disease
Higher continuity of care for seniors linked to lower risk of visiting emergency department
Are there any ways of preventing or delaying the development of Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of age-associated...
Seniors with traditional Medicare coverage who have more continuity of care – defined as consistently seeing the same...
Type of bacteria in the gut may increase or decrease risk of developing celiac disease
Avoiding foods high in AGEs could help protect from developing diabetes
About 40 per cent of the population have a genetic disposition to celiac disease, but only about one per cent develop the...
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Simple changes in how we cook could go a long way towards preventing diabetes, say researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine...
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Living near a natural gas hydraulic fracturing site is associated with increased rates of sinus problems, migraines and fatigue,...
There’s a reason you, like clockwork, feel sluggish when 3 p.m. rolls around each day. Scientists call it the circadian...
New class of molecules play key role in influencing the immune system
Study: Unconventional natural gas wells associated with migraine, fatigue
In a study published online this week in Science Translational Medicine, investigators from Brigham and Women’s Hospital...
New research suggests that Pennsylvania residents with the highest exposure to active natural gas wells operated by the hydraulic...
Scientists begin to unravel summer jet stream mystery
Psychosis associated with low levels of physical activity
Scientists have discovered the cause of the recent run of miserable wet summers as they begin to unravel the mysteries of...
A large international study of more than 200,000 people in nearly 50 countries has revealed that people with psychosis engage...
New study questions timing in mitral valve repairs
An effective and low-cost solution for storing solar energy
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How can we store solar energy for period when the sun doesn’t shine? One solution is to convert it into hydrogen through...
Simplify, standardize health insurance plans, advise behavioral economists
Mylan Raised EpiPen’s Price Before the Expected Arrival of a Generic
In a new NEJM Catalyst paper, Carnegie Mellon University behavioral economists George Loewenstein and Saurabh Bhargava argue...
In 2012, the company behind the EpiPen settled a lawsuit by agreeing to allow a generic competitor into the market in 2015,...
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UBC researchers plumb the secrets of tissue paper
Everything In This Life Is So ‘Fleeting’ In Nature …?
Canada’s tissue manufacturers are now much closer to producing the perfect paper, thanks to new UBC research. A team...
Chew on this: How we believe our meat is raised can influence how it tastes
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Our beliefs about how farm animals are raised can shape our meat-eating experience, according to a new study led by Lisa...
New Haven, Conn. – A new method for analyzing the chemical composition of stars may help scientists winnow the search...
Post-disaster optimization technique capable of analyzing entire cities
By mid-century, more Antarctic snowfall may help offset sea-level rise
Some problems, says Paolo Bocchini, cannot be solved through intuition. “If you are trying to solve a problem that...
When Antarctica’s air temperature rises, moisture in the atmosphere increases. That should mean more snowfall on the...
NASA’s GPM observes Tropical Storm Gaston’s development
Standing desks lower BMI, research shows
The Global Precipitation Measurement mission or GPM core satellite provided scientists with a look at rainfall rates and...
“Research around the world has shown that standing desks are positive for the teachers in terms of classroom management...
Prescriptions more affordable after U.S. policy changes
Molecular signature shows plants are adapting to increasing atmospheric CO2
Still, more than 20 million adults say they have a hard time paying for their medications. The study demonstrates that an...
Plants are adapting to increasing atmospheric CO2 according to a new study from the University of Southampton. The research,...
New book on sugar-sweetened beverage taxation
Arctic gives clues on worst mass extinction of life
The Evaluation Platform on Obesity Prevention (EPOP) from the Quebec Heart and Lung Institute – Laval University...
96 percent of marine species, and 70 percent of terrestrial life died off in the Permian-Triassic extinction event, as geologists...
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Blake Lively Says She Cut Soy to Lose Weight—But Does That Really Work?
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10 Couples Reveal Their Most Memorable Sexual Experiences
5 Olympic Medalists From Past Games Share What They’re Up to Now
“The one that sticks out was the first time we made love without birth control,” says Abby*, 44, married to Frank,...
Gold and bronze medalist in the 2012 games. “Right after the London games there were parades, VIP tickets, and everyone...
Olympic medallist thanks cancer staff that cared for her mom
Avoid diet and weight talk around teens: pediatricians to parents
With a medal around her neck and a smile on her face, Olympic cyclist Jasmin Glaesser said a heartfelt thank you to the staff...
Parents of overweight teens and their doctors should not focus on the number on the scale because negative talk about weight...
Face transplant patient: ‘Now I have hope’
Rotavirus infections ‘greatly reduced’ since vaccine
Patrick Hardison, the volunteer fireman who underwent the world’s most extensive face transplant has been speaking...
Rotavirus infections fell by 84% in England since a vaccine for babies was introduced in 2013, figures from Public Health...
Barbequed rare burgers ‘pose food poisoning risk’
Researchers measure emotional flexibility in mother-daughter dyads
The Food Standards Agency is warning people not to eat burgers that are pink in the middle, to avoid the risk of food poisoning...
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Team discovers how Zika virus causes fetal brain damage
Diets avoiding dry-cooked foods can protect against diabetes
In a very severe, genetic form of microcephaly, stem cells in the brain fail to divide, according to a new Columbia University...
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Top US medical group blasts EpiPen’s ‘exorbitant’ costs
Biomarkers may help better predict who will have a stroke
The American Medical Association urged the maker of the EpiPen, a life-saving device that counteracts severe allergies,...
If you had heart disease risk factors, such as high blood pressure, before your first stroke, your risk of suffering subsequent...
Late-onset asthma linked to increased heart disease, stroke risk
Fish oil pills reverse the effects of a fatty diet
People who develop asthma as adults (late onset asthma) may also be at greater risk of developing heart disease and having...
Why do some people want to live a very long time, while others would prefer to die relatively young? In a latest study, a...
Awkward Target for Outrage Over EpiPen: A Senator’s Daughter
Breast cancer screening ‘has little detectable impact’
A bipartisan group of senators pressing on Wednesday for an explanation of the skyrocketing cost of the EpiPen, a lifesaving...
For the study, published in the British Medical Journal, falls in breast cancer death rates were compared in three pairs...
This week from AGU: Rising seas, Mercury’s hollows, and 5 research spotlights
NASA’s WISE, Fermi missions reveal a surprising blazar connection
GeoSpace Pacific sea level predicts global temperature changes The amount of sea level rise in the Pacific Ocean can be...
Astronomers studying distant galaxies powered by monster black holes have uncovered an unexpected link between two very different...
GPM sees Tropical Depression Kay fading into history
For teens, feeling safe at school means increased academic success
The remaining traces of rainfall in weakening Tropical Depression Kay was in a small area when the Global Precipitation...
Montreal, August 24, 2016 — Parents across North America are prepping their teens to head back to high school, hoping...
NASA sees Lionrock strengthen into a typhoon
Spherical tokamak as model for next steps in fusion energy
NASA-NOAA’s Suomi NPP satellite passed over
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energy is the best shape for the magnetic facility — or “bottle”...
Without aid, 49,000 children will die this year in northeast Nigeria: U.N.
Costa Rica registers first microcephaly birth linked to Zika
LAGOS (Reuters) – Nearly half a million children around Lake Chad face “severe acute malnutrition” due...
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica Costa Rica has registered its first case of a baby born with microcephaly linked to the mosquito-borne...
Do the tools to quantify addiction help to define it?
Norwegian prisons rehabilitate criminal offenders
These are the questions being addressed by a team of researchers based at the Australian National Drug Research Institute,...
The research project “The Social Costs of incarceration” is the largest study of imprisonment and return to a...
Exhaustion deprives us of crucial tumor-fighting hormones
Cannabis DOES make people lazy according to University of California study
Scientists grew tumors from stem cells using chemicals from plastic They then applied melatonin, a hormone produced by the...
Spending hours in a daze and munching on snacks are traits long associated with weed smokers. And a new study suggests...
New York scientists reveal which species of palnts act as air filters
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Research have revealed popular plants may absorb toxins from the air Their leaves remove volatile organic compounds released...
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Here’s Looking Achoo! Debunking The Sneeze
Mental stress may cause reduced blood flow in hearts of young women with heart disease
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People with high levels of four biomarkers in the blood may be more likely to develop a stroke than people with low levels...
Senior years may truly be golden for happiness
A-fib tied to adverse outcomes in patients undergoing PCI
(HealthDay)—In a culture that values youth, aging can seem like a dismal prospect. But a new study...
(HealthDay)—For patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), atrial fibrillation (AF)...
Season of conception may affect fetal brain growth
Medication-assisted treatment underused in teen opioid addicts
Multivitamin and mineral supplements, often promoted to pregnant women as a means of giving their child the best possible...
During the decade from 2004 to 2013, use of treatment remained low for individuals with opioid use disorders, according to...
Favorable outcomes for vitiligo in nivolumab-treated melanoma
Simulated patient study sheds new light on antibiotic use in India
There’s yet another reason to maintain a healthy weight as we age. An international team of researchers has identified...
As a result of the overuse or misuse of antibiotics, antimicrobial resistant superbugs represent an extraordinary threat...
Conflicts subverting improved health conditions in Eastern Mediterranean Region
Gene Tests Identify Breast Cancer Patients Who Can Skip Chemotherapy, Study Says
An infographic highlighting health trends in the Eastern Mediterranean Region from 1990 to 2013....
When is it safe for a woman with breast cancer to skip chemotherapy? A new study helps answer that question, based on a test...
These Are The Times Of Year You’re Most Likely To Get Divorced
This Is Why Steve Aoki’s Hair Is So Damn Flawless
The rates of divorce filings may peak twice a year, a new study from one state suggests. In a 14-year study of divorce filings...
There’s something about Steve Aoki’s long, shiny hair that entices us all, including Arianna Huffington. Huffington...
Losing My Grandfather To Alzheimer’s
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The photo shows Biles snoozing on the plane ride back from Rio de Janeiro “before we took off,” according to Raisman’s...
Big Soda Spends Millions On ‘Unethical’ San Francisco Area Ads Fighting Drink Taxes
Money-saving advice for EpiPen users
SAN FRANCISCO — The beverage industry is spending millions to fight Bay Area proposals that would tax sugary drinks. Meanwhile,...
As the controversy over Mylan Pharmaceutical’s steep price hikes for its EpiPen continues to fuel the debate over skyrocketing...
What not to say to help your teen lose weight
NASA sees a small tropical depression 14W
If you want your teen to lose weight, the American Academy of Pediatrics has some advice: Don’t tell them that. Doing...
Tropical Depression 14W appeared to be a small storm when NASA’s Aqua satellite passed overhead early on Aug. 24....
One of the most significant Etruscan discoveries in decades names female goddess Uni
A mystery of form and structure
Archaeologists translating a very rare inscription on an ancient Etruscan temple stone have discovered the name Uni —...
Do juvenile murderers deserve life without parole? The U.S. Supreme Court answered this question in two recent decisions (Miller v. Alabama, 2012; Montgomery v. Louisiana,...
Johns Hopkins scientists track metabolic pathways to find drug combination for pancreatic cancer Cancer researchers have long observed the value of treating patients with combinations of anticancer drugs that work better...
Italy rescuers toil through night seeking quake survivors as death toll hits 159 By Steve Scherer ACCUMOLI, Italy (Reuters) – Rescue teams were working through the night to try to find survivors under...
Sometimes the answers to our most persistent questions are found in the most unexpected places. Just ask Douglas Burbank. After...
Study strengthens evidence that cognitive activity can reduce dementia risk Are there any ways of preventing or delaying the development of Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of age-associated...
Research Shows Links Between Obesity and 8 Additional Cancers While obesity is often associated with a host of other health issues including high blood pressure, stroke and heart attack,...
Cabinet missteps test Canadian PM Trudeau’s teflon image By Andrea Hopkins OTTAWA (Reuters) – Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was knocked off message as he marshaled...
Violence has taken years off of life expectancy in Syria
Post Arab Spring, lifespan drops across region: study
LONDON (AP) — The ongoing violence in Syria has taken years off of people’s life expectancy, according to a new analysis...
Paris (AFP) – The conflict and civil strife that has erupted across the eastern Mediterranean region since the Arab...
Middle East, North Africa conflicts threaten two decades of health gains: research
Regular nibbling on nuts linked to low inflammation
LONDON (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – The Arab Spring uprising and subsequent conflicts in the Middle East and North...
(Reuters Health) – Eating a handful of nuts five times per week may reduce inflammation, a condition that contributes...
Getting enough omega-3 may cut risk of diabetic retinopathy
Florida governor complains U.S. not doing enough to fight Zika
(Reuters Health) – For adults with type 2 diabetes, following a Mediterranean diet including at least two servings...
CHICAGO Florida Governor Rick Scott on Wednesday said the federal government has so far not delivered all of the Zika...
Burned Firefighter Feels Normal Again After Face Transplant
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A Mississippi firefighter who received the world’s most extensive face transplant after a burning
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UCF technology for killing metastatic breast cancer cells discovered, licensed
Media advisory: Zika Symposium at ICE 2016 in Orlando
A University of Central Florida cancer researcher has discovered a way to kill spreading breast cancer cells and her new...
News reporters are invited to attend a symposium on the Zika virus, which will take place on Monday, September 26, 2016,...
Zika virus detected in newborn until 2 months after birth
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Physicians at the Santa Casa de Misericordia and researchers from the Institute of Biomedical Sciences at University of São...
Tone Deafness After Stroke Linked to Damage to Right Side of the Brain Stroke patients with tone deafness and other forms...
California researchers believe humans are happier as they get older
UCLA doctors make history ‘jumpstarting’ brain of 25-year-old coma patient
A pencil-thin waist may be a distant memory, while climbing the stairs feels more like a mountain. But with every year we...
The perils of adult asthma: Those diagnosed later in life are ‘50% more likely to have a stroke or heart attack’ Those diagnosed after turning 18 are 57% more likely to suffer a stroke Patients told as children had the same risk as those...
Currently, post-coma patients require lifethreatening brain surgery A new test by UCLA used new device to pulse ultrasound...
Breastfeeding rates ARE rising but too many women stop early says CDC Eight out of 10 babies start breastfeeding from birth, CDC reports That’s up from 7.6 in 10 from the year before,...
Zika virus fears leads to Brooklyn and Queens being ‘sprayed with repellent’
Horrific moment woman pulls rock-hard lump of MOLD from her belly button
Two dozen trucks were carted through Brooklyn on Tuesday night They unleashed mosquito repellent on the area to protect...
Jamie Davis, of Moore, Oklahoma, noticed the lump growing for 6 months It did not hurt until recently when her belly button...
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Study Of Breast Cancer Treatment Reveals Paradox Of Precision Medicine
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WATCH: Squishy ‘Octobot’ Moves Autonomously Enlarge this image A pneumatic network, in red, is embedded within the octobot’s entirely soft body...
No scalpel, no drill: Medical procedure to treat uncontrollable hand tremor a ‘game changer’ In a room at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto, Brian Smith gives one last hug to his wife, Noreen. “You’re...
Enlarge this image By testing tumors, researchers hoped to identify women who could avoid chemotherapy without...
EpiPen price furor heats up in U.S. The White House on Wednesday said pharmaceutical firms risked damaging their reputations with big price hikes, but it sidestepped...
Two variants ID cardiovascular effect of intensive glycemic Tx (HealthDay) — For patients with type 2 diabetes, depression is associated with an increased risk of all-cause mortality,...
For those with T1D, more former smokers in U.S. than Europe
Excess weight linked to eight more cancer types
(HealthDay)—For patients with type 2 diabetes, barrier categories to glycemic control include psychological/support, socioeconomic,...
There’s yet another reason to maintain a healthy weight as we age. An international team of researchers...
Zika virus detected in newborn until two months after birth
CDC urges prevention, early recognition of sepsis
Florida on Tuesday reported its first case of a baby born with the birth defect microcephaly after the child’s mother,...
(HealthDay)—The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has introduced a new campaign, “Clean Hands Count,”...
Review: Frailty status may predict outcome after cardiac surgery
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ACOG addresses thrombocytopenia in pregnancy
The New Health Care: The EpiPen, a Case Study in Health System Dysfunction
(HealthDay)—For patients with acute coronary syndrome, phosphate-buffered tirofiban, but not citrate-buffered tirofiban,...
Well: Obesity Is Linked to at Least 13 Types of Cancer A review of more than a thousand studies has found solid evidence that being overweight or obese increases the risk for at...
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Well: Growing Older, Getting Happier Older people tend to be happier than younger people, and their happiness increases with age, a study in the Journal of Clinical...
Mysterious Back Pain and The Sacroiliac Joint
New Images Show Exactly How Zika Virus Devastates A Fetus’ Brain
Causes of Sacroiliac Joint Pain: Causes include leg length discrepancy, mechanical dysfunction, SI joint infection, ankylosing...
Figures E-F are CT images from one day after birth, and show that the severe asymmetric ventriculomegaly has persisted, along...
Help! I Am Gaining Weight Watching The Food Network?
How To Arrange Your Workout For Maximum Muscle Growth
One recently caught my attention. A charming, articulate, personable woman was hosting a show called “Farmhouse Rules.”...
In regards to which body parts to hit first. You want to concentrate on the big muscle group exercises first and then the...
Turns Out Twins Really Do Outlive The Rest Of Us
Seniors with more continuity of care use the ER less
For the study, researchers reviewed data on 2,932 pairs of same-sex Danish twins that were born between 1870 and 1900 and...
WASHINGTON — Seniors with traditional Medicare coverage who have more continuity of care – defined as consistently...
Diet, exercise, both: All work equally to protect heart health, SLU study finds
You want shorter ER stays? Bring in the nurses
ST. LOUIS — Which works better to improve the cardiovascular health of those who are overweight – dieting,...
WASHINGTON –Protocols allowing nurses to administer certain types of treatment in the emergency department can dramatically...
UTSW research identifies protein that promotes the breakdown of fat
New map shows alarming growth of the human footprint
DALLAS – Aug. 24, 2016 – Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found that a protein often located...
A James Cook University scientist says a new map of the ecological footprint of humankind shows 97 per cent of the most species-rich...
NEJM study: MRI-guided focused ultrasound effective to treat essential tremor
Goldcorp struggles with leak at Mexican mine
Baltimore, Md., Aug. 25, 2016 – Treatment with MRI-guided focused ultrasound significantly improves tremors and quality...
By Allison Martell, Frank Jack Daniel and Noe Torres TORONTO/MEXICO CITY (Reuters) – Mexican regulators said they are...
Animal spirits: consumers’ devotion lifts pet-care stocks
South Africa’s Tutu checks into hospital for infection
By Marcus E. Howard NEW YORK (Reuters) – Americans’ attachment to their pets has fostered a $60 billion industry...
CAPE TOWN (Reuters) – Veteran South African anti-apartheid campaigner Desmond Tutu checked into a Cape Town hospital...
Turing accused of retaliation after executive’s sexual assault complaint
Model raising awareness of rare condition that caused leg to double in size
By Daniel Wiessner (Reuters) – The chief commercial officer of Turing Pharmaceuticals LLC, whose founder Martin Shkreli...
Model raising awareness of rare condition that caused leg to double in
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A research team, based in the UK, US and Sweden, funded by Wellcome, analysed data from more than a million Swedes born between...
Assigning barcode to stem cells makes it possible to monitor large blood cell populations
Research findings could lead to new ways of preventing or treating organ transplant rejection
By assigning a barcode to stem cells, researchers at Lund University in Sweden have made it possible to monitor large blood...
An international team led by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine found that targeting certain...
Night time sleep problems increase risk of suicidal thoughts and attempts
Childhood brain injury increases chances of mental illness, poor school attainment and premature death
The link between sleep problems and suicidal thoughts and behaviours is made starkly clear in new research from The University...
Childhood brain injuries, including concussions, are associated with an increased risk of subsequent mental illness, poor...
Calcium channel blockers caught in the act at atomic level
Climate Change Complicates Predictions Of Damage From Big Surf
Atomic resolution studies of two common calcium channel blockers, one that treats irregular heart...
Enlarge this image Tropical Storm Colin brought big waves to Fort Myers Beach in Fort Myers, Fla., in early...
Drug price hikes can damage company reputations, White House says amid EpiPen furor
Disruptions to sleep patterns lead to an increased risk of suicides
There’s growing outrage in the U.S. over dramatic price increases for EpiPen, a life-saving medication. (Mark Zaleski/Associated...
How parents cope with stress of the NICU affects family dynamics Understanding how parents cope while their child is in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) could lead to better support...
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DNA methylation changes that alter excitability may be involved in neuropsychiatric diseases
EPFL scientists discover new path to combat pathogenic bacteria
Diseases such as epilepsy, neuropathic pain, anxiety, depression, drug addiction and Alzheimer’s are all associated...
New chemical compound could potentially be used to treat Ebola virus infection
Bacteria that cause tuberculosis, leprosy and other diseases, survive by switching between two different types of metabolism....
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Virus spread can be blocked by attacking Ebola’s Achilles’ heel Scientists have found Ebola’s Achilles’...
A surgery for quadriplegics called tendon transfer can significantly improve hand and elbow function, but the procedure is...
Acupuncture may be viable option to manage pain in children with complex medical conditions
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Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare
Today, a University of Freiburg study revealed exactly why sleep is so restorative. Every day, new connections form between...
Millions of people with diabetes could be spared the pain of daily injections as scientists develop an insulin PILL
Pregnant woman REFUSED refund for flights to a Zika-infested Caribbean island
An insulin pill that will save millions of people with diabetes having to administer daily jabs is a major step closer to...
A mother-to-be was refused a full refund on a holiday to the Caribbean after her doctor told her the threat of Zika was too...
Colorado super-slimmer left ‘puddle of skin’ on stomach after losing 200 POUNDS
University of Central Lancashire study reveals why women want ‘handsome’ partners
A super-slimmer is raising funds to have excess skin surgery after losing an incredible 200lb (14 stone) following the...
It’s the show which has caused controversy – but is there a truth behind Channel 4’s Naked Attraction? The...
Zika wreaks havoc in baby’s brain and causes skull to collapse in on itself
Major breakthrough identifies cause and treatment of fatal autoimmune disease
Study scanned brains of 45 Brazilian babies whose mothers had Zika All had at least one scan suggesting microcephaly –...
A new signaling pathway, which is important for the regulation of the immune response and inflammation, was discovered by...
Soda tax linked to drop in sugary beverage drinking in low-income Berkeley neighborhoods
Couples HIV testing, counseling prevents more than 70 percent of new infections in Rwanda
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Rwanda’s couples’ voluntary HIV counseling and testing (CVCT) initiative...
New Zika Cases Investigated in Florida
Well: Exercise Boosts Brain Health, but Is There a Downside?
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6 Science-Backed Secrets Of People Who Have More Sex
Obamacare orphan? Here’s what you can do
1. People who have more sex are easy going. Your personality affects every aspect of your life ? including sex. A study...
After Aetna (AET), the country’s third-largest insurer, announced last week that it plans to sharply scale back its participation...
Acupuncture may yield pain relief for children who have complex medical conditions
Long-term damage seen from brain injuries: large study
It appears that acupuncture may be a viable option for pain management when it comes to pediatric patients who have complex...
‘Voices under the rubble’ after quake hits Italy; at least 38 dead By Steve Scherer ACCUMOLI, Italy (Reuters) – A powerful earthquake devastated a string of mountainous towns in central...
App helps autistic teens stay healthy Teenagers with autism face unique day-to-day challenges that many others may take for granted. For these teens, and others...
Youths who suffer traumatic brain injuries such as concussions are more likely than their unharmed siblings of experiencing...
Minimizing risk poses unique challenges in Zika vaccine trials, scientists say As health officials fight to suppress a rising number of Zika virus cases in Florida, scientists with the National Institutes...
Pennsylvania district closes all schools after mold outbreak ENOLA, Pa. – A central Pennsylvania district is closing all schools so officials can test for mold. East Pennsboro closed...
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Florida teen survives rare amoeba infection that kills most people ORLANDO, Fla. – A South Florida boy has survived a rare brain-eating amoeba that kills most people, aided in part because...
Minimizing risk poses unique challenges in Zika vaccine trials, scientists say As health officials fight to suppress a rising number of Zika virus cases in Florida, scientists with the National Institutes...
App helps autistic teens stay healthy Teenagers with autism face unique day-to-day challenges that many others may take for granted. For these teens, and others...
How EpiPen’s maker raised prices, and hackles, so much Sky-high price hikes for EpiPen, the injected emergency medicine for severe allergic reactions to foods and bug bites, have...
Florida teen survives rare amoeba infection that kills most people
Answering the call for quality colorectal cancer patient info
ORLANDO, Fla. – A South Florida boy has survived a rare brain-eating amoeba that kills most people, aided in part because...
Recognizing the lack of high-quality patient websites written at appropriate reading levels, AGA recently launched its new...
NYU Lutheran offers many treatment options for kidney stone sufferers
New method estimates patient adherence to antiretroviral drugs
Frederick A. Gulmi, MD, chief of urology at NYU Lutheran, cautions anyone who has never had a bout with kidney stones. “Many...
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Snacking while commuting adds 800 calories a week to our diet
Pushchair stretches that will save YOUR child’s posture
Health chiefs say average commuter adds 767 calories a week snacking The habit could be damaging the health of millions...
Campaign launched calling on government to issue advice on problem It’s claimed that long periods in pushchairs can...
Fancy a MUNG BEAN butter sandwich? Scientist creates peanut substitute for allergy sufferers
Low-sugar lunchbox snack swaps that will still give children a sweet treat at school
A paste using mung beans is almost identical to peanut butter A group of Australian researchers created the product after...
The new school term is fast approaching and with it comes the daily morning scramble for clean uniforms and lunchboxes. When...
How these superfoods are doing far more harm than good
Work hazards including greasy floors and unhygienic kitchens are making us ILL
Stick the magic label ‘superfood’ on any exotic item, and it flies off the shelves. Whether it’s coconut or quinoa,...
Use of electric power morcellation for hysterectomy declines following FDA warning In a study appearing in the August 23/30 issue of JAMA, Jason D. Wright, M.D., of the Columbia University College of Physicians...
Researchers examined offices, shops, factories and building sites They found that 69% condemned their workplace as a health...
Insulin pill could make diabetes treatment ‘ouchless’ PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 24, 2016 — Every day, millions of Americans with diabetes have to inject themselves with insulin...
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A new path for killing pathogenic bacteria
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 24, 2016 — Indoor air pollution is an important environmental threat to human health, leading...
Bacteria that cause tuberculosis, leprosy and other diseases, survive by switching between two different types of metabolism....
In some genetic cases of microcephaly, stem cells fail to launch
Nutrition matters: Stress from migratory beekeeping may be eased by access to food
In a very severe, genetic form of microcephaly, stem cells in the brain fail to divide, according to a new Columbia University...
In the first large-scale and comprehensive study on the impacts of transporting honey bees to pollinate various crops,...
Pope, saddened by earthquake, cancels speech to pray for victims
Major earthquakes in Italy since start of 20th century
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down buildings in mountainous central Italy early on Wednesday, trapping...
Quake devastates mountain towns in central Italy, at least 20 believed killed
What’s the best response to the sex number question?
By Steve Scherer ACCUMOLI, Italy (Reuters) – An earthquake devastated a string of mountainous towns over a swathe of...
Could your sexual history make or break your relationship? That’s what a new (unscientific) survey conducted by Superdrug...
Pfizer to buy antibiotics business from AstraZeneca
Breast cancer patients in the U.S. now have new surgical option that offers flexible alternative for cancer detection
LONDON Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca (AZN.L) has agreed to sell its small molecule antibiotics business to Pfizer...
Breast cancer patients in the U.S. will have a new surgical option that eliminates exposure to radioactive materials and...
GSA selects Kali St. Marie Thomas as recipient of 2016 Carroll L. Estes Rising Star Award
Scientists move a step closer to translating BubR1 protein’s function into potential cancer therapy
The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) — the nation’s largest interdisciplinary organization devoted to...
In a paper published recently in the journal eLife, Mayo Clinic scientists take a step toward translating the protein BubR1’s...
Transient dose of rapamycin in middle age can increase life expectancy, improve measures of healthy aging
Boy with double-hand transplant’s next goal: Play football (Update)
Geroscience researchers studying the biology of aging briefly treated middle-aged mice with the drug rapamycin to gauge the...
Zion Harvey, center, who received a double hand transplant in July 2015, shakes hands with a health...
New surgical option for breast cancer comes to the US
Venezuelan hospitals lack 80% of medicines, supplies
Audrius Brazdeikis demonstrates the Sentimag, which he co-invented with University College of...
(HealthDay)—The typical “social business diet”— heavy on red meats, sweet drinks, processed snacks and booze—takes...
Is a messed-up microbiome linked to obesity? New U-M study casts doubt
MRI scans may be useful in diagnosing chronic traumatic encephalopathy, UCLA study shows
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — For people with weight problems, news headlines in recent years may have brought relief, as researchers...
Specialized test detects bacterial infections in youngest infants with fever Physicians from Children’s Hospital of Michigan, UC Davis Medical Center and Nationwide Children’s Hospital,...
UCLA doctors have found what may be an earlier and easier way to diagnose chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a disorder...
Tech issues cause most drone accidents: Research World-first research has found technical problems rather than operator errors are behind the majority of drone accidents,...
Modelling water uptake in wood opens up new design framework
Chaos could provide the key to enhanced wireless communications
Analytical approach could accelerate the development of new preservation treatments delivering environmental benefits and...
WASHINGTON, D.C., August 23, 2016 — Chaos, somewhat ironically, has one clear attribute: random-like, apparently unpredictable,...
Quake brings down buildings in central Italy, at least 10 believed killed
Timeline of major earthquakes in Italy in past century
By Steve Scherer ACCUMOLI, Italy (Reuters) – A strong earthquake brought down buildings in mountainous central Italy...
ROME (Reuters) – A strong earthquake brought down buildings in mountainous central Italy early on Wednesday, trapping...
AstraZeneca to sell antibiotics business to Pfizer
New care plan improves Crohn’s disease complication outcomes
LONDON Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca (AZN.L) said it had agreed to sell its small molecule antibiotics business to...
Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease. Patients with septic perianal Crohn’s disease have infected...
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5 Natural Ways to Alleviate Anxiety When anxiety strikes, it can throw everything in your life out of whack. Sleep, productivity, energy levels, diet, and routines...
Direct and active parent involvement key to healthy living for kids Parents who directly and actively engage their children in healthy living behaviour – instead of passively ‘supporting’...
Study reveals surprising role of haze in the warming of Chinese cities
Human footprint surprisingly outpaced by population and economic growth
A new Yale-led study published in the journal Nature Communications sheds light on the surprising role that haze in China...
Analysis in Journal Nature Communications says humanity’s impact on terrestrial environment has fallen behind...
Lehigh engineer discovers a highspeed nano-avalanche
African bird shows signs of evil stepdad behavior
Charles McLaren, a doctoral student in materials science and engineering at Lehigh University, arrived last fall for his...
An African desert-dwelling male bird favours his biological sons and alienates his stepsons, suggests research published...
Bags don’t fly free: Charges have boosted airlines’ departure performances, study finds
Farm safety top priority with farm tourism on the rise
LAWRENCE — When most major airlines began charging flyers for checked bags in 2008, travelers grumbled. Southwest Airlines...
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — With the growth of agritourism and more people visiting local farms, Connecticut officials are joining...
Quake brings down buildings in central Italy, at least six believed killed
New report details pre- and postnatal brain defects from Zika virus
ROME (Reuters) – A strong earthquake brought down buildings in mountainous central Italy early on Wednesday, trapping...
OAK BROOK, Ill. – The journal Radiology has published a special report, detailing the spectrum of imaging findings...
Texas A&M research shows standing desks lower BMI
LiH mediates low-temperature ammonia synthesis
(COLLEGE STATION, Texas) — Most of us have heard that standing desks are good for us, and it makes sense it would also...
Nearly half of the world population is fed by the industrial N2 fixation, i. e., the Harbor-Bosch process. Although exergonic...
Nanofur for oil spill cleanup
Unraveling the crystal structure of a 70° Celsius superconductor, a world first
Some water ferns can absorb large volumes of oil within a short time, because their leaves are strongly water-repellent...
The demise of the Maya civilization: Water shortage can destroy cultures Something really drastic must have happened to the Ancient Maya at the end of the Classic Period in the 9th century. Within...
For the first time in the world, a research group led by Osaka University, Japan, clarified the crystal structure of hydrogen...
Researchers image roots in the ground It’s a familiar hazard of vacation time: While you’re conspicuously absent, your colleagues in the office forget...
Injected mix of bone-augmenting agents causes new bone growth in mouse jaws
Nanofiber scaffolds demonstrate new features in the behavior of stem and cancer cells
Researchers centered at Tokyo Medical and Dental University(TMDU) deliver a protein/peptide combination using an injectable...
A discovery in the field of biomaterials may open new frontiers in stem and cancer cell manipulation and associated advanced...
Zion Harvey celebrates recovery after first ever double-hand transplant
Childhood concussion from minor bang to the head can raise early death risk
It’s been just over a year since nine-year-old Zion Harvey received a double-hand transplant. The nation’s...
Mild concussion, which can be caused from heading a football, could raise the odds of dying by the age of 40, scientists...
PSA: You Can Bruise, Cut, and Tear Your Vagina
5 Things That Happened When I Tried To Walk 20,000 Steps A Day
2. You Can Fracture Your Pelvis Breaking the bones in your pelvic area (right up next to your reproductive system) is pretty...
I hit 10K every day because I don’t have much of a choice. I live 2.5 miles from my office, which is a 20-minute drive,...
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How I Cope with All of the Terrifying Parenting News Out There
Berkeley’s Soda Tax Appears To Cut Consumption Of Sugary Drinks
At first, I was totally smug when I heard about a report from the American Academy of Pediatrics released earlier this month...
Enlarge this image Berkeley, Calif., passed the nation’s first soda tax in 2014. According to a new...
Innovation, not just cash, will cure healthcare woes, Philpott tells doctors
Parents’ behaviours key to kids’ healthy living, Ontario survey suggests
The problems facing Canada’s healthcare system will not be solved by just spending more money, Health Minister Jane...
Parents who sit on the playground bench eating chips and texting really aren’t encouraging healthy behaviours in their...
Potent pills
HIV effort let down by test shortages, says WHO
Ecstasy, or MDMA, is becoming more readily available to buy, particularly on the so-called “dark web”. And this...
Depression: A revolution in treatment? It’s not very often we get to talk about a revolution in understanding and treating depression and yet now doctors...
A shortage of HIV testing could undermine global efforts to diagnose and treat people with the infection, warn experts from...
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How Staten Island’s Drug Problem Made It a Target for Poaching Patients
Florida Investigates New Zika Cases on Gulf Coast and in Miami
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Brain Scans of Brazilian Babies Show Array of Zika Effects
When People Respond To My Anxiety With ‘Just Think Positively’
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If I had a dollar for every time I heard someone tell me “just think positively,” I would be rich. It reminds me there...
50 Small Ways To Increase Your Happiness
Why Did You Leave When I Said I Have Cancer
12. Decide how you most want to feel (e.g. free, inspired, abundant, relaxed) and consciously cultivate these feelings in...
Of course, there sometimes are those people in our lives who we believe are as loving and caring toward us as we are to them....
Parental Warning: Your Baby Monitor Can Be Hacked
Infamous ex-pharma CEO Martin Shkreli weighs in on EpiPen price hike
“When it comes to the internet of things, there are fewer people using the devices, both as consumers and on the engineering...
August 23, 2016, 6:45 PM|Several members of Congress are demanding to know why the price of EpiPens has skyrocketed by 500...
Face transplant recipient thriving one year after surgery
One year after face transplant, exfirefighter sees new "normal"
August 23, 2016, 6:56 PM|Mississippi firefighter Patrick Hardison’s life changed in 2001 when the roof of a burning...
Mississippi firefighter Pat Hardison was 27 in 2001, when the roof of a burning house collapsed on top of him. Friend and...
Ex-pharma CEO Martin Shkreli weighs in on skyrocketing EpiPen prices
Why are we now? Researchers suggest life on Earth may be early in cosmic terms
NEW YORK — Members of Congress are demanding to know why the price of EpiPens has skyrocketed. The devices deliver a...
Why are we now? We know that the universe is roughly 14 billion years old, and that someday it is likely to end — perhaps...
New approach to determining how atoms are arranged in materials
Systematic global review of intervention thresholds based on FRAX
Researchers from North Carolina State University, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and Oak Ridge...
The WHO Fracture Risk Assessment Tool (FRAX®) is a resource developed for the calculation of an individual’s 10-year...
Aquatic treadmill walking may increase exercise capacity after stroke
Can the high cost of prescription drugs in the US Be contained?
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August 23, 2016 – For patients in rehabilitation after a stroke, walking on an underwater treadmill produces better...
Special Communication examines sources of high drug prices in the U.S. and possible solutions to reduce unnecessary burdens...
New technology may give electric car drivers more miles per minute of charging
Sleeping between study sessions improves memory
Researchers have designed a thin plastic membrane that stops rechargeable batteries from discharging when not in use and...
A French study of student sleep confirms the importance of getting enough sleep to perform better academically and remember...
Stanford University tightens campus alcohol restrictions
California bill to repeal ‘tampon tax’ heads to governor
By Steve Gorman LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Stanford University has tightened campus drinking restrictions, banning large...
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Reuters) – California lawmakers on Tuesday sent a bill to end state sales taxes on feminine hygiene...
Double joy as mother of only giant panda twins in U.S. pregnant again
Breast cancer patients who ‘fear the worst’ suffer more severe bouts of vomiting, hot flushes and headaches during treatment
By David Beasley ATLANTA (Reuters) – The mother of the only giant panda twins in the United States may soon deliver...
Breast cancer patients who fear the worst end up suffering more severe side effects from treatment, a new study has found. But...
Struggling to concentrate? Breathe through your NOSE
How healthy is YOUR favourite snack bar?
Take a deep breath. It’s familiar advice but we seldom take it literally. But I’m giving it a great deal of attention...
Sales of snack bars are soaring, predicted to reach £528 million this year as we move away from sugary processed food and...
Seven-day NHS ‘disaster’: Sceptics claim there’s not enough cash or staff
Amanda was accused of ‘faking’ in fact, her migraines were a sign of an incurable brain tumour
Confidential papers uncovered 13 major risks to Tory party’s NHS pledge Tories pledged patients could see their GPs...
On Christmas Day 2013, Jenny and Gary Day put their arms around their 15-year-old daughter Amanda and, holding back tears,...
University of Freiburg scientists reveal how sleep ‘resets’ the brain
Calisthenics with buzz: How fitness trends reinvent some old moves
We all need to sleep. In fact, we spend a third of our lives unconscious and paralyzed. But scientists have long been baffled...
What’s old is new in fitness trends, an expert says, but that’s fine if it motivates you to move. CBC News sent...
Intravenous glyburide treatment may reduce dangerous brain swelling after stroke
First randomized trial shows IVF culture media affect the outcomes of embryos and babies
Micrograph showing cortical pseudolaminar necrosis, a finding seen in strokes on medical imaging...
Fertility experts are calling on the companies who make the solutions in which embryos are cultured during in vitro fertilisation...
Are You Lying About Your Healthy Living Goals?
Mom’s Viral Post Slams People Who Think C-Sections Are ‘The Easy Way Out’
It’s worth acknowledging that it’s possible to achieve different goals simultaneously. You might feel better...
How $80 Can Save A Life No one should be surprised by heart disease. A CACS at age 40 or 45 can identify if there is a burden of silent calcified...
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Sleeping With Someone Who Grits Or Grinds His Or Her Teeth During The Night Some people find ways on their own to reduce tensions that underlie their tooth gritting and grinding. Some are helped by...
Is TMJ Disorder Costing You A Good Night’s Sleep?
Face transplant recipient: "Normal has become a reality"
Experts estimate that more than 44 million
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Zika virus spreads across Florida
Sanitation crews target standing water in Zika zones
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Florida’s governor says that state has confirmed five new non-travel-related cases of Zika,...
August 23, 2016, 6:36 PM|In Miami Beach, city sanitation crews are vacuuming standing water, which is a breeding ground for...
Guaranteed-tuition laws inflating college costs, study finds
NASA sees Tropical Storm Lionrock sonsolidating
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Guaranteed-tuition laws, touted by lawmakers as protecting college affordability and ensuring access...
NASA’s Terra satellite captured a visible image of Tropical Storm Lionrock that revealed the storm is consolidating...
NASA witnesses Atlantic’s Tropical Storm Gaston coming together
NASA sees a fading Fiona in Atlantic
Tropical Storm Gaston was forming in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean as NASA-NOAA’s Suomi NPP satellite passed overhead...
When NASA’s Aqua satellite passed over the eastern Atlantic Ocean it looked at the weakening Tropical Depression...
Silicon nanoparticles trained to juggle light
Streamlining accelerated computing for industry
A team of physicists from ITMO University (Saint Petersburg) and Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT) has demonstrated...
Scientists and engineers striving to create the next machine-age marvel–whether it be a more aerodynamic rocket,...
Omega-3 fatty acids reduce stroke brain damage
Devastating Effects of Zika Virus Seen in New Fetal Brain Scans
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The devastating effects of the Zika virus on the brains of fetuses go beyond microcephaly, according to a new study published...
Residency where marijuana is legal no reason for police search: U.S. court
How EpiPen’s maker raised prices, and hackles, so much
By Jonathan Stempel (Reuters) – A federal appeals court on Tuesday said police officers cannot stop and search vehicles...
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Sky-high price hikes for EpiPen, the injected emergency medicine for severe allergic reactions...
U.S. trade judge clears Fitbit of stealing Jawbone’s trade secrets
Women with Dense Breasts May Need Annual Mammograms
By Andrew Chung NEW YORK (Reuters) – Fitbit Inc did not steal rival Jawbone’s trade secrets, a U.S. International...
While most older women might not need breast cancer screening with mammography more often than every three years, some women...
Clinton Calls Health Rumors ‘Wacky Strategy’
Khloe Kardashian’s Skin Cancer Scare Spotlights Growing Risks
Hillary Clinton, appearing on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” on Monday, said that rumors that she is in ill health are part...
In the past three decades, the rates of skin cancer have been rising. This danger was recently brought home to reality-TV...
Scientists to study how rice adapts in salty soil under $4 million NSF grant
NIH announces winners of undergraduate biomedical engineering design competition
A team of scientists will study the response of rice, a food staple for half the world’s population, in saline soil...
In a nation-wide competition, six teams of undergraduate engineering students produced prize-winning designs for technological...
Analog DNA circuit does math in a test tube
Melatonin boost a key to fighting breast cancer
DURHAM, N.C. — Often described as the blueprint of life, DNA contains the instructions for making every living thing...
EAST LANSING, Mich. – Melatonin, a hormone produced in the human brain, appears to suppress the growth of breast cancer...
Darwin’s theory about ‘impassable’ marine barrier holds true for coral larvae in the Pacific
Penn scientists develop combined medical and surgical care plan for managing Crohn’s disease
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care plan for managing septic perianal Crohn’s disease, a serious...
Researchers investigate link between diet, obesity-linked Type 2 diabetes, and spinal disc degeneration
Small device detects initial signal of epileptic attack and provides effective relief
Can a diet high in processed fat and sugar and Type 2 diabetes cause degeneration of intervertebral discs in the spine? If...
Researchers at Linköping University have developed in collaboration with French colleagues a small device that both detects...
Portable Lab-on-a-Stick test helps in rapid detection of bacterial resistance to antibiotics
People with albinism suffer severe discrimination and social stigmatization, study reveals
A portable power-free test for the rapid detection of bacterial resistance to antibiotics has been developed by academics...
People with albinism face major health problems, including skin cancer, involuntary eye movements, and poor eyesight. According...
Women who take common form of HRT are ‘nearly THREE times as likely to get breast cancer’
University of Michigan scientists found no evidence that gut bacteria ‘makes you fat’
Women who take a common form of HRT are nearly three times as likely to get breast cancer, a major study has found. Scientists...
Researchers looked at 10 previous studies between bacteria and obesity They classified the different types of germs populating...
Meningitis could be diagnosed in minutes and pin-prick method could be on NHS soon
Gargling MOUTHWASH may kill gonorrhoea in the throat that can be passed on during oral sex
A major breakthrough by scientists could pave the way for the first rapid test for sepsis and meningitis in children. Experts...
Gonorrhoea is passed sexually but can live in the throat for months It can then be passed on to others through unprotected...
So THAT’S why we sleep: Scientists reveal how hours of shut-eye ‘resets’ the brain to make room for new memories
Childhood concussion warning: Even a minor bang to the head can raise the risk of an early death
We all need to sleep. In fact, we spend a third of our lives unconscious and paralyzed. But scientists have long been baffled...
Mild concussion, which can be caused from heading a football, could raise the odds of dying by the age of 40, scientists...
Japanese City Takes Community Approach To Dealing With Dementia
Persistent Drought Kills Millions Of Trees In California Forests
Enlarge this image Hiroyuko Yamamoto, a crossing guard in Matsudo, Japan, has been trained in how to recognize...
Years of drought have strained California’s forests, killing millions of trees and fueling wildfires.
Radio Rookies: Reformed Catcaller Explores Roots Of Street Harassment
Federal health minister speaks at CMA conference in Vancouver
Growing up, Jared Marcelle watched as older men catcalled women in his Brooklyn neighborhood. He thought it was normal, so...
Federal Health Minister Jane Philpott spoke at the Canadian Medical Association’s annual convention in Vancouver Tuesday...
Early exposure to manganese causes attention deficits in rats
Radiofrequency neurotomy efficient in knee osteoarthritis
Environmental toxicologist Donald Smith has been studying the neurological effects of excess manganese...
Scientists have identified a new protein (C5orf30) which regulates the severity of tissue damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis...
Discovery of mechanism that alters neural excitability offers window into neuropsychiatric disease
Research shows standing desks lower BMI
Diseases such as epilepsy, neuropathic pain, anxiety, depression, drug addiction and Alzheimer’s are all associated...
Prescriptions more affordable after policy changes Percentages of Americans, by age group, who report being unable to afford to fill a prescription...
Most of us have heard that standing desks are good for us, and it makes sense it would also be good for our children. Now,...
Chile issues alert over faulty condoms More than 100 million condoms were distributed in Zimbabwe last year, a huge increase on previous years, indicating that...
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Among veterans, painkiller misuse strongly linked to starting heroin
Evidence of changes to children’s brain rhythms following ‘brain training’
A study of nearly 3,400 military veterans over 10 years found that when participants began to misuse opioid painkillers,...
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Well: An Unconventional Cardiologist Promotes a High-Fat Diet
Stanford’s New Hard Liquor Ban Actually Isn’t Unusual
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Stanford University unveiled on Monday a new policy banning hard liquor at registered undergraduate student parties, limiting...
New Study Pokes Hole In The Idea Of ‘Healthy Obesity’
NASA satellite spots new tropical depression in Northwestern Pacific Ocean
The most current conventional wisdom among doctors and obesity researchers goes something like this: While people who are...
Study suggests that brain damages caused by Zika virus congenital infection go beyond microcephaly A recent study published by Brazilian researchers from the D’Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), Federal...
The Northwestern Pacific Ocean has seen quite a number of tropical cyclones in the last two weeks and another has just...
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Essential oils could counter lung and liver ailments caused by air pollution
Currently, cognitive impairment of patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is measured using the ‘Mini-Mental...
Certain ingredients in essential oils made from plants such as cloves, anise, fennel and ylangylang could serve as a natural...
Umbilical cells from babies of obese mothers show impaired expression of vital genes regulating metabolism
Research finding opens door to new treatment options for inflammatory rheumatism
Scientists have long known that infants born to women who are obese show higher risks of obesity, but they don’t fully...
Enthesitis, inflammation of tendons where they attach to the bone, is a common medical problem which underlies various forms...
New drug target could help prevent opioid tolerance and addiction
Changes needed to boost end-of-life care in Canada: doctors
Researchers have identified a brain mechanism that could be a drug target to help prevent tolerance and addiction to opioid...
Canada needs to broaden its approach to palliative care to provide support to patients with serious chronic illnesses, not...
Solving the mystery of meningiomas reveals a surprise twist
Study examines role of ghrelin receptor in fat tissue inflammation and insulin resistance
The size and shape of the human cerebral cortex, an evolutionary marvel responsible for everything from Shakespeare’s...
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Study finds potential treatment target for Guillain-Barre syndrome
Study uncovers marker for a chronic brain disease
Leukocyte cells travel over the endothelial cells of the blood/nerve barrier....
Research from University of California, Irvine scientists and their colleagues offers new insights into why many animals...
Why we fall prey to misinformation
New study highlights poor medicine prescribing practices in Africa
(Medical Xpress)—According to the hedonic principle, people are motivated by the pursuit of pleasure and, conversely, the...
Everyone knows that exercise improves health, and ongoing research continues to uncover increasingly detailed information...
‘Bagpipe lung’ death prompts warning for wind musicians
Research opens up new treatment route for inflammatory rheumatism
The first global-scale genetic study of Salmonella Enteritidis bacteria, which is a major cause of blood poisoning and death...
The team of Prof. Bertrand in the group of Prof. Vandenabeele, demonstrates that the IKK complex protects cells from death...
Why You Should Never Be Afraid To Eat
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By some estimates, Americans throw away half of all the produce grown in our country because it just doesn’t look pretty...
August 23, 2016, 7:13 AM|As Florida Gov. Rick Scott faces criticism for his handling of information about the Zika virus,...
New guidelines urge less added sugars in kids’ diets
AgriLife researcher takes close look at ‘inflamm-aging’
August 23, 2016, 8:16 AM|The American Heart Association Monday issued its first-ever recommendations for added sugar. The...
Aug. 22, 2016 COLLEGE STATION – Scientists have proposed that inflammation is the harbinger of aging and central to...
Mayo Clinic researchers investigate protein’s role in cell division
Immune breakthrough: Unscratching poison ivy’s rash
ROCHESTER, Minn. – In a paper published recently in the journal eLife, Mayo Clinic scientists take a step toward translating...
MELBOURNE, MONDAY Aug. 22, 2016: We all know that a brush with poison ivy leaves us with an itchy painful rash. Now, Monash...
Drinking green tea to prevent artery explosion
New tiny species of extinct Australian marsupial lion named after Sir David Attenborough
Kyoto, Japan — Japan’s favorite beverage might be offering more than just a relaxing tea break. According to...
New insights on the relationship between erosion and tectonics in the Himalayas Earth’s climate interacts with so called surface processes – such as landslides or river erosion – and...
Is sitting cross-legged bad for you? Sitting for extended periods is unhealthy, increasing the risk for dozens of chronic conditions, from cancer and diabetes...
The fossil remains of a new tiny species of marsupial lion which prowled the lush rainforests of northern Australia about...
Water shortages hit West Bank Palestinians, provoking war of words By Sabreen Taha HEBRON, West Bank (Reuters) – At the peak of a searing summer, Palestinians living in parts of the...
Couples divorce after holidays, study says George and Amal Clooney can breathe a sigh of relief: Their marriage is safe until spring. Researchers at the University...
WHO emergency committee on yellow fever to meet on Aug 30
$25G reward offered in beating death of Illinois cancer patient
GENEVA – The World Health Organization’s (WHO) emergency committee on deadly yellow fever will meet on Aug. 30...
ZION, Ill. – Cancer Treatment Centers of America is offering a $25,000 reward for information in the death of a Missouri...
Puppy undergoes surgery after swallowing 8-inch steak knife
Women with dense breasts may need annual mammograms
Lots of dogs nose around in things they’re not supposed to, and sometimes that curiosity can lead to illness or injury....
While most older women might not need breast cancer screening with mammography more often than every three years, some women...
WHO emergency committee on yellow fever to meet on Aug 30
US lawmakers press Mylan on EpiPen price increases
GENEVA – The World Health Organization’s (WHO) emergency committee on deadly yellow fever will meet on Aug. 30...
WASHINGTON – Two senior lawmakers on the U.S. Senate’s Judiciary Committee on Monday pushed for information regarding...
Couples divorce after holidays, study says
Pfizer boosts cancer drug roster with $14B Medivation deal
George and Amal Clooney can breathe a sigh of relief: Their marriage is safe until spring. Researchers at the University...
Pfizer Inc, beating out numerous other bidders, said it would buy U.S. cancer drug company Medivation Inc for $14 billion...
Do You Read Terms Of Service Contracts? Not Many Do, Research Shows
Researchers demonstrate gender identity is reflected in the brain, including transgenderism
During an experiment, people consented to sharing their private information with the NSA, and to surrendering their first-born...
Women and men often show marked differences as regards mental illnesses. In order to learn more about this phenomenon, a...
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Watching a lot of TV increases susceptibility to everyday myths Over the course of the last 100 years or more, many scenes of execution in American film have offered intimate knowledge...
How individuals experience the psychological effects of power and powerlessness Relation between holding low- and high-power positions and measures of mood, cognitive ability,...
Removing certain sugars from cancer cell surfaces alerts immune system
Researchers find new molecular regulator of eating
Stanford postdoctoral scholar Han Xiao, Professor Carolyn Bertozzi and graduate student Elliot...
Twenty years after the hormone leptin was found to regulate metabolism, appetite, and weight through brain cells called neurons,...
Depressive symptoms more likely for older adults with elderly parents still living, study finds
Job satisfaction in your 20s, 30s may impact health later
At age 65, caring for elderly parents can be stressful, especially if you didn’t feel loved....
Everybody has bad days at work, but 20- and 30somethings who are generally unhappy with their jobs may experience some...
"Life or death": Pregnant women cope with Zika fears in Florida
Hope for reversing stroke-induced long-term disability
Two tourist areas in Miami-DadeCounty, Florida – the Wynwood neighborhood and South Beach, one of the most popular vacation...
Permanent brain damage from a stroke may be reversible thanks to a developing therapeutic technique, a USC-led study has...
5 ways to avoid falling into the brunch trap
WHO emergency committee on yellow fever to meet on Aug 31
There is nothing more satisfying than snuggling in bed past noon on a lazy Sunday morning and waking up to a nice brunch...
GENEVA The World Health Organization’s (WHO) emergency committee on deadly yellow fever will meet on Aug. 31 to...
5 ways to avoid falling into the brunch trap
Paper-based device spots falsified or degraded medications
There is nothing more satisfying than snuggling in bed past noon on a lazy Sunday morning and waking up to a nice brunch...
The researchers will present their work today at the 252nd National Meeting Exposition of the American Chemical Society...
Soluble corn fiber can help build and retain calcium in bone during adolescence and post-menopause
NIH researchers discover rare, lethal inflammatory disease that affects young children
Supplementing with soluble corn fiber at two critical times in a woman’s life – adolescence and postmenopause...
National Institutes of Health researchers have discovered a rare and sometimes lethal inflammatory disease – otulipenia...
Beyond Slurpees: Many Japanese MiniMarts Now Cater To Elders
Care Forum Wales chairman: Triple whammy hitting care homes
i This Lawson convenience store in Kowaguchi, Japan, sells a selection of prepared meals and fresh vegetables...
Urgent action is needed to deal with the “triple whammy” hitting care homes and domiciliary care companies, the...
Antrim Area Hospital: Man says human rights ‘violated’ by DNR order
Scientists discover a distinct new way in which we move our eyes
Media captionNeill Birnie became aware that the DNR order had been placed on his file after he was admitted to hospital with...
We probably do it every day, but scientists have only just discovered a distinct...
Doctors in India remove 40 knives from man’s stomach
Stretchy supercapacitors power wearable electronics
Doctors in northern India have surgically removed 40 knives from the stomach of a man who had swallowed them over the past...
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 23, 2016 — A future of soft robots that wash your dishes or smart T-shirts that power your cell...
Battery you can swallow could enable future ingestible medical devices
Biological invasions threaten developing countries
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 23, 2016 — Non-toxic, edible batteries could one day power ingestible devices for diagnosing and...
Invasions from alien species such as Japanese Knotweed and grey squirrels threaten the economies and livelihoods of residents...
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Coral conservation efforts aided by computer simulations
Reef castaways: Can coral make it across Darwin’s ‘impassable’ barrier?
Contrary to a prevailing theory, coral larvae could not survive the five-thousand-kilometer trip across the Pacific Ocean...
An international team of researchers have shown that vulnerable coral populations in the eastern tropical Pacific have...
Global forecast assesses countries’ invasive species risk, response capacity
Jailed Gambia opposition official dies in hospital
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – A global forecast of how invasive species could travel and spread in the 21st century shows...
DAKAR (Reuters) – A detained official from Gambia’s main opposition movement died in hospital over the weekend,...
Over 1,900 killed in ‘chilling’ Philippines war on drugs
Does Jenna Dewan Tatum’s natural cough remedy work?
By Karen Lema and Manuel Mogato MANILA (Reuters) – More than 1,900 people, or about 36 per day, have been killed in...
Summertime colds seem so unfair. The sun is shining; the beach is beckoning—and your nose is running like a faucet....
Does Jenna Dewan Tatum’s natural cough remedy work?
Electrical synapses in the brain offer new avenue for epilepsy research and possible treatment
Summertime colds seem so unfair. The sun is shining; the beach is beckoning—and your nose is running like a faucet....
Researchers find herpes strain in the nervous system Dr. Serge Barcy studies herpes viruses at Seattle Children’s Research Institute. In a paper published in the journal...
That brief moment of disconnect from reality is called an absence seizure, and according to the Epilepsy Society, childhood...
Prenatal exposure to organochlorine chemicals linked to increased odds of autism in children Chemicals used in certain pesticides and as insulating material banned in the 1970s may still be haunting us, according to...
New study aims to find how genes that influence brain function cause risk for drug addiction
Injecting omega-3 fatty acid reduces brain damage in neonatal mouse model of stroke
A new study aims to better understand what makes some individuals particularly vulnerable to developing drug addiction. A...
Researchers from Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) found that omega-3 fatty acids reduced brain damage in a neonatal...
Study suggests limiting tackling drills in youth football practices could reduce risk of head impacts
New MRI method detects low zinc levels to help identify healthy prostate tissue from cancer
Nearly three quarters of the football players in the U.S. are less than 14 years old. But amid growing concern about concussion...
A novel MRI method that detects low levels of zinc ion can help distinguish healthy prostate tissue from cancer, UT Southwestern...
Researchers discover new role of cellular signaling molecule involved in release of hunger hormone
Smartphone app may help improve antiretroviral therapy adherence among people living with HIV
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified a previously unknown role of a cellular signaling molecule...
A screen shot of DRUM app question asking participants whether they took their medication. The...
New flexible material can make any window ‘smart’
Study uses geo-mapping to identify ‘hot spots’ for use of fentanyl and other opiates
AUSTIN, Texas — Researchers in the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin have invented...
SEATTLE — As the U.S. experiences sharp increases in drug overdoses, researchers in Delaware are using geo-mapping...
Study examines families’ journeys to accepting transgender children
Private detention of immigrants deters family visits, study finds
SEATTLE — A tiny hair barrette and an anguished moment marked the turning point for one mother in coming to fully accept...
SEATTLE — Immigrants detained in a privately run detention facility while awaiting deportation decisions are far less...
Study finds changes to retirement
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Fists not football: Brain injuries seen in domestic assaults
New NIH-funded study to identify risks for vulnerability to drug addiction
CHICAGO (AP) — There are no bomb blasts or collisions with burly linemen in Susan Contreras’ past. Her headaches,...
BINGHAMTON, NY – A new study aims to better understand what makes some individuals particularly vulnerable to developing...
Research offers new insights into sleep/awake patterns in animals
Scientists reveal role of lysosomal vesicles in spread of Parkinson’s disease
Research from University of California, Irvine scientists and their colleagues offers new insights into why many animals...
Scientists from the Institut Pasteur have demonstrated the role of lysosomal vesicles in transporting ?-synuclein aggregates,...
Tel Aviv University researchers unravel how melanoma spreads to distant organs
Study looks at ways to reduce prescription drugs linked to fracture risk among older adults
In a landmark discovery, researchers at Tel Aviv University have unraveled the metastatic mechanism of melanoma, the most...
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You vs. Future You; Or Why We’re Bad At Predicting Our Own Happiness
How Smart Are You? Patterns of Brain Activity Might Hold Clues
i Dan Gilbert says we’re not great at predicting how much we will enjoy an experience in part because...
Your brain activity differs depending on whether you’re working on a task, or at rest — and just how much that activity...
To Keep Teens Slim, Focus on Health Not Weight
For young football players, some tackling drills can pose higher injury risks than games
Cars When teenagers are overweight, parents and doctors should encourage a healthy lifestyle rather than worry about the...
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (AUGUST 23, 2016). Seventy percent of football players in the US are youths 9 to 14 years of age, yet...
Some youth football drills riskier than others
Chemicals banned decades ago linked to increased autism risk today
Nearly three quarters of the football players in the U.S. are less than 14 years old. But amid growing concern about concussion...
Chemicals used in certain pesticides and as insulating material banned in the 1970s may still be haunting us, according to...
Cybersecurity researchers design a chip that checks for sabotage
‘Putting prevention in their pockets’
BROOKLYN, New York — With the outsourcing of microchip design and fabrication worldwide, a $350 billion business, bad...
The past, present & future of gravitational-wave astronomy, with Kip Thorne & Rainer Weiss In an extensive interview published online this week, the winners of the 2016 Kavli Prize in Astrophysics discuss their 40-year...
Philippines police say not all unexplained killings are drug-related MANILA (Reuters) – The Philippines’ national police chief said on Tuesday that about 1,900 people had been killed...
Urban water pumping raises arsenic risk in Southeast Asia Normally, groundwater levels in this monsoon
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Would people living with HIV be willing to self-report on daily substance use and antiretroviral...
Clinton: Trump health allegations a ‘wacky strategy’ LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hillary Clinton pushed back Monday against charges that she’s physically unfit for the White...
Management actions to combat recessions could compromise the performance effects of empowerment These are the findings from a new study by Professor Stephen Wood from the University of Leicester and Chidiebere Ogbonnaya...
Researchers find intelligent people have ‘more efficient’ brain connections even at rest
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Scans found cognitive ability may be result of ‘welltuned brain network’ Claim it could even be possible in...
Some women should be screened for breast cancer EVERY year ‘because their tumours are harder to spot’
Doctor writes his ‘journey into the afterlife in out-of-body experience during surgery’
Study: Women with ‘high density’ breasts should be screened annually A quarter of women have dense breast tissue, which...
Saw the afterlife? Dr Rajiv Parti claims he saw heaven in the emergency room at UCLA Medical Center on Christmas...
Could mouthwash combat gonorrhoea?
‘Bagpipe lung’ warning for wind musicians
“A gargle a day keeps gonorrhoea away” is an unlikely slogan, but researchers believe it could hold some truth....
Trumpeters, saxophonists and pipers beware – playing a wind instrument could damage your lungs, UK doctors warn in...
Seven day NHS pledge faces ‘staff shortages’
Bubble-wrapped sponge creates steam using sunlight
A confidential review of the government’s plan for a seven-day NHS has identified 13 risks, according to the Guardian...
How do you boil water? Eschewing the traditional kettle and flame, MIT engineers have invented a bubble-wrapped, sponge-like...
Single-celled fungi multiply, alien-like, by fusing cells in host
Rx associated with fracture risk infrequently reduced after fracture occurrence
Microsporidia cause diarrhea, an illness called microsporidiosis and even death in immunecompromised individuals. In spite...
Fighting barnacle buildup with biology The coating of barnacles and other growth along the bottoms of boats is more than just an eyesore. Biofouling, as it is known,...
Cells’ steering wheel Similarly to cars, cells need a steering mechanism that guides them towards a certain target or direction. Scientists at...
Is the occurrence of a fragility fracture – where Medicare beneficiaries broke a hip, wrist or shoulder – a missed...
Study measures methane release from Arctic permafrost A University of Alaska Fairbanks-led research project has provided the first modern evidence of a landscape-level permafrost...
Philippines police say not all 1,067 unexplained killings are drug-related (Reuters) – The Philippines’ national police chief said on Tuesday not all of the 1,067 unexplained killings...
Full adherence to guidelinerecommend therapies associated with lower rate of MACE
Can a wire in the heart help you climb the stairs again? New op could help thousands avoid transplant surgery
Recent statistics show that cardiovascular disease with established atherosclerotic (i.e., coronary, cerebrovascular and...
Tiny clamps could help heart failure patients avoid the need for a transplant. Ian Whitehead, a 63year-old former civil...
A sugar jab could be a new way to ease the pain of carpal tunnel syndrome
Miami schools handing out longsleeved shirts and pants to protect against Zika
Chronic carpal tunnel syndrome affects over 1.5 million people in the UK This occurs when a nerve becomes trapped or compressed...
Could a damp bathroom be making you ill? After a heavy downpour flooded her home, Jenny Ellingford had hoped that once she had mopped up that would be that. But...
Schools started again in Miami on Monday as Zika spreads in the city Teachers have been told to distribute long-sleeved...
The best ways to treat bad sunburn, from eating blackberries to popping a painkiller What’s the best way to treat sunburn? Here, Anton Alexandroff, a consultant dermatologist at the University Hospitals...
Why you do NOT need a bigger protein shake to bulk up
Flooding In Louisiana Raises Questions About Timing, Urgency Of Warnings
Muscular athletes drink increasingly large protein shakes as they bulk up It is widely believed that bigger muscles need...
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No more than 6 teaspoons of added sugar per day for kids, experts say
Food, even water can spoil when the power goes out
Children from the age of two to 18 should eat or drink no more than six teaspoons of added sugars daily, according to recommendations...
(HealthDay)—The typical “social business diet”— heavy on red meats, sweet drinks, processed snacks and booze—takes...
TV ratings for parents let violence, drinking slip through
Let Go of Pain In 5 Healthy Steps
(HealthDay)—Parents should take industry television ratings with a grain of salt, since they don’t...
The moment you realize you’re ruminating, say your phrase, close your eyes and watch your breath as you take a long,...
Florida students in Zika zone begin school year amid outbreak
Canine hereditary disorders are more widespread than previously indicated
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — More than 7,000 students in Miami-Dade County started the new school year Monday in a Zika zone. ...
Genoscoper Ltd. has published in cooperation with the researchers of University of Helsinki and Pennsylvania (USA) so far...
‘Artificial atom’ created in graphene
Genetic regulation of the thymus function identified
In a tiny quantum prison, electrons behave quite differently as compared to their counterparts in free space. They can only...
Researchers at the universities of Basel and Oxford have for the first time identified all genes regulated by the protein...
New global migration mapping to help fight against infectious diseases
Map helps maximize carbon-capture material
Geographers at the University of Southampton have completed a large scale data and mapping project to track the flow of...
A careful balance of the ingredients in carboncapture materials would maximize the sequestration of greenhouse gases while...
New theory could lead to new generation of energy friendly optoelectronics
Death rates from heart attacks and strokes plummet in a decade
Researchers at Queen’s University Belfast and ETH Zurich, Switzerland, have created a new theoretical framework which...
In last decade alone, mortality rates have dropped by more than 40% But heart disease remains a massive burden on the NHS,...
Could you have bagpipe lung? Warning over toxic mould inside wind instruments like the trombone and saxophone
‘Rare details of heaven revealed’: Doctor writes book that ‘chronicles his journey into the afterlife in out-of-body experience during surgery’
Wind instruments harbour a host of fungi and mould spores inside them Musicians can have an allergic reaction if they breathe...
Saw the afterlife? Dr Rajiv Parti claims he saw heaven in the emergency room at UCLA Medical Center on Christmas...
Expert reveals what could be causing millions of us to sweat
Like thousands of people, Steve’s weight plummeted because he simply couldn’t eat
For the past four or five years, I have had night sweats. I fall asleep easily, but then wake up for a few hours, sweating...
The ability to swallow is something most of us take for granted. Crime writer Steve Mosby certainly hadn’t given it a...
Mary Poppins star Dick Van Dyke takes our health quiz
How Big, Really, Is The Zika Outbreak In Florida?
By Sarah Ewing for the Daily Mail Published: 16:29 EST, 22 August 2016 | Updated: 18:05 EST, 22 August 2016 ...
i A plane sprays pesticide over the Wynwood neighborhood of Miami on August 6. That’s just one way...
‘Bagpipe lung’ death a warning to wind instrument players
Study finds novel molecular clues behind nocturnal behavior
Musicians take heed: Wind instruments need to be cleaned regularly to prevent the growth of fungi that can cause “bagpipe...
The signals that determine sleep/active modes in mammals are sent to the brain via different routes,...
Too few female urologists to meet aging patients’ demand
Modified checklist with follow-up valid for autism in toddlers
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Postpartum depression can be ID’d during infant hospitalization
Study validates new tool for diagnosing dehydration in children
(Medical Xpress)—According to the hedonic principle, people are motivated by the pursuit of pleasure and, conversely, the...
A simple new score predicts the severity of dehydration among young children in Dhaka, Bangladesh....
Doctors identify potential ‘bagpipe lung’ hazard for wind instrument players
Fall in UK cardiovascular disease toll not equal among all four countries or genders
Doctors writing in the journal Thorax have warned musicians who play wind instruments of a potential hazard they have dubbed...
UK deaths from heart disease and stroke have plummeted by almost 70% over the past 30 years, but these improvements have...
Expecting the worst increases sideeffects in breast cancer patients on hormone therapies
Trilobites: Seeing Through to a Mouse’s Nervous System
A study of women receiving hormone therapies such as tamoxifen as part of their treatment for breast cancer has found that...
Well: Beware ‘Bagpipe Lung’ A report in the journal Thorax describes a newly recognized cause of a potentially fatal lung disease: playing a contaminated...
Findings From A Day On The Pacific Crest Trail We had planned the hike for about two months, taking our time agreeing on a distance, picking just the right section of trail,...
How To Save Money On Prescription Medication Almost any and everything can be appealed, including your prescriptions. Every day letters are sent out by insurance companies...
A Unique Approach To Discomfort Through pain and suffering, my heart opened up to greater transparency for God’s light to shine through and heal, motivate,...
Elongation by contraction Scientists from the Mechanobiology Institute (MBI) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have discovered a new mechanism...
Survey finds vast majority of Americans think US is divided over values and politics Americans see their country as deeply divided over values and politics — a gap they do not expect to diminish any time...
Bioimaging: A clear view of the nervous system Lesions caused by traumatic brain damage, stroke and functional decline due to aging processes can disrupt the complex cellular...
Jailed Gambia opposition official dies in
Neuroscientists have developed a way to turn an entire mouse, including its muscles and internal organs, transparent while...
Well: EpiPen Price Rise Sparks Concern for Allergy Sufferers A steep increase in the price of the EpiPen, a lifesaving injection device for people with severe allergies, has sparked...
Vet Works Out With 10-Year-Old Amputee, Says Boy’s Willpower Is Inspiring The pair, both using prosthetics, push the tire down the road under Sanchez’s direction. The vet urges Diego along by...
#HeartWarrior: Maddy Reyes Maddy Reyes is a 12-year-old Heart Warrior participating in the 2016 Puget Sound Heart and Stroke Walk. She is also a social...
Florida students begin classes amid Zika outbreak August 22, 2016, 6:30 PM|More than 8,000 students in Miami-Dade county started the new school year Monday in the “Zika...
Experts call for better services for patients with facial pain Patients with persistent face pain should be tested to ensure they get the best and most rapid treatment whilst also saving...
Severe obesity revealed as a standalone high-risk factor for heart failure A study by Johns Hopkins researchers of more than 13,000 people has found that even after accounting for such risk factors...
Study shows acetaminophen can be tolerated by children with mild, persistent asthma CLEVELAND, Ohio – A new study finds young children with mild, persistent asthma, can tolerate acetaminophen without...
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DAKAR (Reuters) – A detained official from Gambia’s main opposition movement died in hospital over the weekend,...
By Karen Lema MANILA (Reuters) – The Philippines has recorded about 1,800 drug-related killings since President Rodrigo...
Texas ruling adds to transgender students’ back-to-school anxiety
Does Your Child Need Eyeglasses?
By Colleen Jenkins WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (Reuters) – When Ashley Nurkin’s 7-year-old daughter begins second grade...
Nearly 80 percent of what kids learn in their first 12 years is through their vision. Your back-to-school checklist should...
What Raises – and Lowers – Dementia Risk
From pollution to caffeine intake: Researcher reveals dementia risks
From pollution to coffee, there are a number of factors believed that raise – or reduce – a person’s risk of developing...
Dr Ruth Peters, a neuropsychologist from Imperial College London, is one such scientist. Her research involves trying to...
Louisiana Tech University professor receives NSF grant to advance brain research
Dartmouth-led research on how attention works in the brain receives NSF award
RUSTON, La. – The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded a team led by Dr. Leonidas Iasemidis, the Rhodes...
A collaborative research project on the neural basis of attention, to be led by Peter Ulric Tse, professor of Psychological...
UTSA, UT Health Science Center receive nearly $4.6 million grant for cancer research
Russian and US scientists collaborate to map migration paths of Arctic breeding birds
The Center for Innovative Drug Discovery (CIDD), a joint venture between The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) and...
Conservation of intertidal habitat– 65 percent of which has been lost over the last 50 years– is critical to...
Carnegie Mellon and Near Earth Autonomy robots and drones put on a show at Clemson
Why you do NOT need a bigger protein shake to bulk up: Gym buffs and novices ‘use exactly the same amount of protein for muscle growth’
PENDLETON, South Carolina – A rumbling robot and several high-flying drones recently made an on-site appearance at...
Charlie Sheen praises new medical advice that says drugs DO block HIV spread Charlie Sheen has spoken exclusively to Daily Mail Online to celebrate the news that doctors now believe HIV medication can...
Gord Downie brain cancer fund raises $265K, still growing There’s no doubt that Gord Downie has inspired Canadians through his music, bringing many fans to tears during his...
Muscular athletes drink increasingly large protein shakes as they bulk up It is widely believed that bigger muscles need...
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Life as an obstetrician in a war zone In Aleppo, Syria, Doctor Farida – an obstetrician and gynaecologist – faces a daily battle to deliver babies...
Teenage girls: Mental well-being ‘worsening’
Albuminuria linked to higher nighttime SBP in hypertension
The mental well-being of teenage girls in England has worsened in recent years, says research for the Department for Education. Researchers...
(HealthDay)—Three renal biomarkers, acute kidney injury (AKI), albuminuria, and low estimated glomerular filtration rate...
U.S. Olympians taking part in health and wellness study
Children should eat less than 25 grams of added sugars daily
After they’ve finished competing here in the Olympics, some Americans will be getting another measure of their health...
Children ages 2 to 18 should eat or drink less than six teaspoons of added sugars...
Low protein diets may improve blood sugar regulation in obesity
Blocking release of the hormone ghrelin may mediate low blood sugar effect
A large breakfast containing whey protein may help manage Type 2 diabetes, new research from Israel
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New understanding of pulmonary hypertension leads to promising drug targets
Researchers discover otulipenia, a new inflammatory disease
A groundbreaking new study led by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC has identified a new group of compounds...
The just-discovered disease is a rare and sometimes lethal inflammatory disease that causes fever,...
Breast density and risk may be useful for guiding mammography screening frequency
Global Health: That Cloth Mask for Smoggy Days? A Paper One Works Better.
Results from a second comprehensive analysis of mammography screening, this time using data from digital mammography, confirms...
Across Asia, hundreds of millions of motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians wear face masks to protect themselves against...
Got a Thyroid Tumor? Most Should Be Left Alone.
Attention, Parents: Keep Track Of The Sweet Stuff
Overdiagnosing Thyroid Cancer Ultrasound and other scans may reveal small thyroid tumors, many of which would never...
Natural sugars — such as fructose in fruit, and lactose in milk and dairy products — are OK. The red flags are...
Grandpa’s Plan To Skydive With Grandson Wound Up Saving His Life
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Some say that nothing makes you feel more alive than jumping out of a plane, but for one Texas man, signing up for the death-defying...
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Infants develop expectations about what people prefer to eat, providing early evidence of the social nature through which...
Umbilical cells shed light on how obesity may pass from mother to child
NIH researchers discover otulipenia, a new inflammatory disease
BOSTON – (August 22, 2016) – Scientists have long known that infants born to women who are obese show higher...
National Institutes of Health researchers have discovered a rare and sometimes lethal inflammatory disease – otulipenia...
Better understanding seismic hazards
New microchip demonstrates efficiency and scalable design
The April 2015 Gorkha earthquake in Nepal killed more than 8,000 people and injured more than 21,000. With a magnitude of...
Princeton University researchers have built a new computer chip that promises to boost performance of data centers that...
‘Cyclops’ beetles hint at solution to ‘chicken-and-egg’ problem in novel trait evolution
Researchers find that in older adults, relationships with family members decrease the risk of dying
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Beetles with cyclops eyes have given Indiana University scientists insight into how new traits...
New research suggests that having more or closer relationships with family members can decrease the risk of mortality in...
Clearspring seeks to sell Medical Pharmacies, could fetch C$1 billion: sources
Republicans urge U.S. Treasury to overhaul tax inversion proposals
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U.S. judge blocks Obama transgender school bathroom policy
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Women with dense breasts may need annual mammograms
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U.S. lawmakers press Mylan on EpiPen price increases
People favour expressive, communicative robots over efficient and effective ones
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Many stroke patients experience unnecessary delays in presentation to medical services
Scientists discover novel African types of Salmonella linked to blood poisoning and death
A new study reveals that many patients are not aware that they are having a stroke when they are experiencing symptoms. The...
The first global-scale genetic study of Salmonella Enteritidis bacteria, which is a major cause of blood poisoning and death...
Study may show ways to maintain immunity in older people
Morbidly obese individuals more likely to experience heart failure, say researchers
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A study by Johns Hopkins researchers of more than 13,000 people has found that even after accounting for such risk factors...
Seeds of tropical shrub guarana contain ten times more amount of catechins than green tea The millions of people who consume green tea all over the world benefit from the catechins it contains. Catechins are a class...
‘Memories’ in your DNA could keep a permanent record of your life Your cells could soon keep an accurate record of their entire biological history, including attacks from microbial invaders...
Children should have no more than 6 teaspoons of sugar per day
In Drought-Stricken California, There’s No Longer A Fire ‘Season’
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RACHEL MARTIN, HOST: A major fire in Southern California has destroyed more than a hundred homes and...
FDA allows marketing of first-of-kind computerized cognitive tests to help assess cognitive skills after a head injury
Doctors want more funding for seniors’ health care in next health accord
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today permitted marketing of two new devices to assess a patient’s cognitive function...
Palliative care gets a ‘D’ in Canada Quebec city’s healht agency has confirmed the first known case in Canada of someone legally receiving medical aid...
Canadian doctors want the federal government to commit more funding to seniors’ care in the next health accord, according...
Truth or fib? When kids say they’re too sick for school (HealthDay)—It’s only a matter of time after school begins before parents have to deal with a...
Drug-coated balloon cuts TLR in femoropopliteal artery disease
Barrier-specific care significantly improves glycemic control
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Findings from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM), which appear in eLife, provide a possible explanation as to why...
Novel MRI technique distinguishes healthy prostate tissue from cancer using zinc
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In populations with a low prevalence of tuberculosis (TB), the majority of positives with the three tests commercially available...
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Counterfeit Pills Containing Fentanyl Found At Prince’s Estate
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Counterfeit pills containing the synthetic opioid fentanyl were found at Prince’s estate in Minneapolis, the Associated...
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The science of diffusion and the spread of public policy
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New discovery in genetic research could lead to treatments for mitochondrial diseases
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) from the University...
Soluble corn fiber can help young women build bone, and older women preserve bone WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Supplementing with soluble corn fiber at two critical times in a woman’s life –...
Lebanon, NH — (Aug. 22, 2016) Fragility fractures — those that occur at standing height — are a significant...
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Pfizer will pay about $14 billion to buy cancer drug developer Medivation in a cash deal aimed at fortifying its hold in...
Iraq used torture to extract confessions from convicts, Amnesty says
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BAGHDAD (Reuters) – Amnesty International on Monday condemned the hanging in Iraq of 36 men convicted of a mass killing...
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The Obama administration is confident about the legal basis of its transgender student bathroom...
Mislabeled pills seized at Prince’s home after his death: reports
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GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The drier, warmer autumn weather that’s becoming more common due to climate change may extend...
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Pfizer boosts cancer drug roster with $14 billion Medivation deal
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Despite a long-held belief that there are too few psychiatrists to care for patients in need, an Ontario study by Dr. Paul...
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Researcher who led fight to eradicate smallpox dies at 87
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8/19: Zika cluster in Miami Beach; White Missouri woman’s slave cabin sparks race talk
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Your kid’s cyberbully is more likely to be a friend Cyberbullying among teens is highly likely to involve current or former friends and dating partners, a new study finds. Researchers...
Strong external governance makes top managers more prone to cheat
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Tel Aviv University research reveals how melanoma spreads to other organs in the body In a landmark discovery, researchers at Tel Aviv University have unraveled the metastatic mechanism of melanoma, the most...
Stroke-like brain damage is reduced in mice injected with omega-3s
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New York, NY, August 22, 2016–Researchers from Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) found that omega-3 fatty acids...
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Researchers have identified a brain mechanism that could be a drug target to help prevent tolerance and addiction to opioid...
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Medical board asked to drop antiabortion boss as president
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — An anti-abortion leader who heads Ohio’s medical board says he will recuse himself from voting...
Philippines drug war deaths climb to 1,800, U.S. voices concern
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — In a story Aug. 21 about pills found at Prince’s estate after his death, The Associated Press...
Florida Zika Virus Outbreak: Students to Get Zika Lessons, Mosquito Protection
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Mexican police turn blind eye to murders of transgender women, say activists
Giving birth in Texas got twice as deadly in 2 years
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Scientist argues against over-sanitizing for better health
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Dr. Jack Gilbert wants to make our hospitals dirty. His idea runs counter to hundreds of years of scientific practice. Since...
Scientists develop edible food packaging to prevent waste
Michigan dog dies after being soaked in chemicals at groomer
ROME (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Scientists are developing an edible form of packaging which they hope will preserve...
Max, a poodle and cocker spaniel mix, went to the groomer for a routine visit, but the 7-year-old rescue never came home...
Gene scanning ‘could improve screening for oesophageal cancer’
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Eat your food packaging, don’t bin it ROME (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Scientists are developing an edible form of packaging which they hope will preserve...
Sex bias evident in surgical research Few studies of surgery patients enroll similar numbers of men and women despite laws aimed at dissuading sex bias in research,...
Scientist argues against over-sanitizing for better health
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After a fracture, patients often continue meds that boost fracture risk (Reuters Health) – Older people who break a bone are often receiving medications that can increase the risk of a...
Authorities investigating 70 deaths linked with German clinic About 70 people have died after receiving treatment at a German cancer clinic where authorities were investigating three...
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Scientists develop edible food packaging to prevent waste
Low selenium levels linked to liver cancer risk? An interview with Dr David Hughes
ROME (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Scientists are developing an edible form of packaging which they hope will preserve...
L.A. photographer Andrew George’s exhibition features portraits of dying people Four years ago, photographer Andrew George approached the medical director of a Los Angeles hospital with an unusual request:...
Creating a molecular snapshot of the way proteins interact could help development of new cancer drugs Cancer drugs known as ErbB inhibitors have shown great success in treating many patients with lung, breast, colon and other...
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Guide reveals how to get the most out of your afternoon doze New graphics from Dreams reveal how long the perfect nap should be A doze lasting for 20 minutes is ideal for those seeking...
Canadian football leagues introduce concussion tests to kids as young as 7 In an effort to bolster football’s bruised reputation of being a dangerous sport that can lead brain damage, Canadian...
Spider silk helps creates microscope superlens
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Spider silk has been used to create a superlens for a microscope, allowing scientists to view objects previously deemed “invisible”. Physical...
Media captionRuth Coombs, the head of British Heart Foundation Cymru, said further research was needed to improve treatment...
Using science to reduce health consequences of early childhood adversity
New types of African Salmonella associated with lethal infection
Adversity during the first six years of life was associated with higher levels of childhood internalizing symptoms, such...
After a fracture, it’s time to rethink medications With half of all women and a quarter of all men over fifty expected to suffer a fracture in the years ahead, the number...
The first global-scale genetic study of Salmonella Enteritidis bacteria, which is a major cause of blood poisoning and death...
New study shows esophageal cancers driven by ‘marginal gain’ rather than speed Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute scientists have shown that unexpectedly, oesophageal cancer cells do not divide faster than...
Study suggests ways to improved immunity in older people
Stem cell therapy heals injured mouse brain
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Giving a compound called 3K3A-APC to mice with stroke-induced brain damage dramatically increased...
Antibiotic treatment increased risk for type 1 diabetes in animal study
Two key proteins preserve vital genetic information
Graph of the relationships between groups of bacterial species called OTUs found to occur together...
Cancer is often driven by various genetic mutations that are acquired through changes to a person’s DNA over time....
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AGA answers call for quality colorectal cancer patient info Bethesda, MD (Aug. 22, 2016) — Patients depend on the internet for health information, but when it comes to colorectal...
Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked To Popular Hawaii Sushi Chain Hawaii is experiencing one of the largest hepatitis A outbreaks the United States has seen in the last decade, with 206...
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Tunneling nanotubes between neurons enable the spread of Parkinson’s disease via lysosomes Scientists from the Institut Pasteur have demonstrated the role of lysosomal vesicles in transporting ?-synuclein aggregates,...
Many stroke patients experience delays in seeking and receiving care
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Research reveals that large areas of ‘degraded’ forest in Southeast Asia can play an important role in conserving...
NASA sees Tropical Storm Fiona weakening from wind shear
Survey finds deep concerns among young people of color about crim justice and gun violence
NASA-NOAA’s Suomi NPP satellite passed over Tropical Storm Fiona as it was being weakened by wind shear in the Central...
A new survey released today highlights how race and ethnicity shape the opinions of the country’s most diverse generation...
Jailed Gambian opposition official dies in hospital
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A Washington animal shelter has launched a campaign with a local Starbucks that banks on caffeine lovers opening their hearts...
Fox in Minneapolis that bit 2 tests positive for rabies
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After two people in Minnesota were bitten by a fox, officials captured the suspected animal found it positive for rabies. They...
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119-year-old woman aims for ‘world’s oldest’ title
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A woman who turned 119 on Sunday and has made it through two World Wars said she hopes to survive long enough to be named...
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DA Henderson, who led effort to eradicate smallpox, dies at 87
Fox in Minneapolis that bit 2 tests positive for rabies
Donald A. Henderson, who headed the World Health Organization vaccination effort that wiped out smallpox in 1977 and later...
After two people in Minnesota were bitten by a fox, officials captured the suspected animal found it positive for rabies. They...
119-year-old woman aims for ‘world’s oldest’ title
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A woman who turned 119 on Sunday and has made it through two World Wars said she hopes to survive long enough to be named...
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The number of locally transmitted Zika cases has risen to 36 and health officials have confirmed the mosquito-borne virus...
Swimming is an effective part of the treatment for fibromyalgia, study suggests
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Scientists challenge recommendation that men with more muscle need more protein
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Pro-nuclear countries making slower progress on climate targets
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A strong national commitment to nuclear energy goes hand in hand with weak performance on climate change targets, researchers...
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Sick wild house mice spend time away from their social groups, leading to a decrease in their potential for disease transmission...
Research reveals people in SubSaharan Africa satisfied with their sex lives
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People in Africa’s Sub-Sahara region, a relatively undeveloped area, are generally satisfied with their sex lives,...
Thousands of hospital operations and appointments are to be cancelled This winter’s move is part of Government plans...
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The US pharmaceutical giant Pfizer has confirmed that it will buy a US cancer drug firm, Medivation, for about $14bn (£10.7bn). After...
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Syrian Boy With Meningitis Evacuated From Besieged Town
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Genekam develops first therapeutic molecule candidate for Zika viruses
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Neuropsychologist pinpoints risk factors for dementia
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300 Miles Above Us, Astronauts Give The Space Station A New Door
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300 Miles Above Us, Astronauts Give The Space Station A New Door
Zika outbreak: CDC extends travel advisory to Florida’s Miami Beach
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South Beach has been identified as the second site of Zika transmission by mosquitoes on the U.S. mainland, Florida officials...
Zika outbreak: CDC extends travel advisory to Florida’s Miami Beach
This is Sting’s brain on music
South Beach has been identified as the second site of Zika transmission by mosquitoes on the U.S. mainland, Florida officials...
This is Sting’s brain on music Sting’s song Englishman in New York and the Rolling Stones’ (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction might not...
Sting’s song Englishman in New York and the Rolling Stones’ (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction might not...
Haiti cholera epidemic caused by UN troops, say experts The UN has finally acknowledged it played a role in an outbreak of cholera in Haiti in 2010 that has since killed about...
Haiti cholera epidemic caused by UN troops, say experts
Mental health care fund for pregnant women and new mums
The UN has finally acknowledged it played a role in an outbreak of cholera in Haiti in 2010 that has since killed about...
NHS England is inviting applications for funding to improve care for women with serious mental illness during pregnancy or...
Mental health care fund for pregnant women and new mums
Abortion provider Marie Stopes suspends services
NHS England is inviting applications for funding to improve care for women with serious mental illness during pregnancy or...
One of England’s main abortion providers has suspended terminations under general anaesthetic, and to under 18s, following...
Abortion provider Marie Stopes suspends services
Hidden plan exclusions may leave gaps in women’s care, study finds
One of England’s main abortion providers has suspended terminations under general anaesthetic, and to under 18s, following...
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Are Support Groups Helpful After Cancer?
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Are Support Groups Helpful After Cancer?
How Expanded Roles For Home Health Aides Can Improve The Health Of Older Americans
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The Secret To Becoming Unbearably Attractive Most importantly, in the spirit of making yourself wildly sexy to others, exude passion for what you enjoy doing. Passion...
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Florida Governor Confirms Zika Transmission In Miami Beach
Most importantly, in the spirit of making yourself wildly sexy to others, exude passion for what you enjoy doing. Passion...
Florida officials said on Friday they have identified a new area of Zika virus transmission through local mosquitoes in a...
Florida Governor Confirms Zika Transmission In Miami Beach
Changing Travel Plans Due To Zika? Here Are 13 Warm Vacations To Take This Winter
Florida officials said on Friday they have identified a new area of Zika virus transmission through local mosquitoes in a...
Changing Travel Plans Due To Zika? Here Are 13 Warm Vacations To Take This Winter It may not feel like it right now, but winter is coming. The colder months are the perfect time for a sunshiny escape, and...
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Second Zika zone confirmed in Miami Beach Officials have identified a second area of Zika transmission on the U.S. mainland, Florida Gov. Rick Scott said in a press...
Second Zika zone confirmed in Miami Beach
Two genes might help predict breast cancer survival
Officials have identified a second area of Zika transmission on the U.S. mainland, Florida Gov. Rick Scott said in a press...
The activity of two genes may help predict certain breast cancer patients’ chances of survival and guide their treatment,...
Two genes might help predict breast cancer survival
Who drinks more — couples or singles?
The activity of two genes may help predict certain breast cancer patients’ chances of survival and guide their treatment,...
Who drinks more — couples or singles? People who are married or live together drink less than single people, according to a new study. The findings show that “once...
People who are married or live together drink less than single people, according to a new study. The findings show that “once...
NASA sees Tropical Storm Lionrock south of Japan Tropical Storm Lionrock was moving south of Japan when NASA’s Terra satellite passed overhead and looked at the large...
NASA sees Tropical Storm Lionrock south of Japan
NASA spies Tropical Storm Mindulle’s southern side strength
Tropical Storm Lionrock was moving south of Japan when NASA’s Terra satellite passed overhead and looked at the large...
NASA’s Terra satellite provided an infrared view of Tropical Storm Mindulle that showed thunderstorm development...
NASA spies Tropical Storm Mindulle’s southern side strength
NASA’s Terra Satellite sees Tropical Storm Dianmu over Vietnam
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New Study Challenges Assumption of Asbestos’ Ability to Move in Soil
Proton pump found to regulate blood pH in stingrays
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Proton pump found to regulate blood pH in stingrays
Colombia mulls bill to tackle mercury contamination from illegal gold mining
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Colombia mulls bill to tackle mercury contamination from illegal gold mining
Polish athlete puts Olympic medal up for sale to help boy with cancer
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Polish athlete puts Olympic medal up for sale to help boy with cancer
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Correction: Harley-Defeat Device story WASHINGTON (AP) — In a story Aug. 19 about Harley-Davidson’s $15 million air-pollution settlement with federal regulators,...
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Florida officials: Zika spread by mosquitoes in South Beach MIAMI (AP) — South Beach has been identified as a second site of Zika transmission by mosquitoes on the U.S. mainland,...
Florida officials: Zika spread by mosquitoes in South Beach
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UN to provide ‘material assistance’ to Haiti cholera victims
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Canada’s Trudeau promotes rookie politician in cabinet shuffle
Life-saving heart devices often inaccessible in public places
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Life-saving heart devices often inaccessible in public places
U.N. chief: Moral responsibility to help Haiti cholera victims
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Up to 270 microcephaly cases expected in Puerto Rico due to Zika: officials
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Up to 270 microcephaly cases expected in Puerto Rico due to Zika: officials
Officials identify Miami’s South Beach as second site of Zika virus transmission
CHICAGO – U.S. health experts estimate that as many as 270 babies in Puerto Rico may be born with the severe birth defect...
Officials identify Miami’s South Beach as second site of Zika virus transmission Florida Gov. Rick Scott said Friday that officials have identified tourist-friendly South Beach as the second area of Zika...
Florida Gov. Rick Scott said Friday that officials have identified tourist-friendly South Beach as the second area of Zika...
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Misuse of Contact Lenses Can Trigger Eye Damage: CDC
You may think you know your own body well, but it can betray by you with certain unusual symptoms that may indicate an underlying...
Unsafe use of contact lenses — such as sleeping with them in place or using the same pair for too long — is triggering...
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Study Confirms ‘Chemo Brain’ is Real
Unsafe use of contact lenses — such as sleeping with them in place or using the same pair for too long — is triggering...
Men Don’t Talk About Their Health It’s known that women tend to go to the doctor more than do men, but a new survey finds that guys are also reluctant to...
Flesh-eating infections in rheumatoid arthritis patients spur new discovery Rheumatoid arthritis patients taking medications that inhibit interleukin-1beta (IL-1beta), a molecule that stimulates...
Breast cancer survivors often complain of thinking and memory problems that occur during and after undergoing chemotherapy....
Revolutionary method to map brains at single-neuron resolution successfully demonstrated Cold Spring Harbor, NY – Neuroscientists today publish in Neuron details of a revolutionary new way of mapping the...
Study highlights importance of regular lung cancer screenings for those at high risk A new study by researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center found patients who tested negative for lung cancer by a detailed X-ray...
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Vertebroplasty helps decrease acute pain in patients with osteoporotic fractures Vertebroplasty is a safe and effective procedure to reduce acute pain and disability in patients who have experienced spinal...
A chance observation in a Southern California fast food restaurant led Luis Martinez, Ph.D., to wonder about the connections...
Swimming can be effective option for treating patients with fibromyalgia pain A study performed by researchers at the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP) shows swimming is as effective as walking...
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Cloth masks not very effective in offering protection against air pollution, study shows Results of a new study by environmental health scientists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst suggest that inexpensive...
Being the sole breadwinner is bad for a man’s health US researchers followed the progress of more than 3,000 married people aged between 18 and 32 between 1997 and 2011 Cultural...
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Personal trainer Callum Melly explains when you need to avoid fruit Says body should be replenished with rice and potatoes...
Phoenix horse rider suffered a crushed skull after being kicked in the face
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A woman has released harrowing photos of her crushed skull after she was kicked in the head by horse. Cassy Fitch, 23,...
As we age, the smooth skin of childhood gives way to all sorts of mysterious lumps and bumps. Doctors are constantly reminding...
Calculator creates a sleeping schedule to get kids ready to wake up early
Joshua Titcombe death: Midwife suspended for nine months
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A midwife whose failings led to the death of a baby boy in Cumbria has been suspended for nine months. Holly Parkinson was...
CVD-targeted screening for the "silent killer" AAA shows promise
Wearable sensors could improve treatment for motor-skill impairments
Targeted screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) based on patients’ cardiovascular health shows promise for...
Every year in the United States almost 800,000 people suffer a stroke, an affliction which results in blood flow being cut...
Government’s childhood obesity plan flawed
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The Government’s childhood obesity plan is based on outdated evidence, shows the Government values corporate profit...
Study to explore the scale of physical activity and nutritional health messaging at major sporting events Loughborough University is part of an international consortium examining how physical activity and nutritional health messages...
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Elephants, cats, flies, and even worms sleep. It is a natural part of many animals’ lives. New research from Caltech...
New research sheds light on the real experience of calling the GP surgery A new study by Loughborough University has examined – for the first time – how receptionists interact with patients...
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In Florida, Pregnant Women Cover Up and Stay Inside Amid Zika Fears
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Shattered Self-Esteem: A Byproduct Of Infertility
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Hawaiian fruit flies had multiple ancestors
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Like African cichlids and the Darwin finches found on the Galapagos Islands, Hawaiian drosophilids are a striking example...
Young, gifted, first-generation minority science students motivated by prosocial values
Scripps Florida study finds ‘missing evolutionary link’ of widely used natural drug source
BETHESDA, MD–There are as many motives as there are undergraduates taking introductory science courses, but if you...
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Spider silk: Mother Nature’s biosuperlens
2014 Napa earthquake continued to creep, weeks after main shock
Scientists at the UK’s Bangor and Oxford universities have achieved a world first: using spider-silk as a superlens...
Nearly two years ago, on August 24, 2014, just south of Napa, California, a fault in the Earth suddenly slipped, violently...
Do Pokémon Go and augmented reality games offer real health benefits?
Victims of clashes overwhelm hospital in Indian Kashmir
New Rochelle, NY, August 19, 2016–The combination of augmented reality technology, geocaching, and other novel techniques...
By Cathal McNaughton and Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, India (Reuters) – More than 40 days of clashes between protesters...
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Animal research suggests Zika could affect the adult brain
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Friday August 19 2016 Mice infected with Zika experienced brain cell death “Zika virus may cause long-term...
Seniors who feel ‘old’ more likely to have memory problems
Helmets prevent severe head injuries in bike accidents
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(Reuters Health) – Despite some criticism of bike helmets for not being protective enough, they do cut the risk...
Florida governor confirms Zika transmission in Miami Beach
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Helmets prevent severe head injuries in bike accidents
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Despite some criticism of bike helmets for not being protective enough, they do cut the risk of severe traumatic brain injury...
It would be premature to say that we are losing the war on Zika, but we have certainly lost our fair share of battles. The...
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Added benefit of combination drug for HIV-infected patients not proven The drug combination emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide is approved in combination with other antiviral agents for the treatment...
What time SHOULD your children go to bed? Clever calculator creates a sleeping schedule to get kids ready to wake up early to go back to school
Does YOUR baby cry a lot? Then it’s more likely to be fat: Distressed infants seek food rewards while cuddly babies want to blow bubbles
One company has created a handy tool for parents Allows you to create unique sleeping schedule to get your kids prepared Aims...
Children who get upset easily prefer rewards in the form of edible treats Cuddly infants are more likely to want a treat...
Queen Mary University study shows which heartburn patients are at risk of oesophageal cancer
The healthiest supermarket takeaways revealed
Oesophageal cancer is the eighth most common cancer in the world One cause is Barrett’s oesophagus – when stomach...
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Healthista reveals the tips to help your sex life after having a baby
The cheats’ way to lose 100 calories? Run a hot bath
Many women fear having a baby will rob them of their ability to have good sex for the rest of their lives. The fun-part...
An hour in a 40?C (104F) bath burned an average of 126 calories More effective at lowering blood sugar levels than same...
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Zika outbreak: Miami Beach official says no confirmation of spread
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A Miami Beach official says there’s been no confirmation that mosquitoes have spread the Zika virus in the tourism-dependent...
Revolutionary method to map the brain at single-neuron resolution is successfully demonstrated
‘Born to be bad’ or ‘born to be benign’—testing cells for esophageal cancer risk
An injection into a “source” region of the brain contains a viral library encoding a diverse...
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New cluster of locally transmitted Zika cases in Miami Beach?
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Calcium supplements linked to higher dementia risk
NASA monitors the ‘new normal’ of sea ice
Taking calcium supplements with the hope of keeping osteoporosis at bay may raise an older woman’s risk of dementia, a...
This year’s melt season in the Arctic Ocean and surrounding seas started with a bang, with a record low maximum extent...
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Vertebroplasty helps reduce acute pain among patients with spinal fractures
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WASHINGTON, August 19, 2016–Vertebroplasty is a safe and effective procedure to reduce acute pain and disability in...
NASA spots strong convection in strengthening Tropical Storm Kay
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NASA sees wind shear affecting Tropical Storm Fiona
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Texas girl gets 3-D prosthetic limb from public library
Misusing contact lenses can result in serious eye damage, CDC says
After spending more than a year on a waiting list for a functional prosthetic hand, a Texas girl’s needs were met by her...
Many reported cases of serious eye damage result from misusing contact lenses, including sleeping in them or wearing them...
Olympic gold-winning Simones spark baby name surge
Lifelike doll in hot car prompts police to smash window, administer CPR
If the Rio Olympics are any indication, naming your child Simone might give them a better shot at achieving international...
A lifelike baby doll prompted police in New Hampshire to smash a car window in a rescue attempt that turned out to be a false...
WTO backs EU in row over Russian import ban on pigs, pork
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Up to 270 microcephaly cases expected in Puerto Rico due to Zika: officials
Video addresses hazards of peeing in pools
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Texas girl gets 3-D prosthetic limb from public library
Misusing contact lenses can result in serious eye damage, CDC says
After spending more than a year on a waiting list for a functional prosthetic hand, a Texas girl’s needs were met by her...
Many reported cases of serious eye damage result from misusing contact lenses, including sleeping in them or wearing them...
Lifelike doll in hot car prompts police to smash window, administer CPR
Olympic gold-winning Simones spark baby name surge
A lifelike baby doll prompted police in New Hampshire to smash a car window in a rescue attempt that turned out to be a false...
If the Rio Olympics are any indication, naming your child Simone might give them a better shot at achieving international...
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An unhealthy diet during pregnancy could influence a child’s risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD),...
Wanted: Volunteers willing to be infected with the Zika virus for science. It may sound bizarre, but researchers are planning...
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‘Born to be bad’ or ‘born to be benign’ — testing cells for esophageal cancer risk Genetically analysing lesions in the food pipe could provide an early and accurate test for oesophageal cancer, according...
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Stanford scientists combine satellite data and machine learning to map poverty
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Gallstone disease may increase heart disease risk
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A history of gallstone disease may increase your risk of coronary heart disease, according to new research in the American...
A recent study indicates that a new class of oral diabetes drugs may help protect patients’ kidney health in addition...
Immune System and Spirit Kept Cancer at Bay for a Year
Conditions with Confusing Names
Jason Greenstein was at the vanguard of a new kind of treatment that unleashes the immune system to fight the disease...
Are You Happy? At the lowest moment in my life when my back had given out, lying in bed, I began to write in a small notebook. They were...
This Boy Is Dying Of An Illness Doctors Can Treat, But Syria’s War Won’t Let Them
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ran away from her Maryland home, where she lived with her father. It was...
Prevent eye infections from contact lenses with these tips
Study confirms long-term effects of ‘chemobrain’ in mice
Contact lens wearers must be vigilant in taking proper care of their lenses in order to prevent infections, the CDC warns...
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer have long complained of lingering cognitive impairments...
University of Washington paleontologists discover major T. rex fossil
In cells, some oxidants are needed
Paleontologists with the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture and the University of Washington have discovered a Tyrannosaurus...
BOSTON – (August 18, 2016) – Within our bodies, high levels of reactive forms of oxygen can damage proteins...
Smoking marijuana provides more pain relief for men than women
Scientists explain why Russian tuberculosis is the most infectious
NEW YORK, NY (August 18, 2016)–Researchers from Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) found that men had greater...
Researchers from the Federal Research and Clinical Centre of Physical-Chemical Medicine, and staff from MIPT’s Systems...
Pacific sea level predicts global temperature changes
MSF to evacuate staff from Yemen hospitals after Saudi-led air strikes
The amount of sea level rise in the Pacific Ocean can be used to estimate future global surface temperatures, according...
DOHA (Reuters) – Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) said it was evacuating its staff from six hospitals in northern Yemen...
British Ebola nurse ‘concealed temperature’ on return from Sierra Leone
British TV presenter brought out of coma after contracting malaria
LONDON (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – A Scottish nurse who contracted then recovered from Ebola is facing disciplinary...
The British TV sports presenter who fell into a coma after contracting malaria in Rio after traveling 3,000 miles in a charity...
Mosquitoes reportedly transmitting Zika in Miami Beach
Virtual reality treadmills help prevent falls in elderly
Mosquitoes are actively transmitting the Zika virus in Miami Beach, sources aware of conversations that took place Thursday...
(Reuters Health) – Adding a virtual reality obstacle course to treadmill workouts may help prevent more falls among...
Two children per hour seen at U.S. ERs for stroller, carrier injuries
FDA widens use of Edwards’ devices for heart valve replacement
(Reuters Health) – About 361,00 children were seen in U.S. emergency departments between 1990 and 2010 for injuries...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has widened the use of Edwards Lifesciences Corp’s heart valves to patients...
Zika virus identified in Miami Beach: Miami Herald report
Most fatal type of stroke declining along with smoking rates
The Zika virus has been identified in Miami Beach, one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, the Miami...
The type of brain bleeding that causes the most lethal kind of stroke has declined substantially since 1998, possibly as...
British TV presenter brought out of coma after contracting malaria
Mosquitoes reportedly transmitting Zika in Miami Beach
The British TV sports presenter who fell into a coma after contracting malaria in Rio after traveling 3,000 miles in a charity...
Mosquitoes are actively transmitting the Zika virus in Miami Beach, sources aware of conversations that took place Thursday...
Researchers receive $800,000 grant to reconnect neural communication between parts of the brain
Telephone postoperative clinic improves access to care, mitigates long travel distances for patients
Researchers from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and the University of Colorado Boulder have won a $800,000...
Implementation of a telephone postoperative clinic at a Veterans Affairs facility significantly improved utilization of surgeon...
Researchers unravel mechanism by
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To date, it has been assumed that the differentiation of stem cells depends on the environment they are embedded in. A research...
A new study by Loughborough University has examined – for the first time – how receptionists interact with patients...
Colorectal tumors present epigenetic heterogeneity, study finds
TSRI scientists find evidence supporting new therapeutic strategy against cocaine addiction
A new study led by Dr. Manel Esteller, Director of the Epigenetics and Cancer Biology Program (PEBC) of Bellvitge Biomedical...
Dentist Desmond D’Mello is struck off All but one of over 50 allegations against Desmond D’Mello were proven He was secretly filmed by a whistle-blower breaching...
Doctor warns most detox tea users have no idea they can cause heart and bowel problems They’re seen as a fashionable way to help in the quest to lose weight quickly. Endorsed by celebrities and promoted...
An international team led by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) has found strong evidence supporting a new...
Women who eat candy and burgers during pregnancy ‘more likely to have child with ADHD’ Study links diets high in fat and sugar with attention disorders Previous studies found children with poor diets developed...
Could Zika virus devastate the brain like Alzheimer’s? Zika can ‘wreak havoc’ in the brains of adults, causing long-term damage that may mirror the effects of Alzheimer’s...
For Pete’s Sake, Don’t Sleep or Swim in Your Contact Lenses
Are cellphones brain savers? Or are they eating into our memories?
i Contact lenses are simple and convenient, but also medical devices. Erik...
This probably sounds familiar — you book an appointment, make an entry on your smartphone, and completely forget about...
Ramucirumab in stomach cancer: Added benefit not proven
Regenstrief project assembles health information from different electronic medical records
Ramucirumab (trade name: Cyramza) is a monoclonal antibody, which blocks a receptor, reducing the growth of blood vessels...
Mockup of FHIR-enabled app from the Regenstrief Institute’s Center for Biomedical Informatics....
New clues found to how norovirus gets inside cells
Team identifies genes responsible for CMD risk
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified the protein...
In seven key tissues from patients with coronary artery disease, the Stockholm-Tartu Atherosclerosis...
New flu strains and old antibodies: How sinful is ‘original antigenic sin’?
Insecticide treatment of cattle to kill sand flies and combat leishmaniasis
Structure of HA from H1N1 virus. The trimer of hemagglutinin (HA) of an H1N1 virus is shown (Protein...
Bihari villagers live and work in close proximity to their livestock. Credit: David Poché ...
Osteoblastic metastases distinguished from enostoses using CT attenuation measurements
Study supports new strategy to fight cocaine addiction
A team of Boston researchers found that CT attenuation measurements can be used to distinguish untreated osteoblastic (bone-related)...
Candice Contet is an associate professor at The Scripps Research Institute. Credit: The Scripps...
Well: Antipsychotics During Pregnancy Not Tied to Birth Defects
Yes, This Is A Head Hammock For Napping On Planes And It’s Amazing
Taking antipsychotic medicines during pregnancy does not increase the risk for birth defects, a large new study has found. Antipsychotics...
NodPod is currently looking for Kickstarter support to get off the ground. Over 2,000 people have already helped propel their...
Seattle Schools Brace For A ‘Historic’ Scheduling Change
The Personality Traits That Make for Better Friends
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Famous Signs Are Suddenly Missing Letters To Prove A Crucial Point
Altruistic People Have More Sex
We’re (O) positive you have to check out this out. People, brands, iconic locations and more are losing the A’s, B’s,...
Tool or weapon? New research throws light on stone artifacts’ use as ancient projectiles BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — A team of psychologists, kinesiologists and archaeologists at Indiana University and elsewhere...
The science of spotting fake foods (video) WASHINGTON, Aug. 18, 2016 — There’s not much that can top a big bowl of spaghetti and meatballs — except,...
NASA sees Tropical Depression 10W form near Guam NASA’s Terra satellite captured an infrared image of the developing Tropical Storm 10W in the Northwestern Pacific...
After crunching the numbers, the researchers found that altruistic behavior “significantly predicted” self-reported...
NASA sees Tropical Storm 12W over the open Northwestern Pacific Ocean Tropical Storm 12W formed over the open waters of the Northwestern Pacific Ocean, far southeast of the big island of Japan....
An unexpected finding In the pursuit of a new class of photovoltaic materials, researchers at UC Santa Barbara happened upon an entirely different...
Fruit flies could be key to fighting cervical cancer caused by human papillomavirus Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the United States and has been...
IBS sufferers could find relief in a lowFODMAP diet
U.N. welcomes Russian words on Aleppo truce, trucks ‘ready to move’
FODMAPs are a family of short-chain carbohydrates that have recently gained much attention in the realm of health and nutrition,...
By Stephanie Nebehay GENEVA (Reuters) – Russia said on Thursday it would support a 48hour ceasefire in Aleppo, a move...
Harley-Davidson pays $15 million in airpollution settlement
U.N. remarks on Haiti cholera a ‘groundbreaking’ step to justice, say lawyers
WASHINGTON (AP) — Harley-Davidson Inc. agreed Thursday to pay $15 million to settle a U.S. government complaint over...
British Ebola nurse ‘concealed temperature’ on return from Sierra Leone: media LONDON (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – A Scottish nurse who contracted then recovered from Ebola is facing disciplinary...
By Anastasia Moloney BOGOTA (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Lawyers seeking compensation for Haitians killed or sickened...
Most fatal type of stroke declining along with smoking rates (Reuters Health) – The type of brain bleeding that causes the most lethal kind of stroke has declined substantially...
Study in mice shows Zika virus also attacks adult brain cells
Childhood abuse linked to worse survival odds for adult women
CHICAGO – U.S. researchers have found that Zika can attack special populations of brain cells in adult mice in the part...
Girls who suffer maltreatment and abuse may be less likely to survive into middle age than their peers who don’t experience...
British Ebola nurse ‘concealed temperature’ on return from Sierra Leone: media
Biggest Catalogue of DNA Variants Yields Its Secrets
A Scottish nurse who contracted then recovered from Ebola is facing disciplinary action over allegations she concealed her...
Possible Zika Transmission Via Blood Transfusion Experts have wondered if the Zika virus might sometimes be transmitted through blood transfusions, and a cluster of infections...
Canine babesiosis outbreak in UK
Scientists on Wednesday unveiled patterns in the largest catalogue of human genetic variation ever assembled, highlighting...
Fluoride Linked to Diabetes Millions of Americans drink fluoridated water every day. It was added to public drinking water in the 1940s in an effort...
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Scientists at the University of Liverpool are using the health records of dogs to monitor the status of a potentially fatal...
Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) and UC Berkeley have...
Neural stem cells control their own fate
CU Researchers win National Science Foundation grant to study brain
To date, it has been assumed that the differentiation of stem cells depends on the environment they are embedded in. A...
Researchers find prenatal infection may create risk for later disorders The Zika virus now active in numerous countries, and the severe birth defects associated with it, makes it clear that infection...
AURORA, Colo. (August 18, 2016) – Researchers from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and the University...
Next generation wearables for health monitoring: an interview with Dr Steven LeBoeuf insights from industryDr Steven LeBoeufPresident and cofounder, ?Valencell, Inc. Interview conducted by April Cashin-Garbutt,...
New non-invasive MRI-based method can measure dermal fat
Common cold virus actually transmitted from camels to humans
Mammals contain two main varieties of fat: white adipose tissue (WAT), which is used to store energy, and brown adipose tissue...
There are four globally endemic human coronaviruses which, together with the better known rhinoviruses, are responsible for...
Cell therapy product can accelerate brain remyelination in mice
Pope Francis to attend cardiologists’ meet in Rome
Demyelinating diseases, such as multiple sclerosis and leukodystrophy, are characterized by damage to the protective myelin...
The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) is proud to announce that His Holiness Pope Francis will visit ESC Congress 2016,...
Diabetes medication offers protection against arterial stiffness in overweight female mice
The danger of detox teas: Doctor warns most users have no idea the drinks can cause heart and bowel problems and even pregnancy
Obesity and Type 2 diabetes are associated with vascular stiffening and the development of cardiovascular disease. Obese...
They’re seen as a fashionable way to help in the quest to lose weight quickly. Endorsed by celebrities and promoted...
Could Zika devastate the brain like Alzheimer’s? Virus attacks the area linked to learning and memory
Women who load up on candy and burgers during pregnancy ‘more likely to have a child with ADHD’
Zika can ‘wreak havoc’ in the brains of adults, causing long-term damage that may mirror the effects of Alzheimer’s...
Study links diets high in fat and sugar with attention disorders Previous studies found children with poor diets developed...
‘Pregnancy saved my life’: Mother noticed a cancerous lump while she was moisturising
Rogue dentist whose appalling hygiene standards led to 22,000 patients being recalled is struck off
Justine Cheadle was expecting when she noticed a lump on her breast Doctors thought it was pregnancy related but she pushed...
All but one of over 50 allegations against Desmond D’Mello were proven He was secretly filmed by a whistle-blower breaching...
‘HIV drugs DO prevent spread’: US health official signs groundbreaking consensus
Eating Yogurt Is Not Enough: Rebalancing The Ecosystem Of ‘The Microbes Within Us’
People with HIV are not infectious if they consistently take antiretroviral drugs, according to a groundbreaking new consensus. For...
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Nottinghamshire dentist Desmond D’Mello struck off by General Dental Council
Emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide in HIV infection: Added benefit not proven
A dentist who sparked “the biggest NHS patient recall in history” has been struck off. A total of 55 allegations...
Postoperative telephone clinic can be used in lieu of in-person care for some
The drug combination emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide is approved in combination with other antiviral agents for the...
Heart muscle made from stem cells aid precision cardiovascular medicine,
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Implementation of a telephone postoperative clinic at a Veterans Affairs facility significantly improved utilization of...
Human heart. Credit: copyright American Heart Association Heart muscle...
Zika infection may affect adult brain cells
More evidence that ‘healthy obesity’ may be a myth
Illumination of the fluorescent biomarker in green revealed that the adult mouse brain could be...
This graphic abstract represents the findings of Ryden et al, who performed transcriptomicprofiling...
Study shows how mutations disrupt ALS-linked protein
Unexplained developmental disorder linked to gene involved in essential cellular processes
New research explains how the protein TDP43 normally concentrates into droplets and how ALSrelated...
A neurodevelopmental disorder for which there was no known cause has been linked to SON, a gene that is involved in essential...
Team identifies strategy to reverse the disease dyskeratosis congenita
Well: Talking to Children When a Parent Is Dying
Dyskeratosis congenita, or DC, is a rare, inherited disease for which there are limited treatment options and no cure. Typically...
I closed the door quietly behind me and heard the voice of a young child. A few minutes earlier, I had been paged to a family...
The Gold Medal You Deserve
I’m A Personal Trainer & I Hate Running
Judi Sheppard Missett created the original dance party workout and started the fitness revolution that became Jazzercise....
And let’s get one thing straight: I’m not here to tell you that running is across-the-board bad for you. Some...
Raiding Opioid Abuse Funding To Fight Zika Highlights Government Disfunction
How The Lifespan Of Your Parents Is Linked To Your Own Longevity
WASHINGTON — The threat of Zika — and Congress’ inability to respond to it — is shining new light on how little official...
A new study finds that the longer your parents live the longer you are likely to live, too. The research, published Aug....
Sitting All Day Is Even More Dangerous Than We Thought
Zika virus possibly transmitted through blood transfusion
The average American sits for six to eight hours per day, according to the AHA’s report. Studies have linked long periods...
Experts have wondered if the Zika virus might sometimes be transmitted through blood transfusions, and a cluster of infections...
A child dies in a hot car almost once a week
Brivaracetam in epilepsy: Added benefit still not proven
Nearly every eight days, a child dies from heatstroke from being left in a car that got too hot, according to Safe Kids Worldwide. Sometimes...
Brivaracetam (trade name: Briviact) has been approved since January 2016 as add-on therapy for adults and adolescents from...
Nivolumab in advanced lung cancer: Indication of major added benefit
Mussel flexing: Bivalve save droughtstricken marshes, research finds
Nivolumab has been approved since April 2016 as a checkpoint inhibitor for the treatment of adults with locally advanced...
As coastal ecosystems feel the heat of climate change worldwide, new research shows the humble mussel and marsh grass form...
Penn team identifies strategy to reverse the disease dyskeratosis congenita
How genomic sequencing may be widening racial disparities in cancer care
Dyskeratosis congenita, or DC, is a rare, inherited disease for which there are limited treatment options and no cure. Typically...
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — As scientists learn more about which genetic mutations are driving different types of cancer,...
NASA sees formation of Atlantic Ocean’s Tropical Storm Fiona
Urgent action needed to stop southern Africa hunger crisis extending into 2017: U.N.
NASA-NOAA’s Suomi NPP satellite passed over Tropical Storm Fiona as it developed in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean...
Russia says ready for Aleppo truce but
By Alex Whiting ROME (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Farmers in drought-hit southern Africa urgently need help to plant...
Harley-Davidson to pay $15 million over
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By Stephanie Nebehay GENEVA (Reuters) – Russia has told the United Nations it would support a 48-hour ceasefire in...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Harley-Davidson Inc. agreed Thursday to pay $15 million to settle a U.S. government complaint over racing...
Russian mufti calls for genital mutilation of all women
Zika virus infection may harm adult brain: study
Moscow (AFP) – A senior Muslim cleric in Russia has prompted controversy by urging universal female genital mutilation...
Miami (AFP) – Research using lab mice has shown for the first time that infection with the mosquito-borne Zika virus...
T. Rowe Price sues Valeant over ‘fraudulent scheme’
Volunteers sought as race to develop a Zika vaccine heats up
(Reuters) – T. Rowe Price Group Inc has sued Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc, alleging that investors in...
WASHINGTON — Wanted: Volunteers willing to be infected with the Zika virus for science. It may sound bizarre, but researchers...
Thyroid cancer overdiagnosis on the rise, study finds
Calcium supplements linked to poststroke dementia in women
In the next year, more than 60,000 American adults will be diagnosed with thyroid cancer, but as the number of cases increases,...
Thursday August 18 2016 Reduced blood flow to the brain causes vascular dementia “Calcium supplements...
Childhood abuse linked to worse survival odds for adult women
Aid agencies race to contain cholera outbreak in Central African Republic
(Reuters Health) – Girls who suffer maltreatment and abuse may be less likely to survive into middle age than their...
DAKAR (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Aid agencies in the Central African Republic said on Thursday they were racing...
T. Rowe Price sues Valeant over "fraudulent scheme"
Study in mice shows Zika virus also attacks adult brain cells
T. Rowe Price Group Inc has sued Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc, alleging that investors in the Canadian drugmaker...
CHICAGO U.S. researchers have found that Zika can attack special populations of brain cells in adult mice in the part...
Study sheds light on how Zika infects the placenta
Volunteers sought as race to develop a Zika vaccine heats up
Researchers have gained new insight on how Zika crosses the maternal-fetal barrier to infect the placenta. The study, which...
WASHINGTON — Wanted: Volunteers willing to be infected with the Zika virus for science. It may sound bizarre, but researchers...
Thyroid cancer overdiagnosis on the rise, study finds
Study evaluates psychosocial outcomes of presenting true self on Facebook
In the next year, more than 60,000 American adults will be diagnosed with thyroid cancer, but as the number of cases increases,...
People may express their true self more easily on Facebook than in person, and the more one’s “Facebook self”...
Employees reward their bosses with more overtime if they’re given ‘freedom’
Childhood obesity strategy underwhelming, says TV chef Jamie Oliver
Imagine if you could work whenever and wherever you wanted to. Would you work less and enjoy more time with family and friends? Or...
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver today condemned the Government’s new child obesity strategy, branding it ‘underwhelming’. The...
Britain’s plan to fight child obesity with soft drink tax lacks muscle, critics say
Alastair Campbell: My brother’s struggle with schizophrenia
Jamie Oliver wants Britain to act “on the irresponsible advertising targeted at our children” and to restrict...
Former Labour spin doctor Alastair Campbell has spoken about his brother’s struggle with schizophrenia after he died last...
Study shows standing up for beliefs in face of group opposition is worth the effort
New study shows LSD’s effects on language
Credit: University at Buffalo Going with the flow might appear easier...
The use of LSD, magic mushrooms, or peyote does not increase a person’s risk of developing mental health problems,...
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Thyroid cancer ‘epidemic’ down to overdiagnosis: study
Haiti cholera victims welcome UN recognizing role in outbreak
A reported epidemic of thyroid cancer in rich countries is in fact mainly due to overdiagnosis driven by new technologies,...
Victims’ advocates hailed as vindication Thursday the United Nations’ acknowledgment it played a role in a devastating...
Greater intake of dietary omega-3 fatty acids associated with lower risk of diabetic retinopathy
Rates of early prostate cancer continue decline after USPSTF recommendation
In middle-aged and older individuals with type 2 diabetes, intake of at least 500 mg/d of dietary long-chain ?-3 polyunsaturated...
(HealthDay)—From 2011 to 2013 there was a decrease in prostate cancer (PC) diagnoses, especially for younger men and low-risk...
An imaging method to quantify dermal fat
Polyunsaturated fat in adipose tissue linked to lower mortality
Joslin Diabetes Center scientists have demonstrated that brown adipose tissue (BAT) has beneficial effects on glucose tolerance,...
In a study from Uppsala University, published in the American journal JAMA Cardiology, the fatty acid linoleic acid (Omega...
5 Summer Foods That Help You DeBloat
Activist Says This Is The Greatest Connection Between Humans And Animals
These veggie-like fruits are rich in potassium–a mineral that helps lower sodium levels in the body, thus reducing...
New Study Examines How Bisexual Students Publicly Identify Each week HuffPost Queer Voices, in a partnership with blogger Scout, LGBT HealthLink and researcher Corey Prachniak, brings...
Moffitt study highlights importance of regular lung cancer screenings for those at high risk TAMPA, Fla. (Aug. 18, 2016) – Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death for men and women. It is also one of...
There may be numerous differences that distinguish humans from the other species, but Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of...
The Happy Wanderer Growing up, “Let’s go out for a wander” was a common suggestion in our household. In retrospect, it was...
Innovative device simulates cataract replacement experience WASHINGTON — Today, patients with cataracts can choose from several types of artificial lenses, which are surgically...
Nobel laureate, new technologies show how cancer cells protect chromosomes from decay
Study shows acetaminophen can be tolerated by young children with mild, persistent asthma
As the rope of a chromosomes replicates, it frays at the ends. No problem: A chromosome’s ends have extra twine so...
WIn a study of children with mild, persistent asthma, scientists found that acetaminophen was tolerated without the worsening...
Diabetes drug may also offer vascular protection
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Obesity and Type 2 diabetes are associated with vascular stiffening and the development of cardiovascular disease. Obese...
Biggest catalogue of DNA variants yields its secrets Scientists on Wednesday unveiled patterns in the largest catalogue of human genetic variation ever assembled, highlighting...
Waveguides are widely used for filtering, confining, guiding, coupling or splitting beams of visible light. However, creating...
Qatar Airways plane makes emergency landing in Istanbul after possible bird strike ISTANBUL/DOHA (Reuters) – A Qatar Airways aircraft made an emergency landing at Istanbul’s Ataturk airport on...
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VW gets German approval for tech fixes on 140,000 2.0-liter cars BERLIN (Reuters) – Volkswagen has received approval by Germany’s motor vehicle authority KBA for technical fixes...
Baltimore Pastor’s Non-Profit Helps Families With Mental Health After Violence In 2014, 3-year-old McKenzie Elliott was sitting on her porch in Baltimore when a stray bullet struck and killed her while...
Man drops 300 pounds by walking mile to buy food
Autistic man receives surprise gift from Michael Jordan
It’s the Walmart diet! An Arizona man dropped more than 300 pounds — by walking a mile to Walmart to buy his food every...
An autistic Idaho man who gained popularity after a video of him playing basketball in a full Michael Jordan uniform went...
Study finds Latinos age at slower rate than other ethnicities
Neglected dog’s road to recovery starts with a shave
In the quest to find the fountain of youth, scientists may one day look to Latinos to find the answer, as a new study shows...
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Last February, Basil found what should have been a happy home. Instead, the 4-year-old cocker spaniel...
Study sheds light on how Zika infects the placenta
Anemia tied to worse survival odds after stroke
Researchers have gained new insight on how Zika crosses the maternal-fetal barrier to infect the placenta. The study, which...
(Reuters Health) – Some older adults with anemia may fare worse after a stroke, a study suggests, although the reason...
Coke bottler to rethink South Africa spending plans due to sugar tax
Autistic man receives surprise gift from Michael Jordan
JOHANNESBURG Africa’s biggest Coke bottler, Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, will rethink its spending plans in South...
An autistic Idaho man who gained popularity after a video of him playing basketball in a full Michael Jordan uniform went...
Man drops 300 pounds by walking mile to buy food
Study finds Latinos age at slower rate than other ethnicities
It’s the Walmart diet! An Arizona man dropped more than 300 pounds — by walking a mile to Walmart to buy his food every...
In the quest to find the fountain of youth, scientists may one day look to Latinos to find the answer, as a new study shows...
Anemia tied to worse survival odds after stroke
Neglected dog’s road to recovery starts with a shave
Some older adults with anemia may fare worse after a stroke, a study suggests, although the reason and the right treatment...
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Last February, Basil found what should have been a happy home. Instead, the 4-year-old cocker spaniel...
Most Antipsychotic Drugs Not Tied to Birth Defects
Studies Link Insurance Coverage to Cancer Survival
Pregnant women on antipsychotic drugs can continue taking most of those medications without worrying the pills will increase...
In two new studies, U.S. cancer patients who are uninsured or have government-sponsored Medicaid insurance for the poor tend...
Anemia Boosts Death Risk from Stroke
Calcium Supplements Tied to Dementia in Some Women
Older stroke victims suffering from anemia — a lack of red blood cells — may have higher odds of dying, researchers...
Some older women who take calcium supplements commonly recommended to ward off age-related bone damage may face an increased...
New Painkiller Could Replace Morphine: Study
Common cold viruses originated in camels — just like MERS
Scientists on Wednesday unveiled a synthetic drug that appears to neutralize pain as effectively as morphine but without...
There are four globally endemic human coronaviruses which, together with the better known rhinoviruses, are responsible...
TSRI scientists find potential treatment for ‘painful blindness’ form of dry eye
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A huge catalog of human DNA is helping researchers find tiny glitches that cause disease, in part by pointing out some false...
August 17, 2016, 6:51 PM|Earlier this week, a resident of El Paso, Texas contracted Zika after traveling to the outbreak...
Association for molecular pathology establishes new standard for clinical utility of molecular Dx
Babies’ spatial reasoning predicts later math skills
BETHESDA, Md. – Aug. 17, 2016 – The Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP), the premier global, non-profit...
Spatial reasoning measured in infancy predicts how children do at math at four years of age, finds a new study published...
Free sports physicals reveal high rates of obesity in student athletes
Music demonstrated to alleviate cancer patients’ symptoms
(PHILADELPHIA) – Researchers at Thomas Jefferson University found similar rates of obesity and high blood pressure...
We’ve all heard of laughter being the best medicine, but what about music? A systematic review published by the Cochrane...
Logging can decrease water infiltration into forest soils, study finds
Life expectancy in some CKD patients could be improved with nephronsparing treatment
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Soil water infiltration, or the ability of soil to absorb water and allow it to move through different...
Leesburg, VA, August 17, 2016– A nephron-sparing treatment selection for small renal masses based on the nephrometry...
Study links childhood celiac disease to season and region of birth
Patent for J&J’s Remicade invalidated, cheaper version looms
A Swedish study, published in the journal “Archives of Disease in Childhood,” has found that children who develop...
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — A cheaper version of Johnson Johnson’s top-selling drug, the pricey rheumatoid arthritis...
Ex-Insys employees plead not guilty in
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Flooding in Louisiana
By Nate Raymond NEW YORK (Reuters) – Two former Insys Therapeutics Inc employees pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to...
It’s being called a 500-year rain event by some experts and a 1,000-year rain event by others. Now residents of Louisiana...
‘Baar Baar Dekho’ spins Bollywood twist on time and love
Britain seeks to fight the fat with soft drinks sugar levy
NEW YORK (Reuters) – It is not easy fusing a cocktail of genres including music, comedy and time travel into a movie,...
By Kate Kelland LONDON (Reuters) – Britain on Thursday launched a strategy aimed at curbing childhood obesity by taxing...
Lightning Deaths on Rise, Experts Say
Sleep Aids Do More Harm Than Good in Treating Insomnia
Lightning has killed as many Americans this year as in all of 2015, the National Weather Service reports. And it could be...
Zika Watch: 3 More ‘Homegrown’ Cases in Florida Florida health officials are investigating three more suspected non-travel-related Zika cases in Miami — bringing the total...
If you adhere to the go-getter maxim “I’ll sleep when I’m dead,” you do so at your peril, says Dr. Raj Dasgupta,...
Something fishy Little did Charles Dickens know when he penned “Barnaby Rudge” in 1840 that the name of his character Dolly Varden...
Researchers shed light on vascular growth factors in thyroid eye disease
Fluoride consumption linked to diabetes using mathematical models
Boston, Mass. — Researchers from the Schepens Eye Research Institute of Massachusetts Eye and Ear have identified...
Water fluoridation prevents dental cavities, which are a costly public health concern. But despite the benefits supplemental...
NIH grant will fund new JAX Resource for Research of Peripheral Neuropathy
New book on Antibiotics and Antibiotic Resistance from CSHLPress
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke will provide four years of funding, totaling $1,219,140, to The...
One of the greatest medical accomplishments of the past century was the introduction of antibiotics into the clinic. However,...
Improvements in modifiable risk factors could help avoid preterm births
Research opens door to new class of treatments for gum disease
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
If you hate going to the dentist, here’s some good news. New research published online in The FASEB Journal, shows...
MDI Biological Laboratory receives NIH grant for research on peripheral neuropathy
Study demonstrates safety and effectiveness of new SLN radiotracer in breast cancer patients
The MDI Biological Laboratory has announced that it has received a grant of $456,500 over two years from the National Institutes...
Determining whether breast cancer has spread to sentinel lymph nodes (SLN) is key to prognosis and treatment, making SLN...
Research shines more light on role of proteins in maintaining synaptic transmission
Study reveals twenty-year-old native English speaking American knows 42000 words
Synapses are the power junctions that allow living creatures to function. Popularly associated with learning and memory,...
How many words do we know? It turns out that even language experts and researchers have a tough time estimating this. Armed...
Would you leave YOUR body to science? Donations on the rise at US medical schools
An end to morphine? New drug could provide safer painkiller alternative amid opioid epidemic
Many U.S. medical schools are seeing a surge in the number of people leaving their bodies to science, a trend attributed...
No drug has ever rivaled morphine’s efficient painnumbing qualities But after decades of research a US team claims...
Have you had a stroke? Avoid calcium supplements if you want to escape the peril of dementia
Giving diabetic women an artificial pancreas could prevent stillbirths and save thousands of lives
Women who took supplements were twice as likely to develop dementia Many take calcium pills to help combat brittle bones...
Pregnant women have been given an ‘artificial pancreas’ for the first time, in a breakthrough experts hope will save...
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Scientists Engineer An Opioid That May Reduce Pain With Less Risk
Federal Court Blocks Challenge To Social Cost Of Carbon
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Economists call it the social cost of carbon. A single number that is supposed to reflect all of the costs society incurs...
Calcium supplements linked to dementia risk in women with certain health conditions
ACA coverage hikes prescription drug use, lowers out-of-pocket spending, study finds
Credit: CC0 Public Domain According to a new study, calcium supplements may be associated...
People who gained health coverage following the implementation of the federal Affordable Care Act’s coverage expansion...
Scientists reveal why people with the ApoE4 gene are more susceptible to Alzheimer’s disease
New Phase 1 clinical trial to test Durvalumab in pediatric patients
Salk scientists identify that the enzyme HtrA1 (pictured) degrades ApoE4, the strongest genetic...
Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancerrelated death in the United States resulting in more than 158,000 deaths each...
Nigeria starts emergency polio vaccinations
Acetaminophen does not aggravate children’s asthma
A deadly Islamist insurgency in northern Nigeria has harmed efforts to eradicate polio in the region, the WHO says, with...
Children with asthma use inhalers to relieve some of their symptoms, which include coughing, wheezing,...
Genetic tests for potentially fatal heart anomaly can misdiagnose condition in black Americans
Study links two genes to breast cancer survival
A Harvard Medical School study found that over the last decade genetic tests may have disproportionately...
Micrograph showing a lymph node invaded by ductal breast carcinoma, with extension of the tumour...
An Ecosystem Where Start-Ups Help Other Start-Ups
15 Habits That Are Costing You Happiness
When start-ups begin, it’s akin to Joseph Campbell’s mythical hero’s journey. Instead of battling hydras and gorgons...
It’s easy to look at your life, wardrobe or bank balance and focus on what you don’t have — instead of...
Think Planned Parenthood Only Offers Abortion Services? Think Again.
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“People tend to have preconceived notions about Planned Parenthood,” Sandy Rhyneer, the VP of marketing and communications...
As the days slowly get shorter and the weather begins to change, we are made aware of the fact that summer is coming to an...
Blood Clots, Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism
5 Things ‘Childfree’ People Want You To Know
Prophylaxis for DVT (chemical/mechanical prophylaxis): – Chemical methods will include anticoagulants such as aspirin,...
‘‘People who have decided not to have kids arguably have been more thoughtful than those who decided to have kids. It’s...
Can cell phones make you feel less connected to your friends and family?
Nuclear puzzle may be clue to fifth force
In this digital age, with phones at our finger tips, you would think that access to constant communication would make us...
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (http://www.ucr.edu) — In a new paper, University of California, Riverside theoretical physicist...
New guidelines for managing hyperthyroidism and other causes of thyrotoxicosis
Lab team spins ginger into nanoparticles to heal inflammatory bowel disease
New Rochelle, NY, August 17, 2016– New evidence-based recommendations from the American Thyroid Association (ATA)...
A recent study by researchers at the Atlanta Veterans Affairs Medical Center took them to a notso-likely destination:...
Sulfoxaflor found to be less harmful to insect predators than broad-spectrum insecticides
Study finds bias, disgust toward mixedrace couples
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Entomology has found that the selective insecticide sulfoxaflor is just...
WHO appoints former NY mayor Bloomberg as global health ambassador
Celebs, Olympians participate in 22Pushup Challenge to raise awareness of veteran suicide
LONDON (Reuters) – The World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday appointed the philanthropist and former mayor of...
In what may be the biggest online sensation since the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, movie stars and U.S. Olympians alike have...
Guatemala confirms first case of newborn with microcephaly linked to Zika
More evidence ties insurance coverage to cancer survival
GUATEMALA CITY Guatemalan authorities on Wednesday confirmed the Central American country’s first case of a baby...
(Reuters Health) – In two new studies, U.S. cancer patients who are uninsured or have governmentsponsored Medicaid...
Most antipsychotic drugs not tied to birth defects
Calcium supplements tied to higher dementia risk for some women
(Reuters Health) – Pregnant women on antipsychotic drugs can continue taking most of those medications without worrying...
(Reuters Health) – Some older women who take calcium supplements commonly recommended to ward off age-related bone...
J&J says court finds Remicade patent invalid
Study: Catalog of DNA variations helps find roots of disease
Johnson Johnson said a U.S. court had held its patent for autoimmune drug Remicade invalid, ruling in favor of two companies...
A huge catalog of human DNA is helping researchers find tiny glitches that cause disease, in part by pointing out some false...
Michael Bloomberg named World Health Organization ambassador
Celebs, Olympians participate in 22Pushup Challenge to raise awareness of veteran suicide
The World Health Organization has appointed billionaire philanthropist and former New York mayor Michael Bloomberg as a global...
In what may be the biggest online sensation since the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, movie stars and U.S. Olympians alike have...
Diet and exercise can reduce protein build-ups linked to Alzheimer’s, study shows
Microscale and macroscale brain disruptions are associated in schizophrenia
In the study, 44 adults ranging in age from 40 to 85 (mean age: 62.6) with mild memory changes but no dementia underwent...
“This study suggests that disturbances in connections between nerve cells in the brain emerge together in schizophrenia,”...
Cell phone use may lead to feeling less socially connected based on gender and habits, study finds
Research article outlines utilization of calixarenes in biocatalysis and cancer therapy
In this digital age, with phones at our finger tips, you would think that access to constant communication would make us...
Calixarenes bear a fascinating class of macrocycles that have served broadly in molecular recognition and supramolecular...
AMP releases new report that addresses challenges in defining clinical utility of molecular diagnostics
Personalised wristband devices can help adults diagnosed with autism manage anxiety
The Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP), the premier global, non-profit organization serving molecular diagnostic professionals,...
Personalised wearable digital technology can help adults diagnosed with autism understand and manage their anxiety. Reflecting...
Mice study finds new approach to halt cycle of chronic inflammation in lupus
Music interventions help improve quality of life in cancer patients
Molecules that scavenge debris from dying cells appear to halt the cycle of chronic inflammation in lupus, while also enhancing...
We’ve all heard of laughter being the best medicine, but what about music? A systematic review published by the Cochrane...
From cataracts to cancer: The REAL dangers of microwave ovens
Baby girl whose heart stopped beating for EIGHT MINUTES when she was born stuns medics by making a full recovery
No matter how grand your culinary intentions, it is always tempting to just use the microwave. It’s easy, fast, and...
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Another reason to be nice: Altruistic people have MORE sex, say scientists 800 people asked about relationships and how much they help others Found those who help others have more sex through their...
Brain cell chatter persists even after dismantling key component of neurons’ communication machinery This is a normal mouse neuron with intact docking stations (in green). Docking stations, critical...
Residents often order perceived unnecessary lab tests In a study appearing in the August 16 issue of JAMA, Susan L. Mitchell, M.D., M.P.H., of Hebrew SeniorLife Institute for...
Scientists discover possible new weapon in the fight against gum disease Severe gum disease known as periodontitis can lead to tooth loss, and treating it remains a challenge. But new approaches...
The gender divide in urology: Surgeon gender shapes the clinical landscape Although female certified urologists are still a minority within the specialty, they perform many more procedures on women...
Novel tracer safely and effectively maps sentinel lymph nodes in breast cancer patients On the anterior view, three point sources (PS) are put at sternal notch, xiphisternum and parasternum...
New insights into human genetic variation revealed
Survey shows broad support for national precision medicine study
A multi-institutional team of researchers has sequenced the DNA of 6,700 exomes, the portion of the genome that contains...
In a recent survey designed to measure public attitudes about the Precision Medicine Initiative (PMI) Cohort Program, a...
Study paves way for steroid treatments with fewer side effects
The Linchpin To Balance: Boundaries
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Eye-Opening Video Will Make Adults Reconsider The Way They Talk To Children A powerful video is highlighting the way kids’ interactions with adults may affect their education. The Atlanta Speech...
Boundaries are tricky because you cannot see, smell, taste, or touch a boundary, but you know when it has been crossed, and...
Kristen Bell And Dax Shepard Are The Stigma-Fighting Duo Of Our Time Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard are giving us couple goals in the best way: By openly talking about their mental health. The...
Kids Have Hilarious Answers To Questions About Their Teachers
5 Phobias You May Not Realize You Experience
Parents know that teachers are some of the most important people in their kids’ lives. But what do the kids have to say...
Heights, flying, and snakes are just a few things that evoke intense emotions in some people. For those who experience a...
People ignore software security warnings up to 90 percent of the time
Employers who promote ethics should reward workers who exhibit them, Baylor study suggests
Software developers listen up: if you want people to pay attention to your security warnings on their computers or mobile...
Interscatter enables first implanted devices, contact lenses, credit cards to ‘talk’ WiFi We might be one step closer to the vision of Internet-connected wireless implanted devices. University of Washington engineers...
Tying company values such as honesty and respect into employee awards and job evaluations is being championed by public relations,...
Study suggests early learning in native language can help English skills COLUMBIA, Mo. – Most U.S. school teachers instruct only in English; yet, the number of students from homes where...
New mechanism discovered for Alzheimer’s risk gene
Homelessness linked to poor antipsychotic medication adherence
LA JOLLA–For decades, scientists have known that people with two copies of a gene called apolipoprotein E4 (ApoE4)...
SFU health sciences researcher Stefanie Rezansoff has published a new study on the treatment of serious mental illnesses...
New painkiller could replace morphine:
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Paris (AFP) – Scientists on Wednesday unveiled a synthetic drug that appears to neutralise pain as effectively as morphine...
FRANKFURT (Reuters) – U.S. seed company Monsanto has given German suitor Bayer AG limited access to its books after...
Guatemala confirms first Zika-linked microcephaly, paralysis
Military: Colorado air base may have released toxic chemical
Guatemala City (AFP) – The main hospital in Guatemala’s capital on Wednesday confirmed the country’s first...
DENVER (AP) — The military has identified six places on an Air Force base in Colorado where firefighting foam containing...
Virtual reality driving game teaches autistic teens
New opioid candidate may help reduce overdoses
There isn’t much in the way of public transportation in Sam McCarty’s Nashville-area neighborhood, so like most teenagers,...
The main cause of opioid overdose is respiratory suppression, but researchers have identified a compound that mimics commonly...
Dr. Manny: Olympic lessons for a teenage athlete
Study: Catalog of DNA variations helps find roots of disease
Despite the fact that I was very critical of the Olympic Games and voiced my skepticism about the potential shortcomings...
A huge catalog of human DNA is helping researchers find tiny glitches that cause disease, in part by pointing out some false...
Michael Bloomberg named World Health Organization ambassador
A morphine alternative with less overdose risk?
The World Health Organization has appointed billionaire philanthropist and former New York mayor Michael Bloomberg as a global...
(Reuters Health) – Scientists are testing an experimental medicine that’s designed to have the painkilling power...
Heat-related illness most common in early preseason of college football
Virtual reality driving game teaches autistic teens
(Reuters Health) – Heat stroke and heat exhaustion most often affect college football players during the first two...
There isn’t much in the way of public transportation in Sam McCarty’s Nashville-area neighborhood, so like most teenagers,...
Heat-related illness most common in early preseason of college football
New opioid candidate may help reduce overdoses
Heat stroke and heat exhaustion most often affect college football players during the first two weeks of preseason practice...
The main cause of opioid overdose is respiratory suppression, but researchers have identified a compound that mimics commonly...
Dr. Manny: Olympic lessons for a teenage athlete
Women’s Cancer Risks Rises With Years Overweight
Despite the fact that I was very critical of the Olympic Games and voiced my skepticism about the potential shortcomings...
The longer a woman is overweight, the higher her risk of several cancers, researchers report. The study, which followed nearly...
Sleep is Key to College Success
New Bandage Heals Diabetic Ulcers Four Times Faster
It can be hard for college students to get enough sleep, and that can affect their physical and mental well-being, a sleep...
Foot ulcers aren’t an inevitable result of diabetes, but 15 percent of the more than 29 million Americans with the...
Fruit-fly diet impacts descendants, researcher finds
Many life-saving defibrillators behind locked doors during off-hours
The significance of the research is that similar relationships between generational diet and obesity may hold true for humans...
Currently, AED placement in Canada does not necessarily consider accessibility of the device during an emergency. Laws and...
Flowering meadows benefit humankind
Normalizing tumor oxygen supply could be key factor in the fight against cancer
The more it swarms, crawls and flies the better it is for humans. This is the finding of a study published in “Nature“....
The lack of oxygen in tumor cells changes the cells’ gene expression, thereby contributing to the growth of cancer....
New insights into human genetic variation revealed: Nature paper
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Cochlea Generates New Hair Cells Hair cells — auditory receptors located...
MDI Biological Laboratory receives funds for research on nerve damage
T-sol can be safe and effective treatment for men with hypogonadism
BAR HARBOR, MAINE — The MDI Biological Laboratory has announced that it has received a grant of $456,500 over two years...
Long-term treatment safe and effective, according to a new study in The Journal of Urology® For men with hypogonadism, a...
Molecular alarm clock awakens ovules from resting period
New test holds potential to revolutionise diagnosis of childhood leukaemia
At the start of reproductive life an ovary contains, on average, several thousands of immature ovules in a resting state...
Researchers at The University of Manchester have unlocked the potential of a new test which could revolutionise the way doctors...
Social support, nutrition and exercise intervention can prevent malnutrition and frailty
Scientists discover way to visualize function of bone-resorbing cells in living mice
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Schizophrenia vulnerability emerged after divergence of modern humans from Neanderthals
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Schizophrenia poses an evolutionary enigma. The disorder has existed throughout recorded human history and persists despite...
Study found dieters feel more comfortable with fatter friends But those that hang out with thinner people lose weight faster Highlights...
The big fat farce: Government strategy to tackle childhood obesity to be unveiled tomorrow
Health officials urge young people to ensure they are vaccinated against Meningitis
The Government’s long-awaited childhood obesity strategy will be published tomorrow, officials have confirmed. But...
Cases of deadly Meningitis W have increased by 850 per cent since 2009 Experts warn new university and college students...
Happy couples have sweet dreams: Feeling secure helps us drift into a deeper slumber
Kayley Chabot star blames the modelling industry for eating disorder
Men and women who felt loved managed to have a better night’s sleep Scientists believe it is because they felt safe...
What do Olympians actually eat? The Olympics are now in full swing, with more than 10,500 athletes from 205 different countries in Rio de Janeiro for the...
How long will you live? Ottawa research measures impacts of lifestyle choices It’s no secret that smoking, poor diet, lack of physical activity, and too much alcohol consumption can be bad for...
Childhood obesity plan ‘to include 20% sugar cuts’ Plans to tackle childhood obesity in England to be unveiled on Thursday will include aiming to cut sugar content in food...
Post-transplant anxiety linked to complex instructions, caregiver empathy Some anxiety is perfectly normal for kidney transplant patients, but new research suggests that medical staff can help patients...
A former Vogue cover star has blamed the modeling industry for her extreme eating disorder that led to alcohol and drug abuse...
How a protein could become the next big sweetener If you’ve never had the plumber to your house, you’ve been lucky. Pipes can burst due to a catastrophic event,...
N.W.T. orders review of Hugh Papik case after niece says stroke victim was treated as drunk The Northwest Territories government now says it will launch an external investigation into the care of an Aklavik elder...
New ‘food group’? Ketone esters improve endurance exercise and cognitive function If you want your baby to love broccoli, you better love it, too, because that tiny human is watching you to learn which foods...
Physician-perceived frailty tied to warfarin discontinuation In a study appearing in the August 9 issue of JAMA, Sean D. Pokorney, M.D., M.B.A., Eric D. Peterson, M.D., M.P.H., of Duke...
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Can’t stand the heat? Study reveals how we work out if we’re too hot
Designer agent kills pain as well as morphine but may lack overdose risk
Credit: CC0 Public Domain With temperatures soaring across the UK, our ability to detect...
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Fungus causing fatal infections in hospitalized patients has unique growth patterns
OnabotulinumtoxinA effect lasts in overactive bladder
The multidrug-resistant yeast Candida auris, which has caused fatal infections in some hospitalized patients, has at least...
(HealthDay)—For women with overactive bladder, medications delivered as a daily dose correlate with small reductions in...
Antenatal steroids don’t cut morbidity in preterm twins
Well: Tylenol in Pregnancy Tied to Behavior Problems in Children
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Teen Does Photo Shoot To Prove Cancer Can’t Ruffle Her Glam Game
Sleep Well. Be Well. Do Well: Become A Better Sleep Consumer In 6 Easy Steps
A post by Andrea Sierra Salazar, who has cancer, has gone viral — receiving over 98,000 re-tweets and over 200,000 likes....
If you’re looking to go a step further towards a more natural route, look for the Oeko Tex certification. Oeko Tex...
DHA May Slow Cognitive Decline
Mediterranean Lifestyle — Not Just Diet — Lowers Depression Risk
Should you take DHA, and if so, when? Research shows that the timing of DHA supplementation matters. A number of studies...
Mental Illness Affects Presidents, Too Perhaps it isn’t surprising, given the intense rhetoric of this year’s presidential election, that politicians have started...
It’s not only the Mediterranean diet, but the whole “Mediterranean lifestyle” that can make a difference in your mental...
Hep A outbreak spurs warnings of raw food risk in Hawaii HONOLULU — Hawaii authorities are urging diners to be aware of the risks of eating raw and undercooked food after...
Risk for 4 cancers goes up the longer a woman is overweight
New ranger patrol method shows major improvements in detection
The longer a woman is overweight, the higher her risk of several cancers, researchers report. The study, which followed nearly...
A team of scientists from WCS, University of York, and Uganda Wildlife Authority have developed a new method of detecting...
Annual wind report confirms tech advancements, improved performance, and low energy prices
Isotope research opens new possibilities for cancer treatment
Wind energy pricing remains attractive to utility and commercial purchasers, according to an annual report released by...
LOS ALAMOS, N.M., August 17, 2016–A new study at Los Alamos National Laboratory and in collaboration with Stanford...
NASA sees Tropical Storm Chanthu moving over northern Japan
US social media strategy can weaken ISIS influence on Twitter
Tropical Storm Chanthu was bringing heavy rainfall and gusty winds to the big island of Japan when NASA’s Aqua satellite...
Opponents of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria are six times greater in number on Twitter than ISIS supporters, but those...
NASA sees sixth tropical cyclone form in Atlantic
Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Frozen Scallops in Hawaii Sickens at Least 168
Tropical Depression 6 developed in the far eastern North Atlantic Ocean and NASA and NOAA satellites provided infrared and...
A hepatitis A outbreak in Hawaii has sickened at least 168 people, with at least 46 of them hospitalized, according to the...
Tobacco companies get partial win in FDA labeling fight
Serious head injuries from baby strollers on the rise
By Jessica Dye NEW YORK (Reuters) – Tobacco companies notched a partial victory in a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Food...
About two U.S. children visit the emergency room every hour for injuries related to being in a stroller or an infant carrier,...
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She thought she was going in for a routine surgery to remove kidney stones, but a 25-year-old Peruvian woman left the operating...
Women’s cancer risk may increase the longer they’re obese
Exclusive: Merck enters race for cancer drugmaker Medivation
Wednesday August 17 2016 Cancers linked to obesity include breast, bowel and womb cancer “Fat women...
Merck Co Inc is one of at least five pharmaceutical companies that submitted indications of interest in buying U.S. cancer...
Road-tripping 91-year-old hopes her travels inspire end-of-life conversations
Body donations on the rise at US medical schools
For the past year, 91-year-old Norma Bauerschmidt has made her home the open road. “Miss Norma,” as she’s known, is...
Many U.S. medical schools are seeing a surge in the number of people leaving their bodies to science, a trend attributed...
Political psychology: The presidents’ mental health
Woman in surgery for kidney stones has limbs amputated
Perhaps it isn’t surprising, given the intense rhetoric of this year’s presidential election, that politicians...
She thought she was going in for a routine surgery to remove kidney stones, but a 25-year-old Peruvian woman left the operating...
Thousands queue in Congo for emergency yellow fever vaccinations
No blue light, please, I’m tired: Light color determines sleepiness versus arousal in mice
Thousands of people in Democratic Republic of Congo’s capital Kinshasa queued up on Wednesday for emergency yellow...
TSRI scientists tackle decades-old challenge by re-creating primordial RNA world
Light shining into our eyes not only mediates vision but also has critical non-image-forming functions such as the regulation...
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Scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) have taken a big step toward the laboratory recreation of the “RNA...
Trauma Innovation unites healthcare professionals across Europe to discuss future of patient care Trauma Innovation expands to enable civilian and military healthcare professionals to improve care on the battlefield and...
Exact magnitude of stillbirths, maternal and neonatal mortality underreported, WHO reveals The day of birth is potentially the most dangerous time for mothers and babies. Every year, worldwide, 303 000 women die...
Former Vogue cover star blames the modelling industry for triggering an eating disorder that saw her surviving on just 500 calories a day A former Vogue cover star has blamed the modeling industry for her extreme eating disorder that led to alcohol and drug abuse...
Patients at risk from EU doctors who can barely speak English EU rules prevent officials properly testing language skills, warn experts Royal College of Surgeons called on ministers...
Large emergency vaccination campaigns to curb yellow fever outbreak in Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo One of the largest emergency vaccination campaigns ever attempted in Africa will start in Angola and the Democratic Republic...
Hydrothermal DMR results show promise in treatment of type 2 diabetes Hydrothermal duodenal mucosal resurfacing results published in current issue of Diabetes Care Fractyl Laboratories Inc. (Fractyl)...
Nottingham father reveals how he lost 3stn and got the body of his dreams Joshua Adeloye, 32, from Nottingham, got ripped in 20 weeks Decided to get in shape after wife joked he was past his peak Lost...
Cases of the most deadly strain of meningitis soar: Health officials urge young people – especially students Cases of deadly Meningitis W have increased by 850 per cent since 2009 Experts warn new university and college students...
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The surprising things that are constantly making you hungry Have you ever asked yourself why even after a meal you are still tempted to raid the fridge, or why you often struggle to...
Washington baby girl suffers horrific skin condition which causes skin to shed every 4 HOURS Harper Foy is the youngest person in the world with Harlequin Ichthyosis – a rare genetic condition which...
What Does It Take To Map A Walrus Hangout? 160 Years And A Lot Of Help
Mental health first aid training program aims to reduce the stigma
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Teaching empathy is at the top of the lesson plan for a mental health first aid training program coming to Sydney, N.S. The...
N.W.T. orders review of Hugh Papik’s case after niece says stroke victim was treated as drunk
‘There are lots of barriers,’ but there are services for homeless and pregnant women, nurse says
The Government of the Northwest Territories now says it is launching an external investigation into the care received by...
There are resources available for homeless and pregnant women in Toronto, according to one public health nurse, who says it’s...
More formal addictions training ‘urgently’ needed for doctors, says new study
Things to know about ALS, the disease that claimed the life of MP Mauril Bélanger
Health researchers are calling for more addictions training for doctors, based on a new study assessing the number of physicals...
MP Mauril Bélanger sent a note to his colleagues last year announcing he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis...
Childhood obesity plan ‘to include sugar tax’
Sleep is key to college success
The much-awaited childhood obesity strategy for England is expected to include details of a tax on sugary drinks, the BBC...
Mouse study points way to shut down harmful immune response in lupus Molecules that scavenge debris from dying cells appear to halt the cycle of chronic inflammation in lupus, while also enhancing...
With Daylight Saving Time coming up this weekend, Dr. Alon Avidan, director of the UCLA Sleep Disorders Center, has some...
Roadblocks to research: Bioethicist addresses lack of HIV studies in pregnant women UNC School of Medicine’s Anne Lyerly is addressing the urgent need for effective HIV prevention...
Sex bias in human surgical clinical research
Study links self-reported childhood abuse to death in women years later
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Study examines use of antipsychotics early in pregnancy, risk of birth defects
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Study quantifies risk factors for preterm birth
Reducing gas flares — and pollution — from oil production
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What are the health risks of having a different ‘Facebook self’?
For sensation-seekers, the color red can elicit rebelliousness, study finds
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New standard helps ensure accurate clinical measurements of HER2 breast cancer gene
Study reveals ethnic differences in mental illness severity when hospitalized
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Aetna CEO warned it would cut Obamacare if Humana deal was blocked
Ex-Wall Street banker convicted for giving father insider tips
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NEW YORK (Reuters) – A former Wall Street investment banker was convicted on Wednesday for engaging in insider trading...
New Jersey dentist under fire after 15 patients fall ill, 1 dies, report says
Road-tripping 91-year-old hopes her travels inspire end-of-life conversations
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Body donations on the rise at US medical schools
Turkey’s investigation into drugmaker Novartis ‘ongoing’: official
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Aetna warned it would cut Obamacare if Humana deal was blocked
Thousands queue in Congo for emergency yellow fever vaccinations
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KINSHASA Thousands of people in Democratic Republic of Congo’s capital Kinshasa queued up on Wednesday for emergency...
Doctors at Catholic hospitals may be unable to refer women for services
Haiti finds case of microcephaly linked to Zika virus
According to interviews with U.S. physicians, some Roman Catholic hospitals not only refuse to provide some women’s...
PORT-AU-PRINCE – Haiti has identified its first case of the birth defect microcephaly linked to the Zika virus, a senior...
Stigma ‘killing’ South Africans living with HIV
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Jenn Hobby, co-host of an Atlanta radio show, revealed that her 10-month-old daughter was diagnosed with cancer and her fans...
Homemade wheelchair offers paralyzed toddler sense of freedom
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Women’s Cancer Risks Rises with Years Spent Overweight
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Sedentary time may raise heart disease risk
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Researchers discover a special power in wheat
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Unexpected complexity in coral
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The cell’s internal skeleton undergoes constant restructuring. Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet (LMU) in Munich physicists...
Poaching patrol: New ranger methods decrease illegal activities
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Researchers urge people with suspected hepatitis C to get tested to prevent risk of liver disease
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Diet that tackles high blood pressure can also fight gout
Bristol runner who blamed sports bra for rash is devastated to be told she has breast cancer
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‘She looked like an alien when she was born’: Baby girl suffers horrific skin condition which causes her skin to shed every four HOURS Harper Foy is the youngest person in the world with Harlequin Ichthyosis – a rare genetic condition which...
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Drink coffee before napping and snooze 6 Drink coffee before napping and snooze 6 hours after you wake: Guide reveals how to get the most from a quick kip New graphics from Dreams reveal how long the perfect nap should be A doze lasting for 20 minutes is ideal for those seeking...
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Food rations cut as South Sudan refugee influx to Uganda overwhelms agencies By Katy Migiro NAIROBI (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – The United Nations plans to halve food rations for 200,000 refugees...
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Probability data could better direct lymph node removal for thyroid cancer
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New study: Are voters influenced by campaign visits?
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Mayo clinic, Geroscience Network researchers aim to accelerate pace of aging research Mayo Clinic, along with other members of the Geroscience Network, has published six manuscripts that map strategies for taking...
Mexican scientists develop micro valve to decrease microcephaly effects in developing fetus
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Penicillin allergy testing: an interview with Dr. Eric Macy
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Researchers discover new set of bacterial cell wall synthesizers Harvard Medical School scientists have identified a new family of proteins that virtually all bacteria use to build and maintain...
Increasing reliance on the Internet affects thought processes for problem solving and learning
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Wearable device for sleep quality enhancement could reduce risk of PTSD in military personnel
Wearable device for sleep quality enhancement could reduce risk of PTSD in military personnel
Brain State Technologies announces the presentation of a study that describes how use of a wearable neurotechnology device...
Brain State Technologies announces the presentation of a study that describes how use of a wearable neurotechnology device...
52 Fat-Torching Cardio Exercises That Are Better Than the Treadmill
52 Fat-Torching Cardio Exercises That Are Better Than the Treadmill
Burning calories just got way less boring thanks to the 52 fat-torching exercises in the video above. Courtesy of Idalis...
Burning calories just got way less boring thanks to the 52 fat-torching exercises in the video above. Courtesy of Idalis...
How to Run in Sweltering Weather, According to Olympic Marathoner Shalane Flanagan
How to Run in Sweltering Weather, According to Olympic Marathoner Shalane Flanagan
After this year’s U.S. Olympic Trials, what specifically did you do to address the heat and hydration issues you experienced...
After this year’s U.S. Olympic Trials, what specifically did you do to address the heat and hydration issues you experienced...
What Happened When I Did 10 Minutes of Yoga Every Day for a Month
What Happened When I Did 10 Minutes of Yoga Every Day for a Month
But I didn’t. Sure, I talked about doing yoga every day. I even took the opportunity to snag a yoga mat and a few...
But I didn’t. Sure, I talked about doing yoga every day. I even took the opportunity to snag a yoga mat and a few...
Study finds average of two injuries every hour in the US from strollers, carriers
Study finds average of two injuries every hour in the US from strollers, carriers
Food advertising is a multi-billion dollar industry, with approximately $1.8 billion annually aimed at children and adolescents,...
Food advertising is a multi-billion dollar industry, with approximately $1.8 billion annually aimed at children and adolescents,...
Researchers working to advance aging research
Researchers working to advance aging research
Mayo Clinic, along with other members of the Geroscience Network, has published six manuscripts that map strategies for...
Mayo Clinic, along with other members of the Geroscience Network, has published six manuscripts that map strategies for...
Persian Gulf public amenable to energy subsidy reforms
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HOUSTON – (Aug. 15, 2016) – Traditional subsidized energy prices may be unnecessary for large numbers of residents...
HOUSTON – (Aug. 15, 2016) – Traditional subsidized energy prices may be unnecessary for large numbers of residents...
‘Smoke waves’ will affect millions in coming decades
‘Smoke waves’ will affect millions in coming decades
Wildfires threaten more than land and homes. The smoke they produce contains fine particles (PM2.5) that can poison the air...
Wildfires threaten more than land and homes. The smoke they produce contains fine particles (PM2.5) that can poison the air...
Mayo Clinic, collaborators working to advance aging research
Mayo Clinic, collaborators working to advance aging research
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic, along with other members of the Geroscience Network, has published six manuscripts...
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic, along with other members of the Geroscience Network, has published six manuscripts...
Study finds average of 2 injuries every hour in the US from strollers, carriers
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Hawaii authorities urge awareness of raw food risk
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Hawaii authorities urge awareness of raw food risk HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii authorities are urging diners to be aware of the risks of eating raw and undercooked food after...
Kentucky AG sues Johnson & Johnson over vaginal mesh implants FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Kentucky Attorney General announced Tuesday that he’s seeking thousands of dollars in damages...
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., August 17, 2016 – Staphylococcus aureus is a common colonizer of the human body. Although, one quarter...
HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii authorities are urging diners to be aware of the risks of eating raw and undercooked food after...
Study of Chinese teens examines nonmedical use of prescription drugs, suicidal behaviors Suicide is a leading cause of injury and death worldwide. The overall rate of suicide in China is lower than it was in the...
Woman suffering from painful thrush admits she put a GARLIC CLOVE in her vagina A woman has revealed how she became so desperate to cure her persistent thrush that she inserted a garlic clove into her...
Washington’s foster children experience ‘justice by geography,’ report finds A new report from The Access to Counsel Project at the UW School of Law sheds light on how inconsistent practices and policies...
Genetic and environmental risk factors for chronic pain
Researchers identify the secret genetic weapon of Clostridium difficile
Both genetic factors and family environment contribute to risk for chronic pain, and contributions of many genes contribute...
Washington, DC – August 16, 2016 – A trio of researchers at the University of Texas Health Science Center, School...
Studying blood flow dynamics to identify the heart of vessel failure
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Unhealthy habits cost Canadians 6 years of life
FBI delivers documents on Clinton email probe to U.S. Congress
Unhealthy habits are costing Canadians an estimated six years of life, according to a study published today in PLOS Medicine....
By Susan Cornwell WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The Federal Bureau of Investigation said on Tuesday it had turned over to...
Report: 15 of Morris dentist’s patients sickened, 1 died
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Kentucky AG sues Johnson & Johnson over vaginal mesh implants FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Kentucky Attorney General announced Tuesday that he’s seeking thousands of dollars in damages...
By Jessica Toonkel and Dan Levine (Reuters) – Settlement talks between Viacom Inc Chief Executive Philippe Dauman and...
Hispanic men in California need more screening for colorectal cancer, Study finds Colorectal cancer rates for Hispanic men have remained relatively the same, a disparity that can be improved by greater screening,...
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Olympic cyclists DON’T wax pubic hair as it protects against saddle soreness
Fat women who refuse to diet ‘are more likely to get cancer’
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Melina Arnold, of the International Agency for Cancer Research in Lyon, said it is important women are aware cancer...
Baby’s parents make a DIY wheelchair after she is paralysed by a tumour on her spine
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Meningitis W: Students urged to get vaccine
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22 Push-Up Challenge sweeps the Internet
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Female fish can favor sperm from preferred males despite external fertilization
New study: Neonicotinoid insecticides linked to wild bee decline across England
Biologists studying a small, colorful fish in the Mediterranean Sea have discovered a new way in which a female can choose...
Exposure to neonicotinoid seed treated oilseed rape crops has been linked to long-term population decline of wild bee species...
Scientists explore oil clean-up properties of aquatic ferns
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Tree-rings reveal secret clocks that could reset key dates across the ancient world Oxford University researchers say that trees which grew during intense radiation bursts in the past have ‘time-markers’...
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Regulators study horseshoe crab survival in medical harvest PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Environmental regulators studying the harvesting of horseshoe crabs that are drained of some of...
Stigma ‘killing’ South Africans living with HIV
Haiti finds case of microcephaly linked to Zika virus
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PORT-AU-PRINCE Haiti has identified its first case of the birth defect microcephaly linked to the Zika virus, a senior...
Hawaii sushi chain tied to hepatitis A outbreak tosses food
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Traveling makes us sick because the brain into thinking we have been poisoned
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Baby’s parents make her a DIY wheelchair after she is paralysed by a tumour on her spine Evelyn Moore was found to have a tumour on her spine at four months The little girl underwent eight rounds of chemo...
This summer’s heat wave shows no signs of subsiding. And for many, that means a month or more of sleepless nights. But...
Study casts doubt on claim that people are over-optimistic A new study by King’s College London, UCL and Birkbeck, University of London,...
Physical function tied to clinical, subclinical neurological disease
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Data sharing should become routine for best reponse to public health emergencies In an invited perspective article on the Ebola outbreak under way in West Africa, Heinz Feldmann, M.D., Ph.D., of the National...
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Wearable device for sleep optimization could decrease new PTSD cases in military Brain State Technologies announces the presentation of a study that describes how use of a wearable neurotechnology device...
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New study reveals a novel protein linked to type 2 diabetes Findings from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM), which appear in eLife, provide a possible explanation as to why...
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Africa Launches Massive Vaccine Campaign To Curb Yellow Fever Outbreak A small but significant fraction of cases die from jaundice, bleeding and multiple organ failure. More than 400 people have...
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Texas resident’s Zika case linked to Miami travel
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Doctors vote not to accept Ontario’s proposed fee agreement
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Donald Trump Questions Hillary Clinton’s ‘Mental And Physical Stamina’
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Researchers discover that DNA naturally fluoresces
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Rafaelo procedure used to treat 2,000 patients in its native Poland Technique uses needle to emit radio-frequency energy...
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Simulations by PPPL physicists suggest that magnetic fields can calm plasma instabilities Physicists led by Gerrit Kramer at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL)...
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NASA’s Van Allen probes catch rare glimpse of supercharged radiation belt Our planet is nestled in the center of two immense, concentric doughnuts of powerful radiation: the Van Allen radiation belts,...
Biomarker breakthrough could improve Parkinson’s treatment
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Parasite closes popular Alabama water park
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Replacing One Sugary Drink Daily Significantly Improves Health If you think that a single soda a day doesn’t have much of an impact on your health, you may want to reconsider. A...
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UH biomedical engineer pursues nerve regeneration A biomedical engineer from the University of Houston will use a $1.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health...
A short heat-treatment of luggage may reduce spread of bedbugs Irvine, Calif., Aug. 15, 2016 — A University of California, Irvine entomologist has discovered that a brief blast of...
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GPs paid to £100 an hour to work in local A&E department in desperate bid to solve weekend staffing crisis Holidays meant Ipswich Hospital was unable to staff itself at the weekend Urgent appeal was sent out by its CCG to ensure...
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Organ network mapping path to fairer liver transplants
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New Baker Institute charts provide picture of drug use in the United States
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August 13, 2016, 7:54 AM|A proposed law could force drivers in New Jersey to give up eating and drinking behind the wheel....
The Dish: Celebrity chef Jeff Mauro
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She also told People Magazine, “I have a celebrity crush on Zac Efron because he has very good looks and I’ve heard...
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State investigates new Zika case outside Miami neighborhood MIAMI (AP) — Florida health officials say they’re investigating a new Zika case outside a Miami neighborhood where...
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U.S. declares a public health emergency in Puerto Rico over Zika
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Intestinal flora likely to have effect on person’s response to drugs
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Intestinal flora has multiple influences on human health, but researchers have revealed that it is also likely to have an...
Simple phone checklist can help spot health problems in elders receiving supportive home-care
Simple phone checklist can help spot health problems in elders receiving supportive home-care
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A simple phone checklist can help detect telltale changes in the health status of people receiving nonmedical home care,...
Greater screening can help improve colorectal cancer rates among Hispanic men in California
Greater screening can help improve colorectal cancer rates among Hispanic men in California
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Colorectal cancer incidence and mortality rates in California have decreased markedly for men and women in all major racial-ethnic...
Glia cells may play role in regulating sugar intake into the brain, experts report
Glia cells may play role in regulating sugar intake into the brain, experts report
Researchers at Technical University of Munich discovered that our brain actively takes sugar from the blood. Prior to this,...
Researchers at Technical University of Munich discovered that our brain actively takes sugar from the blood. Prior to this,...
SGO and ASCO release clinical practice guidelines on ovarian cancer treatment
SGO and ASCO release clinical practice guidelines on ovarian cancer treatment
This week the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) issued a joint clinical...
This week the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) issued a joint clinical...
St. Jude scientists identify key innate immune sensor that attacks influenza virus
St. Jude scientists identify key innate immune sensor that attacks influenza virus
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital immunologists have identified the protein trigger in the body’s quick-reaction...
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital immunologists have identified the protein trigger in the body’s quick-reaction...
Experts explain why sleeping naked is good for you
Experts explain why sleeping naked is good for you
Skip the flannel pajamas and over-sized t-shirts – experts say sleeping au naturel is better for your health. Researchers...
Skip the flannel pajamas and over-sized t-shirts – experts say sleeping au naturel is better for your health. Researchers...
Research shows kids watch their parents to decide which foods to like or not
Research shows kids watch their parents to decide which foods to like or not
Study shows children actively watch how adults react to foods They’re confused when adults
Study shows children actively watch how adults react to foods They’re confused when adults
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Most fatal type of stroke becoming increasingly rare as smoking falls out of fashion
Most fatal type of stroke becoming increasingly rare as smoking falls out of fashion
Global health officials are hailing Finnish study as a ‘wake-up call’ The research showed exact same drop in...
Global health officials are hailing Finnish study as a ‘wake-up call’ The research showed exact same drop in...
Babies born addicted to opioids has TRIPLED in 15 years as America’s heroin and painkiller crisis escalates
Babies born addicted to opioids has TRIPLED in 15 years as America’s heroin and painkiller crisis escalates
Now 6 babies per 1,000 births addicted to opioids, up from 1.5 in 1999 Biggest increases were seen in West Virginia, Vermont...
Now 6 babies per 1,000 births addicted to opioids, up from 1.5 in 1999 Biggest increases were seen in West Virginia, Vermont...
Gord Downie leaving ‘a much greater mark than just music,’ his doctor says
Gord Downie leaving ‘a much greater mark than just music,’ his doctor says
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It hasn’t been easy treating Gord Downie on tour this summer, his neuro-oncologist says, but he’s impressed...
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5 Signs You Do The Dang Work When it comes to swimming, Ledecky is an absolute beast ? with a significant claim to being the best in the world. But according...
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5 Signs You Do The Dang Work When it comes to swimming, Ledecky is an absolute beast ? with a significant claim to being the best in the world. But according...
The Science Behind Michael Phelps’ Game Face It’s not a coincidence that Phelps’ directed his grimace at le Clos. In 2012, le Clos upset Phelps by taking gold in...
The Science Behind Michael Phelps’ Game Face
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It’s not a coincidence that Phelps’ directed his grimace at le Clos. In 2012, le Clos upset Phelps by taking gold in...
The U.S. Secretary for Health and Human Services on Friday declared a state of emergency in Puerto Rico because of the widespread...
Puerto Rico Zika Crisis Prompts Public Health Emergency Declaration
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The U.S. Secretary for Health and Human Services on Friday declared a state of emergency in Puerto Rico because of the widespread...
The three new local cases were announced in conjunction with 10 additional travel-related cases of Zika virus in Florida,...
Cancer survivors more prone to obesity
Cancer survivors more prone to obesity
Obesity is more common among cancer survivors in the United States than in the general population, a new study finds. The...
Obesity is more common among cancer survivors in the United States than in the general population, a new study finds. The...
Zika outbreak in Puerto Rico a public health emergency
Zika outbreak in Puerto Rico a public health emergency
August 12, 2016, 6:45 PM|Three more people have been infected with Zika in Florida, bringing the total number infected by...
August 12, 2016, 6:45 PM|Three more people have been infected with Zika in Florida, bringing the total number infected by...
Florida probes three Zika cases outside Miami infection zone
Florida probes three Zika cases outside Miami infection zone
Miami (AFP) – Florida is investigating three cases of Zika infection that do not appear linked to travel
Miami (AFP) – Florida is investigating three cases of Zika infection that do not appear linked to travel
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U.S. judge in Anthem merger trial sets trial for November 21, plans ruling by late January 2017
U.S. judge in Anthem merger trial sets trial for November 21, plans ruling by late January 2017
By Diane Bartz WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The judge overseeing the U.S. Justice Department’s bid to stop health insurer...
By Diane Bartz WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The judge overseeing the U.S. Justice Department’s bid to stop health insurer...
U.S. declares state of emergency in Puerto Rico over Zika
U.S. declares state of emergency in Puerto Rico over Zika
CHICAGO The U.S. Secretary for Health and Human Services on Friday declared a state of emergency in Puerto Rico because...
CHICAGO The U.S. Secretary for Health and Human Services on Friday declared a state of emergency in Puerto Rico because...
Resistance Training May Help Fibromyalgia
Resistance Training May Help Fibromyalgia
People with fibromyalgia generally complain of fatigue but a new study shows resistance training may help. An estimated...
People with fibromyalgia generally complain of fatigue but a new study shows resistance training may help. An estimated...
Is YOUR child a fussy eater? They’re only copying you! Research shows kids watch their parents to decide which foods to like or not
Most fatal type of stroke becoming increasingly rare as smoking falls out of fashion
Study shows children actively watch how adults react to foods They’re confused when adults disagree and work to decide...
Global health officials are hailing Finnish study as a ‘wake-up call’ The research showed exact same drop in...
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Based on recent estimates, there are about 32 million cases of rheumatic heart disease (RHD) worldwide, which cause 275,000...
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A swim in an unsanitary body of freshwater on private property in Broward County has resulted in a resident’s hospitalization...
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One of Goddard’s subjects, a private in a parachute regiment named Jamie, suffered severe injuries during an aircraft fire...
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Olympic Officials Briefly Close Diving Pool That ‘Smells Like A Fart’ The problem seemed to begin Monday night when the waters of the diving pool mysteriously changed color ? from the usual clear...
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decreasing — thanks to a decrease in smoking? A new study indicates that Finland’s national tobacco policies seem to be radically reducing the incidence of subarachnoid...
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The low pressure center that has been gyrating over the northeastern Gulf of Mexico for days has now dropped very heavy precipitation...
Patients long paralysed from spinal cord injuries showed unprecedented gains in mobility and feeling — and in some...
Sumner Redstone willing to be deposed in competency lawsuit
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WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The judge overseeing the U.S. Justice Department’s bid to stop big health insurer Anthem...
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Simone Biles, now officially the best gymnast in the world after winning the gold medal in yesterday’s all-around, has...
Too few doctors make house calls to homebound elderly
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Another Zika case reported outside Miami’s transmission zone
Global polio eradication hopes hang in the balance after Nigeria setback
CHICAGO Three more people in Florida have tested positive for Zika caused by local mosquitoes, including another person...
LONDON/GENEVA – After two years in which the disease appeared beaten in Africa, polio eradication hopes hang in the balance...
You’ll never guess what Simone Biles eats after every competition
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Simone Biles, now officially the best gymnast in the world after winning the gold medal in yesterday’s all-around, has...
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Drinking alcohol after exercising is WORSE than skipping working altogether
Zika ‘can survive SIX MONTHS in semen’
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WHAT IS ZIKA? The Zika (ZEE’-ka) virus was first discovered in monkey in Uganda in 1947 – its name comes from...
The Colony-Killing Mistake Backyard Beekeepers Are Making
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The federal government is advising Canadians to check where their produce comes from after an outbreak of cyclospora was...
1st Canadian case of Zika-related anomalies confirmed in a fetus
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First author Teneema Kuriakose, Ph.D., a postdoctoral research associate in the Kanneganti laboratory,...
Nigeria to start emergency polio vaccinations: UNICEF
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Here’s Why More More US Teens May Be Facing Depression
How to Not Eat Everything in Sight After Working Out
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We didn’t need a study to prove exercising makes us crave dessert–or, really, food in general. After hitting...
Exercise may help ease some schizophrenia symptoms
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Nanobeads are all around us- and are, some might argue, used too frequently in everything from sun-screen to white paint,...
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TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2016– Having a regular family physician may not be enough to reduce Emergency Department visits among...
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ROME (Reuters) – Pope Francis, who has condemned human trafficking as a crime against humanity, on Friday made a surprise...
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A growing number of surgeries performed with only local anesthesia create new challenges for surgeons, according to interviews...
Judge pushes ConAgra salmonella hearing into fall
Zika remains in semen for at least 6 months, new case suggests
ALBANY, Ga. – A federal judge later this fall could finalize ConAgra Foods’ $11.2 million settlement of a criminal...
Scientists say the semen of an Italian man who contracted Zika tested positive for the virus six months after he exhibited...
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Judge rejects Ohio law to cut Planned Parenthood funds over abortion
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Global polio eradication hopes hang in the balance after Nigeria setback
Briefly standing, or being active, reduces blood sugar across the day
LONDON/GENEVA After two years in which the disease appeared beaten in Africa, polio eradication hopes hang in the balance...
(Reuters Health) – For obese people who sit for most of the day, replacing some sitting time with standing, slow...
Sleep apnea may worsen liver disease for obese teens
Judge pushes ConAgra salmonella hearing into fall
For teens with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), breathing disruptions during sleep may worsen scarring in the liver,...
ALBANY, Ga. – A federal judge later this fall could finalize ConAgra Foods’ $11.2 million settlement of a criminal...
Puerto Rico reports 10690 Zika cases amid ongoing epidemic
Germany: Prosecutors probe 3 deaths at cancer clinic
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BERLIN — German prosecutors say they’re investigating the operator of a clinic near the Dutch border that offers...
Docs baffled by 4-year-old who looks like old man
Many Children’s Heart Health Not up to Standards
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Bayzid Sikder, 4, loves playing soccer and cuddling with his grandfather, but, in a medical mystery, the Bangladeshi boy...
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St. Jude researchers pinpoint key influenza-fighting immune trigger
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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital immunologists have identified the protein trigger in the body’s quick-reaction...
SU researchers receive grant to study links between chronic pain, alcohol consumption
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Dr. Qizhi Cathy Yao, professor of surgery, molecular virology and microbiology, and pathology immunology at Baylor College...
OITNB’s Vicky Jeudy reveals how she stays fit and healthy without sacrificing pizza She plays the unfathomably fit athlete Janae Watson in Orange Is The New Black. In real life, the Netflix star Vicky Jeudy...
People in relationships are ‘less likely to drink often and to excess’ Study looked at the alcohol drinking habits of 2,425 identical twins It found married twins drank less than their identical...
Light that gives you a suntan has travelled from OUTSIDE our galaxy
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Astronomers measured the light hitting Earth from outside our galaxy Over a very broad wavelength range – from a...
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Lawyers want to expand assisted dying, feds say Carter decision doesn’t apply
Zika found to remain in sperm for record six months
The Canadian Bar Association is urging the federal government to expand its restrictive new law on assisted dying, allowing...
The Zika virus has been found in the sperm of an Italian man six months after his first symptoms, twice as long as in previously...
Investigators chart microbial ecology of gingivitis, periodontitis
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Gingivitis, a common and mild form of gum disease can progress to periodontitis, a more serious infection that damages the...
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Texas, Other States to Ask Judge to Halt Obama Transgender Policy
Indonesia Says "No Room" for LGBT Movement
FORT WORTH, Texas Texas and a dozen other states plan to ask a U.S. judge in Fort Worth on Friday to halt Obama administration...
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Complete spinal cord paralysis is thought to be irreversible, but new research suggests braincontrolled robotics with tactile...
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Stanford researchers devise method for bone marrow transplants without using chemotherapy Blood stem cell transplantation, widely known as bone marrow transplantation, is a powerful technique that potentially can...
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Dear future US president: A wish list from a physician-scientist In this Editorial, Scott Friedman lays out his wish list for the 2016 U.S. presidential candidates. “Supporting biomedical...
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New research examines link between alcohol use and unprotected sex among young women
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Improved guidelines for diagnosing fetal alcohol spectrum disorder
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Human selection pressure on novel peptide aided domestication of Asian rice Nagoya, Japan – During cultivation of wild cereals such as rice for human agricultural use, a number of domestication-related...
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Unraveling the jaw-dropping goblin shark A research team, led by Emeritus Professor Kazuhiro Nakaya of Japan’s Hokkaido University, analyzed world-first footage...
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U.S. Won’t Reschedule Marijuana, But Will Open Up Research Opportunities
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Discovery of a time-resolved supernova signal in Earth’s microfossils Physicists from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have succeeded in detecting a time-resolved supernova signal in...
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US maternal mortality rates higher than reported, BU study finds
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How YOU can run like an Olympian: Sports scientist explains the small things that athletes do to transform their technique It has been said that it’s Mo Farah’s distinctive running technique that has allowed him to become Britain’s...
Slightly weaker beer could reduce alcohol’s harm, addiction experts say When people down weaker beer, they’re unlikely to consume more. It’s a strategy Canadian addiction researchers...
Mental health target being ignored Some mental health patients in England are being denied timely treatment promised by the government, figures reveal. The...
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U.S. panel says not enough evidence to support lipid screenings for kids
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Detecting a new doping trend among Olympic athletes
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Brain-stimulation method provides significant reductions in phantom limb pain
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‘Holy grail’ of breakthroughs sees scientists create single treatment that could provide life-long cure for a host of diseases from diabetes to cancer
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Cluster of genes identified which makes people vulnerable to the disease These people are less able to get rid of proteins...
US maternal mortality rate is worse than Iran and Ukraine
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Astronomers Predict Incredible Show As Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks
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New map details threat of Zika across Europe, US The map predicts the likelihood of Zika exposure in the coming years by segmenting Earth’s...
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Immune analysis of on-treatment longitudinal biopsies predicts response to melanoma immunotherapy Immune response measured in tumor biopsies during the course of early treatment predicts which melanoma patients will benefit...
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Phony Cancer Treatments Still Around in Our Electronic Age According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), consumers should look out for claims that a product “treats all...
NIH releases improved guidelines for diagnosing fetal alcohol spectrum disorder A group of experts on fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), organized by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism...
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New guidelines published for physicians treating patients with kidney stones
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New Rochelle, NY, August 10, 2016–Field studies designed to assess the impact of promoting political contribution...
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By Karolos Grohmann RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) – The Rio Olympics diving pool will be back to its blue colour later on...
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New research could lead to improved treatment for depression SCIENTISTS at the University of Huddersfield led by Dr Patrick McHugh have embarked on a project that could lead to a more...
Geneticists identify enzyme that regulates chromosome segregation during meiosis GENETICISTS have identified an enzyme which regulates the production of sperm and egg cells in human reproduction. The discovery...
Researchers reprogram skin cells from diabetic foot ulcers to generate iPSCs
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Combination of biologic and phototherapy treatment appears to be safe, effective in treating psoriasis
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Obese couple lose THREE FEET of their combined waistlines A once-obese couple have lost 15st and three feet off their combined waistlines – after the husband had his driving...
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Isotopic analysis of teeth may identify starvation in victims of the Great Irish Famine The team from the Universities of Bradford and Durham analysed the teeth of children and adults from two 19th century cemeteries,...
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Leicestershire boy born with grapefruitsized cancerous lump is left with huge scar Bradan Bridge needed lifesaving surgery when he was just 3 days old Scans had revealed the 1lb mass which was crushing his...
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Scientists characterize the platelet activation process for coagulation
Taking a blood thinner like Warfarin? “Typically, any kind of blood thinner can cause periods to be heavier and cause bleeding,”...
On left is an activated “ordinary” platelet (scanning electron microscope image),...
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Rising Ocean Temperatures Are Making Us Sick
Scientists at Tokyo Institute of Technology have developed a boron carrier for use in targeted radiation treatment for cancerous...
Rising ocean temperatures may be making us ill and it’s only getting worse. Warmth-loving marine bacteria is growing in...
Give Yourself The Gift Of Total Bliss With This Basic Yoga Move
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If you’re looking to gain more from yoga, don’t skip the basics. Savasana, a restorative pose that’s often performed...
American fencer Dagmara Wozniak is ranked second in the United States and fifth in the world in her sport. Now Wozniak, 28,...
Climate change already accelerating sea level rise, study finds
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BOULDER, Colo. — Greenhouse gases are already having an accelerating effect on sea level rise, but the impact has so...
The 21-year-old reality star (known for shows such as Couples Therapy and Celebrity Big Brother), posted a statement to...
Messier 18 was discovered and catalogued in 1764 by Charles Messier — for whom the Messier Objects are named —...
Valeant’s rosy forecast and promised changes, fire up shares
Wildfires kill three people on Portugal’s Madeira, 1,000 evacuated
Drugmaker Valeant Pharmaceuticals, a fastgrowing Wall Street darling until its price-hiking business strategy made it a...
LISBON (Reuters) – At least three people died and more than a thousand were evacuated on the Portuguese island of Madeira...
Infant’s death is first Zika-related fatality in Texas
Individualizing weight management program may increase success rate
HOUSTON (AP) — Texas reported its first Zikarelated death Tuesday after a baby girl whose mother traveled to El Salvador...
A group of Sanford physicians and researchers began Profile four years ago with 50 pilot members in Sioux Falls. It has since...
Rare genetic variations may solve mystery of porphyria severity in some patients
Scientists study ancient strains in lemurs which date back to 60 MILLION years ago
An international research team has linked rare variations in a cell membrane protein to the wide variation in symptom severity...
Until now, the oldest lentiviruses were thought to be 12 million year old Researchers studied ancient genetic data of Malayan...
Pokémon Go could help fat children slim down
Britain is one of the worst in the West for performing cataract operations
Pokémon Go is a game where people hunt characters in real life locations Margaret McCartney, a GP and mother of three...
Cataract sufferers in Britain are much less likely to have vital surgery than patients in most other Western countries. The...
Stress on working women could be behind a closing of the life-expectancy gap between sexes
Dog study suggests that chemicals could be damaging sperm
3.7-year gap between genders is smaller than most European countries One reason is decline in smoking and men taking industrial jobs Women...
Spanish baby is born while still inside the amniotic sac with the rare one in 80,000 incident captured on video A baby from Spain was delivered recently still inside the amniotic sac The rare incident normally happens during just one...
26-year study revealed a decline in quality of dog sperm over 3 decades Chemicals in pet foods are believed to have a detrimental...
Olympic Athletes Still Use Some Rx Drugs As A Path To ‘Legal Doping’ i Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova won’t be competing at the 2016 Olympics. At a March 7 press...
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KFC Urged To Stop Routine Use Of Antibiotics On Poultry
Light and caffeine improve driver alertness: CARRS-Q study
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Bright light combined with caffeine can improve driving performance and alertness of chronically sleep deprived young drivers,...
Eleven premature babies killed in Baghdad hospital fire
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BAGHDAD (Reuters) – At least 11 prematurely born babies were killed in a fire that broke out in the early hours of...
Matt Damon is nothing if not malleable. He convincingly played a heroin-addicted Gulf War veteran in Courage Under Fire,...
Are you contributing to the rise of superbugs?
California model born without legs inspires fans
The next time your doctor prescribes— or refuses to prescribe— antibiotics for an illness, you might want to listen and...
First, strong was the new sexy. Now, Kanya Sesser, 23, is proving that owning whatever makes you you is definitely just...
Are you contributing to the rise of superbugs?
Higher ICU usage led to increased invasive procedures, costs
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The study, published online in JAMA Internal Medicine, examined records from 156,842 hospitalizations at 94 acute care hospitals...
Study finds positive link between planned home births and breast feeding
Researchers use TMS–EEG device to examine the brain activity of people in NREM sleep
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Researchers from Aalto University and the University of Wisconsin utilised a TMS-EEG device, which combines transcranial...
UH biologists developing strategies to help regenerate heart muscle cell formation
New odour-baited traps offer effective and safe solution to fight against malaria mosquito
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in the U.S. With one in every four deaths occurring each year, the...
The use of a newly-developed mosquito trap incorporating human odour has resulted in a 70% decline in the population of the...
Study finds reduced activity of ACMSD enzyme in people with suicidal behavior
UCLA study suggests lower BPS doses damage woman’s egg cells
It is known that people who have attempted suicide have ongoing inflammation in their blood and spinal fluid. Now, a collaborative...
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Researchers develop tool to counter public health IT challenges
Aids deaths hit 25 million but infections slow
Front-line protection of U.S. communities against disease epidemics relies on seamless information sharing between public...
Some of the most notable progress has been reported in Africa, the report said. HIV incidence has fallen by 25 per cent since...
An Open Letter to My Adolescent Daughter
Why is breast cancer common but heart cancer rare?
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Malignant cancers strike certain organs, such as the colon or breast, more often than others. In an Opinion publishing...
Sex hormones skew outcomes in clinical trials — here’s how
Overall prevalence of diabetic kidney disease does not change significantly in US
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Most patients taking warfarin long-term do not maintain stable INR values In a study appearing in the August 9 issue of JAMA, Sean D. Pokorney, M.D., M.B.A., Eric D. Peterson,
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Researchers immobilize underwater bubbles
Beyond ‘Obamacare’: State initiatives refocus health debate
WASHINGTON, D.C., August 9, 2016 — Controlling bubbles is a difficult process and one that many of us experienced...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Moving beyond “Obamacare,” political activists are looking to state ballot questions to refocus...
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Wake Forest Baptist scientists test prototype CEW with cardiac biomonitoring capability
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Noninvasive approach using pulsed electric fields may reduce scarring after burn injuries
Industrial chemicals exceed safety levels in public drinking water supplies for 6 million Americans
A Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) research team has reported that repeated treatment with pulsed electric fields –...
Levels of a widely used class of industrial chemicals linked with cancer and other health problems–polyfluoroalkyl...
Researchers develop computational algorithm to analyze big genomic data for different cancers
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The Price Tag for Giving Birth in the U.S. Is Staggering RELATED: What to Expect a Day, a Week, and a Month After Having a C-Section But bills can also vary from state-to-state...
Illustration by Kagan McLeod Start in a squat position with your feet shoulder-width apart and your elbows bent; shift your...
Exactly What Happens When a Guy “Breaks” His Penis, According to an M.D. Sign up for Women’s Health’s new newsletter, So This Happened, to get the day’s trending stories and health...
‘Game on for Pokémon Go,’ says The BMJ pundit
The long hunted sterile neutrino cannot be traced
Game on for Pokémon Go, The BMJ‘s weekly GP columnist says today in a light-hearted look. As she and her children...
Some of the most abundant particles in the universe are the so-called ghost particles, neutrinos, which travel through virtually...
New model sheds light on secondary bacterial pneumonia
UH researchers are pioneering tools for heart regeneration
Washington, DC – August 9, 2016 – For years, researchers have known that the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus (S....
HOUSTON, Aug. 8, 2016 – Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in the U.S. With one in every four deaths...
Tracing the evolution of bird reproduction
Breastfeeding twice as likely after home births than hospital births
What really did come first–the chicken or the egg? Birds’ reproductive biology is dramatically different from...
Dublin, Ireland, August 10th 2016: A new study by academics in Trinity College Dublin has found that there is a strong positive...
Children held at Australian camp suffer assaults, sexual abuse-leaked documents
Consumer groups press Yum’s KFC to tighten antibiotic rules
By Colin Packham SYDNEY (Reuters) – More than 2,000 incidents, including sexual abuse, assault and attempted self-harm,...
Active hedgehog signalling in connective tissue cells protects against colon cancer Mutations that lead to the activation of hedgehog signalling are the cause of almost all cases of basal cell carcinoma (a...
LOS ANGELES Consumer groups on Wednesday will deliver a petition from more than 350,000 people to the KFC fried chicken...
Crisis-hit hospital trust may close Grantham A&E at night Hospital bosses could shut an accident and emergency department at night in order to combat a staffing crisis. United Lincolnshire...
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Zika Cases Rise in Miami, and Officials Try to Soothe Fears
Study may lead to better breast cancer drugs
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Biomedical scientists have revealed the inner workings of a group of proteins that help to switch critical genes on and...
New breakthrough in understanding dystonia
Origin of the turtle shell lies in digging
Researchers at VIB-KU Leuven have managed to get a clearer view on the roots of dystonia, a neurological disorder that causes...
Positive teacher-student relationships boost good behavior in teenagers for up to 4 years A new study has found that having a positive relationship with a teacher around the age of 10-11 years old can markedly influence...
In today’s turtles the shell has a key protective function. The animals can withdraw into it and protect themselves...
The 6 steps to extinction Invasive plants are a problem around the world, but are they just a nuisance or are they killers? So far there are no documented...
Heat release of later-age concrete and the concrete strength development
Solid outlook from Valeant, promised changes, fire up shares
The adiabatic temperature rise of early-age concrete can be precisely tested by an adiabatic temperature measuring device....
Drugmaker Valeant Pharmaceuticals, a fastgrowing Wall Street darling until its price-hiking business strategy made it a...
The 57-year-old woman with a 100-yearold kidney the world’s oldest transplant
Woman with 100-year-old kidney from mum ‘still going strong’
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A woman with a 100-year-old kidney has credited its longevity on coming from “good stock”. She would know –...
Reading Books Could Increase Lifespan
Why Am I Here? (Or One Circle, Two Steps)
The study results remained after accounting for subjects’ sex, age, wealth, education, self-reported health, comorbidities...
Sharp Toe Nails, Rough Whiskers, Heavy Legs And Other Physical Conditions That Can Block Snuggling In Bed
The other quote that I would like to share is today’s scripture: Matthew 25: The Parable of the Talents. Now, to tell...
Effects Of Screen Time On Adult Sleep Harvard Medical School scientists concur that specific wavelengths of light suppress the sleepinducing hormone melatonin...
There is the ideal of two people snuggling in bed, very glad to be touching. But the reality is that in many couples something...
Microcephaly Isn’t The Only Threat Zika Virus Poses To Newborns The most commonly known birth defect caused by Zika virus is microcephaly, a condition in which an infant’s head circumference...
TMS differences between brain activity of people who dream and people who do not dream Researchers from Aalto University and the University of Wisconsin utilised a TMS-EEG device, which combines transcranial...
Cement design should take into account the water confined in the smallest pores As it is a basic building material used across the world, cement is subjected to a vast range of conditions, both physiological...
Mimicking luxury goods The luxury goods market for the ultra rich encompasses jewelry, cars, clothes, tableware,
Four more cases of Zika in Miami August 9, 2016, 6:37 PM|Four more cases of Zika are thought to have originated in Miami, and crews are out every day clearing...
Perseid meteors could see ‘surge in activity’ on Aug. 11-12 Friday 12 August sees the annual maximum of the Perseid meteor shower. This year, as well as the normal peak on the night...
Talking back: Countering terrorist narratives may reduce recruitment Recruiters for violent extremist groups, just like screenwriters and marketers, use storytelling techniques to craft their...
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California man shot by police in July mistaken for carjacking suspect
Trump ignites new firestorm: Gun backers might stop Clinton
By Alex Dobuzinskis LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department acknowledged on Tuesday...
WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) — Donald Trump ignited a fresh political firestorm Tuesday by declaring gun rights supporters might...
‘Toxic gases’ as targets for new medicines
How racism impacts the health of people who suffer abuse
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Racism comes in many forms, from verbal abuse, to employment barriers, all the way to racially motivated violence. Few...
The woman with the 100-year-old kidney: 68-year-old has the world’s oldest transplanted organ
Alzheimer’s disease can be prevented by taking on a Mediterranean diet according to new study
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A Mediterranean-style diet dramatically cuts your risk of Alzheimer’s, a new study claims. Elderly people who eat plenty...
The Cheapest State to Live In
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5 Ways to Boost Your Sex Life, Based on Your Zodiac Sign Behold, five smart ways to make getting it on better than ever with a little astrological assistance. 1. Find your spirit...
Zika linked to baby joint deformities Zika infection during pregnancy may cause limb joint deformities in the baby, experts now fear. Brazilian researchers from...
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Federal Data Shows Firefighting Chemicals In U.S. Drinking Water Sources i Protesters in Hoosick Falls, N.Y., in June hold signs calling for hearings on contamination in their town’s...
Adults hold key to preventing kids’ drownings (HealthDay)—Parents and others need to do more to prevent child drownings and near-drownings, according...
Most sick, aging americans live far from in-home care
Fake xanax cut with potent pain med can be a killer
(HealthDay)—Most older Americans struggling with chronic illnesses live too far from “in-home”...
(HealthDay)—At least one San Francisco-area drug user died and eight more landed in the ER in late...
Higher weekly activity levels linked to lower risk of 5 chronic diseases
Study provides details of possible link between Zika and severe joint condition at birth
Higher levels of total physical activity are strongly associated with lower risk of five common chronic diseases –...
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New York Health Dept. Expands ZikaTesting Guidelines
Twitter Jumps To Defense Of Mexican Gymnast Who Was Body-Shamed
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Alexa Moreno is a gymnast who competed in the qualifying rounds for Mexico during the 2016 Rio Olympics, whose body is capable...
10 Reasons Why I’m Lucky To Be An Alcoholic
Linguistics Explains Why Ending a Text With a Period Makes You Seem Like a Monster
I, Kelly Fitzgerald, am lucky to be an alcoholic. If you’re shocked at hearing this statement, rest assured, you aren’t...
A text that ends in a period, then, might just be a case of the wrong place at the wrong time: It rankles because it doesn’t...
From Conference To Clinic: The Longest Yard On Nutrition
Reading Makes You Carsick Because Your Brain Thinks It’s Being Poisoned
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ICU treatment may not be better for 4 common conditions
Is DEET safe for pregnant women?
Some patients put into hospital intensive care units tend to undergo more costly and invasive procedures, often without improved...
August 9, 2016, 6:39 PM|Zika has reached mosquitoes in the U.S., and many pregnant women are wondering if it is safe to use...
4 more people infected with Zika virus in Florida
Study: Some black teens may feel pulled between health and hair
MIAMI — Florida reported on Tuesday that four more people have been infected with the Zika virus linked to birth defects. ...
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – As a childhood obesity expert and black woman, Susan Woolford, M.D., MPH, knows that some girls...
1967 solar storm nearly took US to brink of war
General support for science doesn’t always correlate with attitudes toward specific issues
WASHINGTON, DC — A solar storm that jammed radar and radio communications at the height of the Cold War could have...
WASHINGTON – U.S. adults perform comparably to adults in other economically developed countries on most measures of...
NASA spots Tropical Storm Conson facing wind shear
Study highlights serious security threat to many internet users
Soon after Tropical Depression 08W strengthened into Tropical Storm Conson, NASA-NOAA’s Suomi NPP satellite passed...
RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Researchers at the University of California, Riverside have identified a weakness in the Transmission...
A breakthrough in combating malaria with odor-baited trap for mosquitoes
New Locally Transmitted Zika Virus Case Found in Palm Beach County, Florida
The use of a newly-developed mosquito trap incorporating human odour has resulted in a 70% decline in the population of the...
A new Zika infection case has been identified in Palm Beach County, Florida, and officials said they believe it is related...
Staying active through volunteering can promote healthier aging, suggest two new studies
Cancer Patients Without Insurance Had Higher Death Rate, Studies Find
Two new studies published this week have provided yet more evidence to suggest that staying active as we age, through working...
The importance of health insurance for cancer patients was again made clear in two new studies, which found that those with...
Before Valeant overhaul, Ackman met investors at brainstorming event
How much exercise will lower chronic disease risk?
By Svea Herbst-Bayliss BOSTON (Reuters) – Six weeks before Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc revealed plans...
Paris (AFP) – The daily dose of activity needed to lower the risk of diabetes, stroke and heart disease by at least...
Gaps in active life expectancy remain between black, white Americans
Cayman Islands reports second locally transmitted Zika infection
(Reuters Health) – Black Americans still live more of their older years with disability than white Americans, according...
GEORGE TOWN Two people have contracted the Zika virus locally in the Cayman Islands, the health department said on Tuesday,...
Study details possible link between Zika and severe joint condition
Florida Tracking 4 New ‘Homegrown’ Zika Cases
LONDON Aug 9 Scientists in Brazil studying a possible link between Zika virus infection in the womb and severe joint abnormalities...
Florida health officials are investigating four new suspected non-travel related Zika cases. “All four were exposed...
Zika: Dangerous Even If You’re Not Pregnant
Should Drug Prices Be Tied to Benefits?
With the number of “homegrown” Zika cases rising in the U.S., the focus is largely on the birth defects it...
Global pressure on health spending is forcing the $1 trillion-a-year pharmaceutical industry to look for new ways to price...
How to make fish less fishy (video)
Team digs deep to answer water-safety questions
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David Freedman’s lab at Clemson University are rock samples that...
Metastatic Breast Cancer Conferece
Research reveals patient can have more than one breast cancer, points at treatments
Metastatic breast cancer, Stage IV, or advanced breast cancer is the spread of cancer cells beyond the breast to new areas...
System helps protect privacy in genomic databases Genome-wide association studies, which try to find correlations between particular genetic variations and disease diagnoses,...
HOUSTON – (Aug. 9, 2016) – Breast cancer tumors are complex and dynamic. They comprise a population of continuously...
Study finds link between hairstyle choice and level of physical activity among African-American teens As a childhood obesity expert and black woman, Susan Woolford, M.D., MPH, knows that some girls and women in the black community...
Whitehead Institute researchers identify cellular mechanisms involved in pre-mouth array formation
Study recommends LISA ventilation strategy to prevent chronic lung disease in preterm infants
Whitehead Institute researchers have identified the pre-mouth array–an area of the developing face in embryonic frogs–that...
Researchers from McMaster University have evaluated and determined the best ventilation strategy to prevent chronic lung...
MedDiet improves memory and slows cognitive decline, study shows
Researchers develop machine-learning program that helps identify hundreds of ASD-related genes
Eating a Mediterranean diet can slow down cognitive decline. The Mediterranean diet can improve your mind, as well your heart,...
Investigators eager to uncover the genetic basis of autism could now have hundreds of promising new leads thanks to a study...
Study finds high rates of increasing obesity in patients with history of cancer
Parents who put expensive pillows in their babies’ cots warned they may be lethal
A study at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health showed that obesity was more prevalent in patients...
Parents are risking their babies’ lives by putting expensive pillows in their cots to stop the back of their heads being...
Team USA’s athletes turn to the ancient remedy to keep their bodies
People ‘live LONGER during recessions’ with fewer car drivers and home cooking
When Team USA swimmer Michael Phelps made his Rio debut on Sunday, it was not just his gold medal-winning run in the 4x100m...
Four more people have caught Zika in Miami officials reveal 21 people have now caught the virus from mosquitoes in Miami Four new people were diagnosed on Tuesday, biggest one-day...
Recessions force people to be frugal, cook at home, stop driving cars It means nutrition-related fatalities and fatal road...
Young Inventors Work On Secret Proteins To Thwart Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria i Christian Choe, Zach Rosenthal, and Maria Filsinger Interrante, who call themselves Team Lyseia, strategize...
Short Answers To Big Questions: Exploring Atoms In Space
Sex hormones skew outcomes in clinical trials—here’s how
You’ve got science questions — we’ve got answers! Or our astrophysicist, Adam Frank, does. So ask your big...
Clinical research often excludes females from their trials under the assumption that “one size fits all,” that...
Helper molecule reverses degeneration of muscle in mouse model of tissue aging, wasting
Heredity explains African-American paradox, researcher says
Enzymes in the NAD salvage pathway ‘handing off’ molecules to the front runner, representing...
Research from a University of North Texas historian supports the idea that the nation and region of origin of your ancestors...
Study finds Medicaid expansion did not increase emergency department use
Contemporary ECG criteria cuts costs of screening athletes
George Washington University (GW) researchers published a Health Affairs study finding that the
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Active life expectancy varies for older blacks, whites
Researchers develop algorithm to find precise cancer treatments
The social costs related to lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, amount to $395 million from April 2014, when the city switched...
Many types of cancer are caused by gene mutations in the signalling pathways that control cell growth, such as the hedgehog...
Patch of Miami Is Ground Zero for the Zika Virus
Arianna Huffington Is Serious About A Good Night’s Sleep
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“I wish I could go back and tell myself, ‘Arianna, your performance will actually improve if you can commit to...
Video Captures Mom Delivering Her Own Baby At Hospital Entrance
Another Day: You’re Still Not Here
Jessica said she had been to the hospital earlier in the day but returned home, as she wasn’t very dilated and didn’t...
The vital essence that sent shock waves through a room, the loud laugh, the snarky comments, the deep, deep voice that made...
Managing Pain Without Opioids: Why You Should Consider Acupuncture
How To Overcome Cravings And Use Them To Your Advantage
Some people go faint at the sight of needles, while others breathe a sigh of relief knowing that pain relief is on the...
The next time you have a craving, check in with yourself. It is an opportunity to examine what is really going on in your...
D.C.-area hospital closes NICU after deadly bacteria found
What video games, social media may mean for kids’ grades
A hospital near Washington, D.C., has closed its neonatal intensive care unit and is relocating its patients after tests...
A new Australian study suggests that players of online video games do better in school, but those who frequent Facebook or...
Obesity on the rise in adults with a history of cancer
Plastic manufacturing chemical BPS harms egg cells, study suggests
August 9, 2016 — A study at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health showed that obesity was more...
FINDINGS Bisphenol S, a chemical used to manufacture polycarbonate water bottles and many other products such as epoxy...
NASA’s IMERG measures Hurricane Earl’s deadly rainfall in Mexico
UH Cancer Center researchers develop algorithm to find precise cancer treatments
Hurricane Earl began as a tropical wave that was tracked by the National Hurricane Center (NHC) from the African coast to...
Researchers successfully test modified stun gun with heart monitoring capability WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Aug. 9, 2016 – Researchers at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center have successfully tested...
University of Hawai’i Cancer Center researchers developed a computational algorithm to analyze “Big Data”...
UMD researchers develop tool to counter public health IT challenges COLLEGE PARK, Md. – Front-line protection of U.S. communities against disease epidemics relies on seamless information...
Syria talks should not rest on halt in Aleppo fighting: Russia
Four New Zika Virus Cases Reported in Florida Outbreak
By Michelle Nichols UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) – Russia warned on Tuesday that the next round of Syria peace talks should...
Four new Zika infections acquired locally through mosquitoes have been reported in northern Miami, Florida Gov. Rick Scott...
Grief, anger after 74 Pakistanis killed in hospital bomb
Valeant looks to sell billions in assets to cut debt, stock soars
By Asad Hashim QUETTA, Pakistan (Reuters) – Pakistani mourners flocked to funerals on Tuesday for 74 victims, most...
By Rod Nickel and Caroline Humer (Reuters) – Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc VRX.N VRX.TO will sell billions...
Fertility Rates Drop to Lowest Level Measured in the US, Says the CDC
Clinton urges emergency action on Zika in Florida
Fertility rates in America –- the number of babies born per woman between ages of 15 and 44 -– are
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Florida says 4 new locally transmitted Zika cases, Congress must act on funds
Michael Phelps’ purple blotches spotlight ‘cupping’ trend
Florida has four new cases of people likely infected with Zika through mosquito bites in Miami, Governor Rick Scott said...
NEW YORK It wasn’t just Michael Phelps’ big win on Sunday that had people talking about the U.S. swimming...
Thousands of women took Sanofi epilepsy drug despite risk to fetuses: media
Clinton urges Congress to reconvene, pass Zika bill
PARIS More than 10,000 pregnant women in France took Sanofi’s anti-epilepsy drug Depakine between 2007 and 2014...
MIAMI U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton said at a campaign stop in Miami on Tuesday that she thinks...
Florida says four new locally transmitted Zika cases, Congress must act on funds
Thousands of women took Sanofi epilepsy drug despite risk to fetuses: media
Florida has four new cases of people likely infected with Zika through mosquito bites in Miami, Governor Rick Scott said...
PARIS – More than 10,000 pregnant women in France took Sanofi’s anti-epilepsy drug Depakine between 2007 and 2014...
Florida says 4 new locally transmitted Zika cases, Congress must act on funds
Scientists improve potential weapon to fight against autoimmune disorders
Florida has four new cases of people likely infected with Zika through mosquito bites in Miami, Governor Rick Scott said...
With a trick of engineering, scientists at the Gladstone Institutes improved a potential weapon against inflammation and...
Research finds differences in breast milk of women who gave birth to preterm infants
Research findings could provide framework for understanding fertilization mechanism
About 7 percent of all Danish children are born prematurely. This is of significant im-portance not only to the child’s...
A Japanese research group has determined the crystal structure of the JUNO protein, an egg surface protein essential for...
Scientists link malfunctioning molecular pathways to specific heart abnormalities in SCA
Cerebral protection device reduces brain lesions after TAVI in patients with severe aortic stenosis
Patients with sickle cell anemia (SCA) develop heart complications and nearly a quarter die a sudden death. Now, researchers...
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Commonly-used stroke prevention drug may not control blood clotting over long term
Laurel Cohen dies 10 WEEKS after giving birth because the pregnancy masked the cancer
Warfarin prescribed to prevent strokes in atrial fibrillation may not adequately control blood clotting over the long-term,...
A first-time mother died just ten weeks after giving birth to her daughter after her pregnancy masked the symptoms of bowel...
Could dogs reveal why men are becoming less fertile? Chemicals in the environment are even damaging canine sperm
Painkillers work differently in men and women due to hormones and genes
26-year study revealed a decline in quality of dog sperm over 3 decades Chemicals in pet foods are believed to have a detrimental...
Many of us pop a painkiller without a second thought. But now scientists are warning the efficacy of the medication could...
Experts reveals how just TEN minutes of exercise a day can boost your health
Zika death in Texas after her mother traveled to Latin America
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Bright light combined with caffeine can improve driving performance and alertness of chronically sleep deprived young drivers,...
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In the journal, Nature Communications, a team of Danish researchers reports that they have developed a new class of artificial...
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Slowly pulling proteins apart reveals unexpected path to stability
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Warming climate linked to increase in food poisoning from oysters
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Rising global temperatures are clearly linked to increasing waterborne food poisoning, particularly from eating raw oysters,...
Researchers have uncovered how genes identified from genome-wide association studies (GWAS) affect high-density lipoprotein...
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About 7 percent of all Danish children are born prematurely. This is of significant im-portance not only to the child’s...
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A study published online by JAMA Psychiatry of patients in Sweden suggests trigger events, including exposure to violence,...
Researchers ID key drivers of heart complications in sickle cell anemia
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An analysis of a nationally representative sample of U.S. adults reveals that access to healthy foods in a supermarket does...
African American surgical patients benefit in universally insured health system
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Controversy Over Use of Role-Playing to Teach About Slavery
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Poll Finds Americans’ Marijuana Use Rising Sharply
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A new Gallup poll out Monday finds that the percent of American adults who say they currently smoke marijuana has nearly...
It’s still just the first week of the 2016 Rio Olympics and already, some media outlets covering the games are being blasted...
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Winona Ryder Calls Out This Sexist Attitude Toward Mental Health
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August 9, 2016, 10:40 AM|An ancient therapy known as “cupping” has become a craze during the 2016 Olympics. U.S....
August 9, 2016, 10:55 AM|A newborn baby girl died with Zika-related birth defects in Texas after her mother traveled to Latin...
Study finds toxic chemicals in U.S. drinking water
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More than 6 million Americans are drinking water laced with unsafe levels of chemicals linked with cancer and other illnesses,...
The idea that the person you love is betraying your trust and engaging in intimate rendezvous with someone else is emotionally...
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Normally, individual molecules of genetic material repel each other. However, when space is limited DNA molecules must be...
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Research from a University of North Texas historian supports the idea that the nation and region of origin of your ancestors...
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Research findings could lead to development of improved breast cancer drugs Biomedical scientists have revealed the inner workings of a group of proteins that help to switch critical genes on and off...
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A drug originally used to boost the immune system is showing promise as a potential new treatment for lupus, Monash University-led...
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New testing method developed for genetic mutation that causes pulmonary hypertension Pulmonology and genetics experts from Intermountain Medical Center and ARUP Laboratories in Salt...
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HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – The first death related to the Zika virus in Texas was confirmed Tuesday by Houston-area officials,...
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Scientists at the Energy Department’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), in collaboration with researchers...
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People who ate a diet high in nuts and legumes, low-fat dairy, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables and low in red and processed...
NREL assesses strategies needed for light-duty vehicle greenhouse gas reduction
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The White House wants to cut U.S. greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 80 percent by 2050, but the goal raises questions about...
Buzzing through space, through our bodies, virtually everywhere, are billions upon billions of neutrinos. Behind only photons...
Ivory Coast consumer inflation falls to 0.4 pct yr/yr in July
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By Mehreen Zahra-Malik and Gul Yusufzai ISLAMABAD/QUETTA, Pakistan (Reuters) – Pakistani lawyers staged a nationwide...
Future of drug pricing: paying for benefits, not per pill
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The force of a man’s bite at age 70 may be a marker of his longevity, says a study in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation. The...
Stony Brook University ships medical samples via drones in Madagascar
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Force of bite may predict a person’s longevity
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A Missouri woman who recently gave birth is hitting back at a stranger who shamed her for showing stretch marks at her local...
Mediterranean diet may help maintain brain health
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Elderly people who follow a Mediterranean-style diet may benefit from better brain health and a lower risk for cognitive...
A husband and wife died within 20 minutes of one another side-by-side in a South Dakota nursing home after 63 years of marriage. KSFY-TV...
Cayman Islands reports first locally transmitted Zika case: government
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Mesoblast Ltd on Monday said its experimental stem-cell treatment led to significant improvements of symptoms and disease...
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Elderly people who follow a Mediterranean-style diet may benefit from better brain health and a lower risk for cognitive...
The number of U.S. women who die during or soon after pregnancy may be higher than previously thought — and it’s...
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Overweight and obese women who eat a Westernstyle diet may develop more dense breast tissue, possibly increasing their risk...
Could suppression of Gαq/11 signaling be a promising target for treating bone loss?
Rising water temperatures and acidification affect important plankton organism
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Ocean acidification, rising temperatures, eutrophication and loss of oxygen: Life in the oceans has to cope with a variety...
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Wherever ecosystems rich in species develop on the rocky shores of the Baltic Sea, the bladder wrack Fucus vesiculosus has...
The National Institute on Drug Abuse of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has made a fiveyear grant totaling $11,714,623...
New findings and research methods leading to elucidation of fertilization mechanism
Economic crisis linked to cancer mortality increase? An interview with Dr Mahiben Maruthappu
A Japanese research group has determined the crystal structure of the JUNO protein, an egg surface protein essential for...
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Financial difficulties increase risk of mental health conditions among university students
UA experts offer advice on choosing right pair of sunglasses
Experiencing financial difficulties and worrying about debt at university increases the risk of mental health conditions...
Penn study shows synchronized refill
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new type of neuron in mouse retina In the retina of mice, a new type of neuron that falls outside century-old classifications has been discovered. Neurons are...
‘I gave my mum a NIPPLE for her birthday’: Tattoo artist draws life-like design on her mother after she beat breast cancer
Outrage as patients who may have cancer will NOT be referred to hospital ‘unless it’s urgent’ under new cashsaving plan
Some daughters give their mothers flowers on their birthdays, others take them to a spa. But Lisa Nutter received a much...
St Helen’s Clinical Commissioning Group is facing a £12.5m funding gap Has proposed banning nonurgent referrals...
Typical lunches contain up to FIVE times the recommended daily amount of sugar
Study finds enzyme "cannibalizes" itself to perform an essential reaction
Packed lunches containing biscuits, crisps and sugary drinks are fuelling the childhood obesity crisis. The largest study...
WATCH: Lessons In Wound Healing From Our Favorite Fly i The underwater construction skills of the caddis fly larva have caught the interest of bioengineers. The...
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Parental guidance Jamie Oliver and his wife Jools announced the birth of their fifth child over social media. But along with the pictures of...
Measures to tackle Leeds transgender clinic waits
Confusion over paracetamol dosing rules for children
Measures aimed at cutting the time transgender people have to wait for a consultation at an NHS gender identity clinic (GIC)...
Parents have been inadvertently giving their children higher doses of paracetamol than recommended. BBC Radio 4’s...
Diet drinks study to tackle obesity
Scientists uncover clues to prevent disease pandemics
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Light and caffeine improve driver alertness QUT road safety researcher Dr Shamsi Shekari. Credit: Queensland University...
Palliative care barriers must be addressed for heart/stroke patients A new policy statement on palliative care, issued today by the American Heart Association, highlights how critical this...
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Financial worries linked to mental health issues among university students Experiencing financial difficulties and worrying about debt at university increases the risk of mental health conditions...
Differences in brain activity between people who dream and people who do not dream When you sleep, your brain is busy storing and consolidating things you learned that day, stuff you’ll need in your...
Do mobile phones give you brain cancer?
Are cellular lipids the missing link between a faulty gene and dystonia?
Time to hang up? Credit: Shutterstock It is a question any mobile phone user would be keen...
Researchers at VIB-KU Leuven have managed to get a clearer view on the roots of dystonia, a neurological disorder that causes...
10 Tips For Staying Positive In The Midst Of Negative News Cycles
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When we first meet Stone, we also meet his skin condition. He wears sandals to let his feet “air out” on the advice of...
Behind the ancient "cupping" treatment
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August 9, 2016, 8:16 AM|An ancient healing art is leaving its mark on the Rio Olympics. When swimmer Michael Phelps led Team...
For the first time, researchers at Washington State University have created an injectable compound or “probe”...
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UNH researchers uncover new insights on Great Lakes monuments
Researchers flag hundreds of new genes that could contribute to autism
DURHAM, N.H. – Merging an innovative modeling technique with old-fashioned sleuthing, researchers from the University...
Investigators eager to uncover the genetic basis of autism could now have hundreds of promising new leads thanks to a study...
Promising new treatment for lupus on the horizon
Unsafe levels of toxic chemicals found in drinking water for 6 million Americans
A drug originally used to boost the immune system is showing promise as a potential new treatment for lupus, Monash University-led...
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U.N. urges Aleppo ceasefire to repair water system, stem outbreaks GENEVA (Reuters) – The United Nations on Tuesday called for an urgent humanitarian ceasefire in the Syrian city of...
Boston, MA – Levels of a widely used class of industrial chemicals linked with cancer and other health problems–polyfluoroalkyl...
Valeant says to reorganize; maintains full-year forecast (Reuters) – Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc said on Tuesday it would reorganize, and stood by its full-year...
The best home remedies for sunburn Despite an abundance of advice to use sunblock, sometimes sunburn happens. One expert, Susan Chon, associate professor of...
Florida ranks highest on worst state to have a baby list
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A 6-year-old boy with leukemia saw his young dreams come true when he was able to join the California Highway Patrol for...
Women feeling more confident about their bodies, analysis suggests
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As communities nationwide battle a growing opioid and heroin use epidemic, researchers and public health officials are scrambling...
Shareholders press Yum for stricter antibiotics policy
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Sexual fantasies can improve a relationship, studies find
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Marine veteran Joyce Ralph sometimes stays at home in Massachusetts instead of going for a bike ride...
Florida ranks highest on worst state to have a baby list
Boy with leukemia joins California Highway Patrol for a day
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Cool temperatures, few mosquitoes make Games Zika free, so far
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Scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) now have a high-resolution view of exactly how the experimental therapy...
Antiepileptic drugs for reducing seizures may induce psychotic disorders, study shows
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be used to help save lives in the event of a nuclear disaster...
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Is YOUR child’s lunchbox making them obese? Typical lunches contain up to FIVE times the recommended daily amount of sugar The Children’s Food Trust looked at top foods eaten by under-16s last year Found treats such as biscuits, chocolate...
Mental toughness and focus help athletes prepare for medals and life’s stresses The brain training exercises Olympic athletes go through to prepare can be applied to the rest of us, a Canadian gold medallist...
Most children are vaccinated against measles as babies and at 3 years old Some children missed their vaccination and might...
Researchers Study Effects Of Social Media On Young Minds Teens showed an image that was deemed to have lots of “likes” tended to also like the image. Seeing popular pictures...
The health risks of doping The social costs related to lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan, amount to $395 million from April 2014, when the city switched...
Minorities Suffer From Unequal Pain Treatment
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Volunteering in middle age and senior years linked to enhanced mental health
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Researchers Find Brain’s ‘Physics Engine’Predicts how world behaves; among ‘most important aspects...
Study identifies novel treatment resistance mechanism in BRAF-mutant melanoma
Researchers propose new treatment to prevent kidney stones
A Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) research team has identified an additional mechanism for resistance to targeted treatment...
Researchers have found evidence that a natural fruit extract is capable of dissolving calcium oxalate crystals, the most...
1400 km of optical fiber connect optical clocks in France and Germany
New study shows breast tumors evolve in response to hormone therapy
In the past few years, optical atomic clocks have made spectacular progress, becoming 100 times more precise than the best...
Many breast tumors grow in response to female hormones, especially estrogen. Drugs that reduce estrogen levels in the body...
Valeant’s quarterly revenue falls 11 percent
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LONDON (Reuters) – Britain’s cost-effectiveness agency NICE has recommended use of a virusbased melanoma drug...
App tailors wellness content to your habits
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Save the blues for winter – there’s nothing sad about bright sunshine, longer days, and beachfriendly temperatures....
Record new HIV cases in Philippines prompt call for action
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JAKARTA (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – The Philippines has posted a record number of new HIV infections, prompting...
GEORGE TOWN The first locally contracted case of the Zika virus has been confirmed in the Cayman Islands, the Caribbean...
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5 foods for a feel-good summer Save the blues for winter – there’s nothing sad about bright sunshine, longer days, and beachfriendly temperatures....
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Study shows rapid decline in male dog fertility, with potential environmental causes
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A study led by researchers at The University of Nottingham has discovered that the fertility of dogs may have suffered a...
A UTA researcher is developing computing tools that will employ multiple methods of accessing and analyzing very large, complex...
Sharing of patients’ stem cells could boost bipolar disorder research
Text message program improves diabetes risk behaviors among people in India
Stem cells from patients with bipolar disorder are being made available to scientists around the world to boost research...
A study that sent twice-weekly text messages to a million people in India advising them to exercise, eat less fat, and eat...
Working or volunteering could decrease chances of physical disability in elders
New report estimates burden of cancer in Ontario from environmental carcinogens
Working or volunteering can reduce the chances of chronic health conditions leading to physical disability in older Americans,...
Between 3,540 and 6,510 new cancer cases in Ontario each year result from environmental factors, says a new report from Cancer...
Study finds racial-ethnic disparities in emergency department opioid prescription for pain-related conditions
Three sisters reveal they are all expecting in pregnancy announcement
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After flossing is declared pointless, dentists reveal the dos and don’ts of oral hygiene
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Seven o’clock, that’s meant to be the rule. Often it’s 6.30pm, sometimes even 6pm, but never, I like to think, earlier. That...
Study finds that cardinals may be shielding Atlanta residents from West Nile virus
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A bird species that does a poor job spreading West Nile virus (WNV) but is particularly likely to get mosquito bites may...
In a small hospital in Tuscany, doctors identified the apparent source of the problem: a pericardial effusion, or a buildup...
Public Health: Obamacare Appears to Be Making People Healthier
Higher ICU usage led to increased invasive procedures and costs
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ICU use associated with more invasive procedures, higher costs
Medicaid expansion under ACA linked with better health care for low-income adults
A study of four common medical conditions suggests hospitals that used intensive care units (ICUs) more frequently were more...
Boston, MA – Two years after Medicaid coverage was expanded under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in their states, low-income...
Stem cells of worms and humans more similar than expected
‘Yin and yang’ switch lies at the heart of animal stem cells
The transient form of genetic information, the RNA, is processed in a similar manner in the cells of both organisms. These...
A molecular switch that flips between different versions of genes could be crucial for maintaining stem cells across all...
HIV is not a super-spreader of drug-
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While the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) pandemic fuels tuberculosis (TB) outbreaks, it does not drive the development...
SHANGHAI (Reuters) – China plans to spend a total of 430 billion yuan ($65 billion) on around 4,800 separate projects...
How to protect your hair from sun, chlorine and salt water
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Sun. Chlorine. Salt water. The best parts of summer can leave our hair a complete mess come Labor Day. Our locks take a beating...
Woman dies after riding sick horse A 71-year-old woman is dead after—in a rare occurrence—she was infected by a sick horse in Washington state, Live Science...
Study reveals needle biopsy hormone receptor testing for DCIS wastes millions For patients with the most common type of noninvasive breast cancer, routine testing for estrogen and progesterone receptors...
Wistar scientists discover novel mechanism that helps tumors adapt to hypoxia One of the many reasons tumors are so difficult to treat is that they are able to adapt whenever they are exposed to unfavorable...
TOKYO Japan’s Eisai Co said on Tuesday the U.S. Food and Drug Administration had confirmed that there was sufficient...
How to protect your hair from sun, chlorine and salt water Sun. Chlorine. Salt water. The best parts of summer can leave our hair a complete mess come Labor Day. Our locks take a beating...
Researchers develop model to predict mortality risk for celiac disease patients An international research team led by Mayo Clinic has developed a first-of-its-kind model to predict mortality in patients...
Scientists unravel effect of prion proteins on the nerves Ever since the prion gene was discovered in 1985, its role and biological impact on the neurons has remained a mystery. “Finally,...
Geographers use GIS mapping technique to identify socially, medically vulnerable older adults
New laboratory model replicates early phase of Parkinson’s before onset of motor symptoms
With a growing aging population in South Florida, a University of Miami geographer who specializes in public health teamed...
They’re two of the biggest mysteries in Parkinson’s disease research–where does the disease start? And...
Brazilian butt lift
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On Saturday Ivo Pitanguy, the world-renowned Brazilian plastic surgeon and pioneer of the “Brazilian butt lift”...
Retailers caught selling e-cigarettes to under-18s Almost 40% of sellers targeted in an operation by Trading Standards in England were caught illegally allowing under-18s...
Alternative insurance expansions under ACA linked to better access, use of care Two different approaches to insurance expansion under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) were associated with increased outpatient...
Texting 1 million people in India improves diabetes prevention About 40 percent more people improved their health behaviors as a result of texts Texting increased fruit and vegetable...
A £6.6m extension to a Swansea hospital’s cardiac intensive care unit opens on Tuesday. Work has been ongoing at...
Scientists pinpoint Ebola’s weak spots The Scripps Research team succeeded in showing how experimental therapy ZMapp targets the Ebola...
Could thiamine-fortified fish sauce help fight infant beriberi in Southeast Asia? Beriberi in infants is a public health concern with reports in parts of Southeast Asia. Caused by thiamine (B1) deficiency,...
CNIO researchers have discovered a mechanism that allows cancer to survive without glucose The main goal of a tumour cell is, above all, to survive, even at the cost of damaging the health of the organism to which...
Navigating the human genome with Sequins
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Australian genomics researchers have announced
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where an object is. But could they make you believe that you saw a non-existent...
Bangladeshi boy with ‘old man’ illness baffles doctors
AstraZeneca drug selumetinib fails in lung cancer study
Dhaka (AFP) – A four-year-old Bangladeshi boy suffering from a mysterious illness that makes him look like an old man...
LONDON AstraZeneca’s cancer drug pipeline suffered a setback on Tuesday when the experimental drug selumetinib failed...
Temporary tattoo tells you when you’re drunk
Army medicine opens the door for vision prosthetic prototypes
These days there are plenty of options for those who want to test their (or a friend’s) blood alcohol content before...
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CTCA at Western begins clinical trial for novel antibody to treat patients with advanced tumors
Researchers identify biophysical markers that may help improve treatments for sickle cell disease
Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) at Western Regional Medical Center (Western) has dosed its first three patients...
An interdisciplinary, international group of researchers has found new biophysical markers that could help improve the understanding...
Report reveals staggering cost of undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea in the U.S.
Scientist receives $1.7 million grant to study how early life toxic exposures predispose to diabetes
Today the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) released a new analysis, titled “Hidden health crisis costing America...
Some studies indicate that early life exposure to pollutants such as PCBs and phthalates can predispose people to disease....
Researcher receives grant to study how changes in gut bacteria could lead to obesity-related disorders
Healthy adults who regularly exercise may be misdiagnosed with heart disease, study shows
Andrew Gewirtz, a professor in the Institute for Biomedical Sciences at Georgia State University, has received a four-year,...
Scientists have shown that people who exercise for even a few hours each week can enlarge their hearts. This is a normal...
Losing Hurts (In Surprising Ways)
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During the Olympics we will hear a lot about the winners. But the reality is most athletes at the games come home without...
I reassessed my snacking habits. I’ve always been a big snacker — I am head over heels in love with food. However,...
This Is Exactly How You Should Adjust Your Sleep Schedule If You Know It Will Be Changing
K computer and high-tech weather radar come together to predict sudden torrential rains
Eager school-bound children aren’t the only ones who may need to reset their sleep schedules throughout the year. Many...
Today, supercomputer-based weather predictions are typically done with simulations that use grids spaced at least one kilometer...
New drugs hope to fight neglected tropical diseases
A single compound could treat 3 parasitic diseases
Scientists say they are a step closer to providing effective treatments for three “neglected” diseases after...
Scientists have identified a compound that can kill the parasites responsible for three neglected diseases: Chagas disease,...
Liquid light switch could enable more powerful electronics
Economic burden of undiagnosed sleep apnea in US is nearly $150 billion per year
Researchers have built a miniature electro-optical switch which can change the spin — or angular momentum —...
DARIEN, IL – Today the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) released a new analysis, titled “Hidden health...
Cascade of events leading to prion disease described
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China drafts new rules to curb mining pollution
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Seven o’clock, that’s meant to be the rule. Often it’s 6.30pm, sometimes even 6pm, but never, I like to think, earlier. That...
Mother is one of the 1% whose depression is triggered by spring
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We’re told breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and for none more so than for Olympic athletes — if they...
Pokemon Go health benefits monitored using NHS technology
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Even if you’re a staunch technophobe, chances are you’ve heard of Pokemon Go — the popular game where players hunt...
Around July 4, a patient entered an emergency room in Miami-Dade County with a fever, a rash and joint pain — three of...
Scientific serendipity yields new neuron type in mouse retina
New chili pathogens discovered in Australia
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Beneficial role clarified for brain protein associated with mad cow disease
Origin of the long body of snakes now discovered
Scientists have clarified details in understanding the beneficial function of a type of protein normally associated with...
For many years, researchers have been trying to understand the origin of the exceptionally long trunks that characterize...
Magma-limestone interaction can trigger explosive volcanic eruptions — and affect the global carbon cycle
Study suggests tiger sharks opt for scavenging on dead and dying sea turtles as a feeding strategy
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MIAMI–An international team that includes University of Miami (UM) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science...
Older Autistic Sibling Hikes Risk for Younger
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IMAGE: Dr. Elizabeth McCarthy, who carried out the work as part of her Ph.D. at QMUL but who is now at University...
Rare ‘MoMo’ twins sharing a placenta and amniotic sac will be delivered next week
The Real Marigold Hotel star Jan Leeming takes our health quiz
Selina Curtis thought she would never have a baby after son was stillborn In April became pregnant with monochorionic and...
New case of Zika virus diagnosed in Palm Beach County sparks fears it has escaped Miami WHAT IS ZIKA? The Zika (ZEE’-ka) virus was first discovered in monkey in Uganda in 1947 – its name comes from...
CAN YOU RUN UP THE STAIRS? Yes. But I don’t much like exercising. I’d never join a gym, but I walk and am generally...
Australia is paradise for junior doctors so why am I coming home to the NHS? A year ago, I did what many junior doctors have talked about doing recently — I packed my bags and moved to Australia. I...
If you’re feeling tired and forgetful your Vitamin B levels could be to blame…
MAGNETS could replace gastric band surgery
Samantha Nash used to have seemingly endless supplies of energy. As well as working as a community midwife, the mother...
Today, more than 8% of adults over 18 are affected by diabetes worldwide A new treatment uses magnets to reduce the first...
A Study Takes The Globe’s Blood Pressure And Finds A Dramatic Rise
One drug is ‘new hope’ for three killer infections
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One drug can treat three deadly and neglected infections – Chagas disease, leishmaniasis and
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Maternal high-fat diet during pregnancy can affect baby’s gut microbes
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For the latest research “The main takeaway is there’s no evidence of an increased subsequent risk of breast cancer,...
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“The joy of being over 60 is that a person has the experience and wisdom to deal with the realities of a crisis with...
Hi-tech test to find elusive sawfish
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Researchers from James Cook University and Charles Darwin University are using the cuttingedge eDNA (environmental DNA)...
Making a solar energy conversion breakthrough with help from a ferroelectrics pioneer IMAGE: This is an artist’s concept of opticallygenerated non-thermalized electrons and their collection in...
Transmitting energy in soft materials Soft materials are great at damping energy — that’s why rubber tires are so good at absorbing the shock of bumps...
Scientists in their preliminary findings suggest signs of life from under Mars’ surface may not survive in rocks excavated...
Lithium-ion batteries: Capacity might be increased by 6 times IMAGE: Lithium ions migrate through the electrolyte (yellow) into the layer of crystalline silicon (c-Si). During...
Smarter self-assembly opens new pathways for nanotechnology IMAGE: Brookhaven National Laboratory Center for Functional Nanomaterials researchers Gwen Wright and Aaron Stein...
California Girl Raises Thousands for Homeless Neighbors With Lemonade Stand
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A preteen from California has already dedicated half of her life to helping the homeless in her area, raising thousands of...
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Has Zika escaped Miami? New case of local transmission diagnosed in Palm Beach County, officials reveal
Australia is paradise for junior doctors like me
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A year ago, I did what many junior doctors have talked about doing recently — I packed my bags and moved to Australia. I...
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Samantha Nash used to have seemingly endless supplies of energy. As well as working as a community midwife, the mother...
Gallup poll shows 13% of Americans smoke weed now, up from 7% in 2013 43% of US citizens have tried the drug, up from 38%...
How a tiny harpoon can replace open heart surgery to mend a leaky valve
FDA approves first generic version of tamiflu
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Teens showing signs of ‘text neck’
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After trying countless exercise and weight-loss programs, Sherry Vukman tried a new strategy to shed some pounds –...
4 Lesbians Sue Over New Jersey Rules on Fertility Treatment
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Here’s How Absurd It Is To Tell Moms To Breastfeed In The Bathroom
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A comedy group is defending a mother’s right to breastfeed in public with a dash of humor and bit of role reversal. Grizzlements,...
”Had I seen more images of [moms breastfeeding in public] years ago, I might have felt more comfortable with it myself,”...
9 Signs You’re In A Relationship With A Raging Narcissist
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3) Your partner has trouble supporting you emotionally during small, everyday situations that upset you, but when terrible...
Researchers at the University of Western Sydney’s Centre for Complementary Medicine Research found in 2012 that cupping,...
Study links rising temperatures to increase in waterborne illnesses
Locally transmitted Zika cases up to 17 in Florida
WASHINGTON D.C. — A new study clearly connects rising temperatures to increases in waterborne food-poisonings and other...
August 8, 2016, 6:33 PM|A Miami neighborhood is a ghost town after 17 non-travel related Zika cases have been diagnosed there....
Prototype chip could help make quantum computing practical
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Quantum computers are largely hypothetical devices that could perform some calculations much more rapidly than conventional...
Becoming a volunteer later on in life can result in good mental health and wellbeing, according to researchers from the University...
In sync: Simultaneous prescription refills boosts medication adherence, Penn study shows
NOvA shines new light on how neutrinos behave
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Some psychotic disorders may be induced by drugs designed to combat effects of epilepsy Today Brain publishes a new study indicating that antiepileptic drugs designed to reduce seizures, may also induce psychotic...
Florida probes new Zika case outside Miami
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(Reuters) – Mesoblast Ltd on Monday said its experimental stem-cell treatment led to significant improvements of symptoms...
Mediterranean diet may help maintain brain health
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Mesoblast Ltd on Monday said its experimental stem-cell treatment led to significant improvements of symptoms and disease...
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Family of 5-year-old California girl ‘locked’ in her body remain optimistic for cure
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Patients say they’d prefer to DIE than to be left confused and bedridden by dementia
Why too little or too much sleep is bad for you: Both can increase the risk of a stroke
A quarter of participants said being housebound was worse than death More than half claimed living in a nursing home was...
Sleep disorders like insomnia and sleep apnoea are related to stroke risk They also hamper a person’s ability to recover...
Why taking photos makes things MORE fun: Capturing moments on film helps us to ‘become immersed in the experience’
The boy who ONLY ate sausages and beans is cured thanks to hypnotherapy
Taking photographs focuses our attention rather than being a distraction Photographers found to spend more time looking...
5 Habits of Couples Who Don’t Get Jealous This article was written by Amy Schlinger and provided by our partners at Prevention. If you’re constantly worried...
This Is Why People Born in the ’90s Are Having Less Sex Sign up for Women’s Health’s new newsletter, So This Happened, to get the day’s trending stories and health...
A surplus with consequences As its concentration increases, the protein Myc activates an increasing number of genes in cells....
A boy who has eaten nothing but tinned sausage and beans for his whole life has finally been cured of his bizarre eating...
My Boyfriend Pays Most of Our Bills, but That Doesn’t Make Me Any Less of a Feminist From first semester freshman year to our last formal–thanks for making the best four years even better. Loved doing...
Ultrastrong, ultrafast and local—water induces electric fields at the surface of DNA In a biological system, the ratio of water-to-nonwater molecules, known as the hydration level, influences both the arrangement...
Mo’ Money, Mo’ Bug Problems: Wealthier Homes Are Rich In Insects, Too i Garden centipede (Lithobius forficatus), Lithobiidae, German cockroach (Blattela germanica), Blatellidae,...
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NIH Plans To Lift Ban On Research Funds For Part-Human, Part-Animal Embryos i Pablo Ross of the University of California, Davis, inserts human stem cells into a pig embryo as part...
State of rare disease management in Southeast Asia Funding Funding in rare diseases is central to the discussion of rare disease management and reaches across key stakeholders,...
MicroRNA-mRNA regulatory networking fine-tunes the porcine muscle fiber type, muscular mitochondrial respiratory and metabolic enzyme activities Roles of the differentially expressed miRNAs and their target genes in divergent muscle characteristics To understand the...
Determinants of a successful problem list to support the implementation of the problem-oriented medical record according to recent literature • If all patient information is related to problems and the problem list is often updated it allows for an evaluation of...
A cross-sectional, facility based study of comorbid non-communicable diseases among adults living with HIV infection in Zimbabwe The study set out to describe the prevalence of comorbidity and multi-morbidity in a population of adults living with HIV...
Social capital and refraining from medical care among elderly people in Japan The purpose of this paper was to examine the effect of social capital, trust, and norms of reciprocity in the community,...
Scientists trek to Everest to unlock mysteries of the brain
Four tips for preventing food allergies in school
Scientists, like Buddhist monks and Zen masters, have known for years that meditation can reduce anxiety, but not how. Scientists...
Credit: UC Davis Most parents send their children off to begin a new...
Blocking the migration of cancer cells to destroy them
Staphylococci trigger blood poisoning via lipopeptides, scientists find
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Superantigens, the toxins produced by staphylococcus bacteria, are more complex than previously believed, reveals a team...
Specialist mental health services do work—but they come at a price, study finds
AGA establishes NIH-funded registry to track fecal microbiota transplants
Credit: University of Nottingham A specialist service offering a tailored...
Alcohol abuse drug can be repurposed to treat a blinding disorder New research from University College London, Moorfields Eye Hospital and Duke University School of Medicine has identified...
Today, the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) announced that it has received funding from the National Institute...
Research team discovers two biomarkers that contribute to spine osteoarthritis A research team at the Krembil Research Institute has discovered a pair of tissue biomarkers that directly contribute to...
Age Is No Barrier For These 5 Inspiring ‘Old’ Olympians In Rio
When Caregivers Are Honest, It Makes Folks VERY Uncomfortable
Turning to gymnastics, Oksana Chusovitina is about to make history as the oldest woman gymnast to compete in the Olympics...
A weakened version of the man I married was discharged a few weeks ago after a month in the hospital. My husband now gets...
10 Reasons Hearing Aids Are NOT Like Glasses
The Harmful Lie We Tell Ourselves About Our Health
Do your friends and family ever wonder why you don’t hear better with your hearing aids? Mine sometimes do, which can...
The reality is that upsetting things like illnesses happen to everyone. As Myss points out, it has nothing to do with what...
Here’s What Happens When You Work Out With An Olympian
As Florida’s Zika battle escalates, money to fight virus running out
If you’re going to work out with an Olympian, it’s crucial to pick the right sport. Swimming’s out (Who wants to stand...
WYNWOOD, Fla. — An aerial attack on aedes aegypti mosquitoes carrying the Zika virus began Thursday morning in south...
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Florida launches air assault against Zika mosquitoes
Schizophrenia simulator: When chemistry upends sanity’s balance
August 4, 2016, 7:16 AM|An aerial attack on mosquitoes carrying the Zika virus began early Thursday in south Florida. The...
It’s called mental imbalance for a reason. Sanity hangs, in part, in the gentle balance of chemicals strung together...
Researchers identify part of the brain that compensates for hearing loss in older adults
Biomimicry is a promising approach for driving innovation, study finds
IMAGE: Researchers have pinpointed the specific part of the brain that older adults rely on to differentiate speech...
A case study, “Biomimicry: Streamlining the Front End of Innovation for Environmentally Sustainable Products,”...
South Sudan security forces killed, raped civilians -UN
New study finds obese individuals have brains ‘ten years older’ at middle-age
reydeicuori: A Short History of Democrats, Republicans, and Racism The following are a few basic historical facts that every...
reydeicuori: A Short History of Democrats, Republicans, and Racism The following are a few basic historical facts that every...
US health researchers launch Zika vaccine clinical trial
Donald Trump’s draft deferment: What are heel spurs?
WASHINGTON – U.S. government researchers said on Wednesday they have begun their first clinical trial of a Zika vaccine...
Donald Trump received a draft deferment during the Vietnam War because a doctor diagnosed him with bone spurs in his heels, The...
Heavier, not taller: How American bodies have changed
Consumer advocates wary of digitally coded food labels
There’s no denying that Americans weigh more today than they did 20 years ago, but a new report shows exactly how much...
If nutrition labels require a smartphone app to unlock, will consumers read them? That is the debate dividing healthy-food...
Sickle cell trait may not increase risk of premature death, study finds
Elders with negative attitude about aging may be less resilient to stress
Black men and women with a sickle cell trait don’t see any more of an increased risk of death than those without the trait...
Older adults with a positive attitude about aging may be more resilient to stress, according to a new study. “Previous...
Cuba reports two cases of Zika contracted locally
US health researchers launch Zika vaccine clinical trial
HAVANA – Cuba reported on Wednesday two new cases of residents contracting the mosquito-borne Zika virus locally, in...
WASHINGTON – U.S. government researchers said on Wednesday they have begun their first clinical trial of a Zika vaccine...
Sickle cell trait may not increase risk of premature death, study finds
Pregnant in Miami: Zika’s arrival adds new anxieties
Black men and women with a sickle cell trait don’t see any more of an increased risk of death than those without the trait...
Since Florida officials declared that the Zika virus is circulating in the state, Miami-area resident Karla Maguire has avoided...
The boy who ONLY ate sausages and beans: 11-year-old who was terrified of all other food is cured thanks to hypnotherapy
Why cranberries really ARE superfoods Cranberries are a rich source of antioxidants which fight chronic diseases Now scientists at Tuffs University, Boston, say...
A boy who has eaten nothing but tinned sausage and beans for his whole life has finally been cured of his bizarre eating...
Mother whose baby was given just 24 hours to live faces a desperate battle to raise £50,000 for life-saving treatment in the US
Woman who ballooned to 16 stone eating 4,500 calories A DAY on allinclusive holidays slims to a size 8 after being told she was ‘too fat’ for IVF
Lydia Germon defied all medical expectations to reach seven months She was diagnosed with Dandy-Walker while her mother...
A woman has revealed how she dropped from a size 20 to a tiny size eight after her weight ballooned drastically thanks to...
The secret to a long life? Reading a good book: Those who enjoy novels live for 2 years longer
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Study split people into groups depending on how long they spent reading Book readers live an average of 2 years longer than...
caused her waters to break
NIH Reviews Moratorium On Funding Controversial Chimera Research
Expression of matrix metalloproteinase 2 (MMP-2), E-cadherin and Ki-67 in metastatic and non-metastatic canine mammary carcinomas
The National Institutes of Health is deciding whether to consider funding controversial experiments...
A pregnant woman exasperated at being a month overdue said she finally triggered labour by playing Pokémon GO. Amber Wilde,...
The material for the study was sampled during surgery from 32 female dogs of various breeds, 8 to 14 years old. The tumours...
Interprofessional and interdisciplinary simulation-based training leads to safe sedation procedures in the emergency department
Have adults lost their sense of play? An observational study of the social dynamics of physical (in)activity in German and Hawaiian leisure settings
Structure and content of the training course The first step of the education concept is independent study of a hand-out...
This study aimed to investigate the impact of group based behaviours on the physical activity or inactivity of individuals...
The impact of a simulated intervention on attitudes of undergraduate nursing and medical students towards end of life care provision
“Did you ever drink more?” A detailed description of pregnant women’s drinking patterns
Received: 9 February 2016 Accepted: 27 July 2016 Published: 2 August 2016
This large population-based cohort of over 1500 women recruited in early pregnancy has provided data on the prevalence of...
Zika outbreak: ‘Small number’ of cases found in Scotland
Human-Neanderthal gene variance is involved in autism
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The reconstruction of a head of a Neanderthal man, at left, and a Neanderthal skull. One gene...
Sports coaches need to be educated about concussion to keep players safe on the field
Back pain link to 24-hour body clock revealed
Research found that community coaches were unclear about the common signs and symptoms of concussion....
Study finds massage helps treat generalized anxiety disorder (Medical Xpress) — Massage is purported to have an array of benefits, including alleviating symptoms of depression,...
Superstition can affect eye tests People having eye examinations may be affecting the results due to a natural...
Credit: University of Manchester New research by University of Manchester scientists...
Electrocardiography may be useful in the prevention of cardiovascular disease, study suggests Giulio Conte, M.D., of the Heart Rhythm Management Centre, UZ Brussel-VUB, Brussels, Belgium and colleagues investigated...
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Insight into cancer cells’ abnormal behavior
Soaring metabolic rates place sea otter moms at risk
Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer deaths, accounting for about a third of all tumorrelated deaths. Adenocarcinomas,...
The idyllic sight of a sea otter mum with a pup clasped to her chest, basking in the peaceful waters of Monterey Bay suckling...
Sea anemone proteins could repair damaged hearing
Asian giant honeybees may move in synchrony to ventilate nests
Summer is always the best time of year to get a good blasting at a festival or mega-band concert, but how many of us give...
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Towards the T-1000: Liquid metals propel future electronics
Soccer-Menez undergoes surgery following freak ear injury
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Biogen not pursuing a sale: source
These fitness studios let you take a class for free
By Greg Roumeliotis (Reuters) – U.S. biotechnology company Biogen Inc BIIB.O has not received any formal expressions...
The 7 best ways to treat a sunburn Avoiding sunburn should be easy— the key word there being should, of course. Because despite the vast selection of skin-specific...
At least 30 children dead in Myanmar from unknown disease YANGON, Myanmar – At least 30 children have died in northwestern Myanmar since mid-June from an unknown disease that...
If you love to work out, you probably already know that the group fitness scene has been on the rise in recent years. With...
These fitness studios let you take a class for free If you love to work out, you probably already know that the group fitness scene has been on the rise in recent years. With...
Study finds racial, ethnic disparities in utilization rate and health outcomes after TKR surgery Minority populations have lower rates of total knee replacement (TKR) utilization but higher rates of adverse health outcomes...
MIT scientists design new microfluidic device that mimics neuromuscular junction
Clinical trials in children commonly go uncompleted or unpublished, study finds
MIT engineers have developed a microfluidic device that replicates the neuromuscular junction — the vital connection...
Recent legislation is encouraging clinical trials in children, including the Best Pharmaceuticals for Children Act and the...
ISU researchers discover protein that appears to predict memory loss, brain atrophy in Alzheimer’s patients
FEMAIL explains why late-life babies aren’t a good idea
Iowa State University researchers have identified a protein essential for building memories that appears to predict the progression...
The prospect, if I’m honest, sounded rather tantalising. The news last week that scientists have worked out how to ‘reverse’...
NHS cut raft of new treatments after HIV drug High Court ruling
Children lose all fitness gained from school PE lessons during summer
Plans to fund nine life-changing medical treatments have been abandoned by the NHS after it was ordered to provide a controversial...
Children’s lack of activity is blamed on hours spent inside with technology Instead of exercising children are ‘hunched...
Give fat patients £100-an-hour therapy on the NHS doctors are told
Fit men lash out at fat men when they’re hungry new study finds
NICE also urges doctors to send patients for gastric band operations Critics called the plan an ‘absurd’ use...
Study found lean men naturally bias against overweight men When blood sugar levels plummet, this tendency increases But...
Hawaii authorities struggling to control Hep Aand Zika as it spreads through the island
Sorry, You Definitely Still Need to Floss Every Single Day
More than 90 people have contracted Hep A in just over a month Now an airline attendant and a food worker are among the...
We Scored an Inside Look at the Olympic Village in Rio There’s been a lot of talk about, well, basically everything leading up to the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. But one...
RELATED: There Is a Right Way to Floss and You’re Probably Not Doing It Then, in an open letter to the AP, the government...
No Weights? No Prob: These 9 Resistance Band Moves Will Tone You All Over You know how they say never judge a book by its cover? The same goes for workout equpiment. “It doesn’t look like...
Brain’s thirst circuit ‘monitors the mouth’
Cuba says two people apparently contracted Zika inside country
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Florida now has 14 people who likely contracted the Zika virus from mosquitoes in the Miami area, and the state needs emergency...
Three new species identified amongst
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The golden tegu lizard, previously thought to be a single species, may actually comprise four distinct clades, including...
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Stanford-led study challenges view that sickle cell trait increases mortality risk
Surgical stitch linked to stillbirth and preterm birth
Health experts have long believed that sickle cell gene variants, which occur in about 1 in 13 AfricanAmericans, increase...
IMAGE: Infection of the uterus by pathogenic bacteria, such as E. coli, has been associated with adverse pregnancy...
Programmable ions set the stage for general-purpose quantum computers
Lasers melt rocks to reveal development of super-Earths and how giant impacts make magma
Quantum computers promise speedy solutions to some difficult problems, but building large-scale, general-purpose quantum...
Critics say Navy fuel tanks threaten crucial Hawaii aquifer AIEA, Hawaii (AP) — Anthony DeLuze keeps his ancestors’ traditions alive in 21st century Hawaii by growing the staple...
IMAGE: Researchers observed the melting of forsterite, the most common constituent of Earth’s mantle, to understand...
Zika threat lingers in Latin America Rio de Janeiro (AFP) – As the Olympics open this week in Rio de Janeiro, Latin America is still reeling from Zika,...
As Zika fears escalate, lawmakers point fingers from afar
At least 30 children dead in Myanmar from unknown disease
WASHINGTON (AP) — As the Zika virus escalates into a public health crisis, members of Congress remain entrenched politically,...
YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — At least 30 children have died in northwestern Myanmar since midJune from an unknown disease that...
Combinations of FDA-approved drugs may prevent vision loss linked to retinal degeneration
New review finds link between sleep disorders and stroke risk American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
Combinations of Food and Drug Administrationapproved drugs protect against the loss of cells required for vision in a mouse...
New app helps people with dementia stay connected to memories
Some WADA-banned substances may have potential medical applications
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As the world awaits the start of the 2016 Summer Olympics, doping in athletes remains a hot topic. Doping, or the use of...
Research findings may have implications for ALS and other neurological disorders
New tool helps researchers make connections between proteins, genes, drugs and diseases
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease) is a progressive disorder that devastates motor nerve...
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Researchers discover Sandman’s role in sleep control
Global warming, a dead zone and surprising bacteria
Oxford University researchers have discovered what causes a switch to flip in our brains and wake us up. The discovery, published...
In ocean expanses where oxygen has vanished, newly discovered bacteria are diminishing additional life molecules. They help...
Recycling carbon dioxide: U of T researchers reduce climate-warming CO2 to building blocks for fuels
The Lancet Oncology: Immediate aggressive treatment may not be necessary for all adults with advanced kidney cancer
IMAGE: U of T Engineering researchers Min Liu (left), Yuanjie Pang and their team designed a way to efficiently...
Why parents are the new ‘heroes’ in policing young drivers Parents are vital in encouraging their children to obey the road rules and young drivers are keen to
Watch-and-wait approach means some patients could delay taking highly toxic non-curative anticancer drugs that come with...
Rich bugs revealed: Homes in wealthier neighborhoods host a greater diversity of insects IMAGE: A common arthropod scientists encounter
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Cuba says 2 people apparently contracted Zika inside country
The US women’s Olympic gymnastics team’s favorite foods
HAVANA (AP) — Cuba says it has diagnosed the Zika virus in two people who appear to have contracted it inside the country,...
Do you ever wonder what it takes to fuel an Olympic athlete? We already know about Michael Phelps’ famously giant several-thousand-calorie...
The US women’s Olympic gymnastics team’s favorite foods
First next-generation sequencing test for HIV drug resistance could help combat AIDS worldwide
Do you ever wonder what it takes to fuel an Olympic athlete? We already know about Michael Phelps’ famously giant several-thousand-calorie...
UAdeC scientists develop jelly-based shell granada to help lower blood sugar levels The development reduces the excess blood glucose and cheap to produce and easy. To innovate in natural treatments easy access...
Study finds racial, ethnic disparities in utilization rate and health outcomes after total knee replacement Minority populations have lower rates of total knee replacement (TKR) utilization but higher rates of adverse health outcomes...
The use of antiretroviral therapy to treat HIV has skyrocketed over the past decade as part of worldwide efforts to end AIDS...
Research could provide new insights into finding cure for chronic infections New research has taken us a step closer to finding a cure for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), as well as other infections...
Here’s How Professional Surfers Look So Effortlessly Gorgeous Still, Blake used a body double, so she didn’t have to deal with any of the issues that can come with spending practically...
Should You Really Let Your Baby ‘Cry It Out’?
Celebs Are Hitting Up Sweat Lodges for Better Skin—but Does It Work?
via GIPHY Here’s Why It’s So Controversial Moms who think that’s the wrong way to go are not afraid to say so, in...
Shape House in California, which charges $45 for a single sesh, claims that sweating for an hour can make your skin glow....
MASE Astrobiologists study Mars-like environments on Earth
Honey bee colonies fall by nearly 12%
IMAGE: Recently, a team of astrobiologists from the EU funded MASE (Mars Analogues for Space Exploration) project...
The number of honey bee colonies fell by nearly 12% last winter, an international study involving the University of Strathclyde...
The role of N-acetylcysteine in the management of COPD: A review of recent literature
Gene expression profile may ID renal cell carcinoma pts unlikely to benefit from nivolumab
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is one of the leading causes of death of United States and is associated with...
Bottom Line: Renal cell carcinomas positive for the protein PD-L1 from patients who did not respond to treatment with the...
Nearly half of pediatric clinical trials go unfinished or unpublished
Brains of overweight people ‘ten years older’ than lean counterparts at middleage
Recent legislation is encouraging clinical trials in children, including the Best Pharmaceuticals for Children Act and the...
IMAGE: Comparison of grey matter (brown) and white matter (yellow) in sex-matched subjects A (56 years, BMI 19.5)...
Having baby at 62 selfish: Aussie medical chief
Cuba reports two cases of Zika contracted locally
Sydney (AFP) – A woman who gave birth aged 62 after IVF treatment sparked an ethical debate Thursday in Australia with...
HAVANA Cuba reported on Wednesday two new cases of residents contracting the mosquito-borne Zika virus locally, in a setback...
Far from home
Nearly one in four U.S. seniors has some form of disability
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(HealthDay)—A new U.S. government report on aging finds that close to a quarter of Americans over 65...
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Average American 15 pounds heavier than 20 years ago
One in five opioid users also might be abusing seizure drug: study
(HealthDay)—There’s no doubt about it: Americans are getting heavier and heavier. But new U.S....
(HealthDay)—Opioid medication users may be abusing and misusing the seizure and nerve pain drug gabapentin,...
Stressed dads can affect kids’ development
FDA: anti-aging, skin-lightening products may contain mercury
(HealthDay)—When dads are stressed out about parenting, it may take a toll on their toddlers’...
Since time immemorial, older generations have fretted over the sexual habits of young people. In today’s world, however,...
Overweight/obesity up incidence of hand, hip, knee osteoarthritis
Newer treatments can make scars less scary
(HealthDay)—The incidence of hand, hip, and knee osteoarthritis (OA) increases with overweight and...
(HealthDay)—Scars can alter your appearance and remind you of a difficult time, potentially diminishing...
Hitting the highway? Keep safety in mind
Hatching the reward deficiency egg: Neurogenetic and nutrigenomic translational research links
Scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified antibodies capable of protecting against...
Austin, TX – A recent publication in Current Pharmaceutical Design, by Kenneth Blum, PhD and associates entitled: Neuronutrient...
Gentle cancer treatment using nanoparticles works
From happiness on Twitter to DNA organization
IMAGE: The images show PET scans of a mouse with a large tumor (by the white arrow). The tumor is treated with nanoparticles,...
Twitter users who are happy tend to be more connected with other happy users. This is the confirmation of a property of social...
Magnetic atoms arranged in neat rows
Infectious and non-infectious etiologies of cardiovascular disease in human immunodeficiency virus i
Physicists at Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg and the Vienna University of Technology have successfully...
Early snowmelt reduces forests’ atmospheric CO2 uptake, decreases streamflow volume Earlier snowmelt periods associated with a warming climate may hinder subalpine forest regulation of atmospheric carbon dioxide...
Less than fifty percent of HIV-infected patients achieve viral suppression in medically underserved areas. Clinicians practicing...
Administration warns Congress: Zika money running out WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration warned Congress Wednesday that money to fight the Zika virus is on the verge...
Kenya’s traditional midwives in frontline of drive to cut maternal deaths
Olympics-Fans target U.S. keeper Solo with teasing Zika chant
By Anthony Langat KISUMU, Kenya (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – By the time she was three months pregnant, 24-year-old...
By Andrew Downie RIO DE JANEIRO, Aug 3 (Reuters) – United States goalkeeper Hope Solo was the target of some teasing...
Fans target U.S. keeper Solo with teasing Zika chant
New biochip-based blood test detects elevated risk for Alzheimer’s disease
By Andrew Downie RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) – United States goalkeeper Hope Solo was the target of some teasing at the...
“This is the first time that we have used this biochip technology to test for an increased risk of Alzheimer’s...
In Captivating Video, A Bald Eagle Attacks An Osprey Nest
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i Hog Island, Maine, osprey chicks await their parents’ return. Seconds later, an eagle makes off...
Call for supermarket price offers on healthy food
Targeted therapies beneficial in KRASmutated NSCLC
Image copyright PA Supermarkets should concentrate their price promotions...
(HealthDay)—Targeted therapies that do not contain erlotinib can be beneficial for patients with KRAS-mutated...
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Study IDs two novel loci linked to insulin sensitivity
Third dose of MMR vaccine can help control mumps outbreaks
An international team of scientists has identified novel gene locations associated with childhood body mass index (BMI)—an...
An analysis of a recent mumps outbreak in Ontario, Canada, indicates that two doses of mumps vaccine are more effective than...
Prescription drug abuse in Europe is a bigger problem than previously thought
Spending on compounded drugs skyrocketing
International collaborations across the EU are needed to monitor prescription drug abuse, identify its scope and develop...
Since time immemorial, older generations have fretted over the sexual habits of young people. In today’s world, however,...
Opioid-related insurance claims rise 3,000 percent
House dust mite immunotherapy effective for allergic rhinitis
In a national study of hospital emergency department visits for opioid overdoses, 67.8 percent of the overdoses involved...
(HealthDay)—For individuals with asthma and allergic rhinitis with/without conjunctivitis (AR/C), treatment with a Timothy...
Proinflammatory response in women with vaginal mesh
The search for that long awaited balance
(HealthDay)—For women undergoing mesh-based prolapse surgery, the reoperation rate is 4.0 percent at a median of 1.17 years,...
The wise psychologist I went to made his diagnosis on my first visit: “You’ve spent 37 years relentlessly building...
Scientists Raising Their Own Funds For Cancer Research
Trump Silent On Zika Virus At 2 Florida Campaign Events
“One of the most gratifying parts of the ride is chatting with patients and families. It brings home how tangible some...
WASHINGTON ? Donald Trump on Wednesday held two campaign events in Florida, a critical battleground state facing a growing...
Miami mayor proclaims "Zika Zone" safe despite travel advisory
Possible Zika vaccine being tested
August 3, 2016, 6:38 PM|A CDC advisory has recommended pregnant women stay away from a part of Miami affected by Zika. Despite...
Better contrast agents based on nanoparticles Scientists at the University of Basel have developed nanoparticles which can serve as efficient contrast agents for magnetic...
August 3, 2016, 6:40 PM|The NIH has begun a new vaccine trial to combat Zika. Dr. Jon LaPook has more. ...
First evidence of sleep in flight IMAGE: Frigatebirds reaches a wingspan of over two metres. They are excellent gliders and can cover several hundred...
Detecting blood alcohol content with an electronic skin patch
HIV/AIDS: Filarial worm infections double the risk of infection
Overconsumption of alcohol can lead to errors in judgment, causing, for example, some people to get behind the wheel when...
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Researchers work to understand causes of search and rescue in the Arctic
Discovery: Mantis shrimp use UV color spots, chemical cues to size up opponents
Search and rescue operations in Nunavut have more than doubled over the past decade. In the communities of the vast northern...
IMAGE: A mantis shrimp displaying its meral spots, visible as two purple dots. view more Credit: Amanda...
Many Brits seek digital ‘detox’ from average 25 hours per week online
Reddit user who has a girlfriend with 2 vaginas opens up about their sex life
LONDON (Reuters) – One third of Britons have undertaken a “digital detox” by ditching their smartphones...
A man whose partner was born with two vaginas took to the internet for a very frank discussion about their intimate life. The...
Fit men lash out at fat men when they’re hungry: New study finds low blood sugar causes lean males to shun their portly peers
Caring for elderly stroke survivors costs $40 BILLION a year
Study found lean men naturally bias against overweight men When blood sugar levels plummet, this tendency increases But...
Americans spend $40 billion a year caring for stroke survivors, a new study reveals. And that figure is only set to rise...
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Hawaii in Hep-A crisis: Authorities struggling to control STI as it spreads through the island More than 90 people have contracted Hep A in just over a month Now an airline attendant and a food worker are among the...
Mo’ Money, Mo’ Bug Problems: Wealthier Homes Are Rich In Insects Too i Garden centipede (Lithobius forficatus), Lithobiidae, German cockroach (Blattela germanica), Blatellidae,...
Asthma protection among Amish traced to house dust, cows An Amish girl chases a cow from the outfield during a baseball game in Ohio. Early and frequent exposure to farming microbes...
Mumps outbreak in New York City More than two dozen adults have contracted mumps in New York City, health officials fear. There are at least 18 people in...
In Captivating Video a Bald Eagle Attacks an Osprey Nest i Hog Island, Maine, osprey chicks await their parents’ return. Seconds later, an eagle makes off...
Many doctors rely on wrong type of stitch to prevent preterm labour, study suggests Researchers in the U.K. say surgeons may be relying on the wrong type of stitch material to sew up a woman’s cervix...
Insomnia? Oversleeping? Both may increase your risk of stroke
Heart disease, stroke risk factors may increase in severity before menopause
People who have had percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), also known as angioplasty, for acute coronary syndrome could...
The severity of key risk factors for heart disease, diabetes and stroke appears to increase more rapidly in the years leading...
NIH begins testing investigational Zika vaccine in humans
Immediate aggressive treatment may not be necessary for all adults with advanced kidney cancer
A healthy volunteer receives the NIAID Zika virus investigational DNA vaccine as part of an earlystage...
Watch-and-wait approach means some patients could delay taking highly toxic non-curative anticancer drugs that come with...
Florida gov offers free Zika test kits for pregnant women
Barnyard Dust Offers a Clue to Stopping Asthma in Children
Florida Gov. Rick Scott ordered free Zika testing statewide Wednesday to help pregnant women. ...
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Thoughtful Thieves Steal Gnome, Return It With Pics Of Its Epic Trip
Miami Police Give Out Bug Spray To Homeless To Protect Against Zika
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UCLA astronomers make first accurate measurement of oxygen in distant galaxy
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Banner Health, a non-profit organization that runs a chain of hospitals, said hackers may have gained unauthorized access...
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U.S. government researchers said on Wednesday they have begun their first clinical trial of a Zika vaccine while the Obama...
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McMaster partners with industry to find innovative solutions to treating wastewater
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UTMB researchers shed new light on signals that trigger labor and delivery
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NIH launches clinical trial of experimental vaccine candidate for preventing Zika virus infection
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New research provides insight into how exercise helps retain old memories
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‘Thermostat’ in the brain switches off when we’ve had enough sleep
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Why a cold drink quenches your thirst: Neurons in the brain are stimulated by the chill
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Valery Spiridonov set to undergo the world’s first human head transplant
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Syrian government forces hit hospitals in Aleppo’s ‘worst week’: rights group
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People infected with a common parasitic worm may be twice as likely to acquire the HIV virus that causes AIDS, a field study...
South Carolina Resident Contracts Brain-Eating Amoeba
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Deadly bat fungus in Washington state likely originated in Eastern US The bat-killing fungus recently detected for the first time in western North America is genetically similar to strains found...
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Why sending sick workers home actually makes MORE people ill: Bringing in healthy workers ’causes diseases to spread more rapidly’ New epidemic forecast models show flu lingers more than we thought It means replacement workers are coming into hotbed of...
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Welsh mother saves 16-year-old daughter’s life by giving her a kidney
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Microscope imaging system integrates virtual reality technology
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Inosine treatment helps recovery of motor functions after brain injury Brain tissue can die as the result of stroke, traumatic brain injury, or neurodegenerative disease. When the affected area...
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Ebola after-effects threaten food shortages in West Africa
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Women without tonsils, appendix may be more fertile
New York attorney general targets phony Zika protection products
Women who have their appendix or tonsils removed appear to be more fertile, according to a new British study. The chance...
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Around 1 in 10 UK young people report distressing sex problems
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New York attorney general targets phony Zika protection products
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NJIT receives two-year funding to develop ways to protect ecosystems and communities from flood waters The Center for Resilient Design at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), part of the university’s College of Architecture...
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At least 1 in 10 young people in Britain report a recent distressing sexual problem Around one in ten young men and one in eight young women in Britain who are sexually active have experienced a distressing...
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Chondroitin + glucosamine sulfate may provide no benefits for patients with knee osteoarthritis Chondroitin sulfate (CS) plus glucosamine sulfate (GS) was no better than placebo for reducing pain and function impairment...
Combat exposure may jeopardize the behavioral health of women in the military
China July service sector growth eases, employment falls for first time in four months: Caixin PMI
In a recent study, combat exposure among Army enlisted women was associated with an increased likelihood of developing behavioral...
BEIJING, Aug 3 (Reuters) – – Growth in China’s services sector cooled in July, with weaker expansions in...
Hawaii gets $3.7M to fight infectious diseases
Florida to begin aerial spraying of insecticides to control Zika
HONOLULU (AP) — A Hawaiian Airlines flight attendant was among the people in Hawaii infected with Hepatitis A. The state...
CHICAGO Florida will conduct an aerial insecticide spraying campaign at dawn on Wednesday in an effort to kill mosquitoes...
Exercise Enlarges Brain, May Prevent Dementia
5 Surprising Health Benefits of an Active Sex Life
Regular physical exercise can help increase the size of the brain section involved in memory, which may in turn help to prevent...
If you’re looking for another reason to have an active sex live — as if you need any additional motivation — you...
Treatments to improve kidney outcomes for patients with septic shock
University of Leicester discovery sheds light on how vertebrates see
In 2015, it was estimated that there were more than 230,000 cases of septic shock, with more than 40,000 deaths in the United...
Researchers examined the eyes in two 300 million year old fossil jawless fish species – Mayomyzon (a lamprey) and...
Early humans evolved a gene to tolerate smoke so they could cook on an open fire
UGA study finds covered play areas can leave kids open to heatstroke
A gene that allowed humans to tolerate smoke from campfires may have sparked an evolutionary advantage over Neanderthals,...
New study warns bounce houses create same heat as a hot car Parents are warned not to leave children in a car in the summer But...
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NIEHS study finds women who douche have ‘double the risk of ovarian cancer’ Women who reported douching almost doubled their risk of developing ovarian cancer, a national U.S. study shows. Prior studies...
Why being underweight ‘drives up your risk of developing Alzheimer’s Many studies have warned obesity drives up risk of Alzheimer’s disease But new research warns low body-mass index...
Florida reports ANOTHER Zika infection in Miami bringing total number of cases to 15 WHAT IS ZIKA? The Zika (ZEE’-ka) virus was first discovered in monkey in Uganda in 1947 – its name comes from...
New study supports link between alcohol advertising and adolescent drinking A new review of epidemiological evidence supports a causal association between alcohol consumption and cancers at seven sites...
Study uses GPS technology to predict football injuries
Humanoid Robot Powered by a Neural Network
Footballers’ injuries may be predicted by looking at players’ workloads during training and competition, according...
The humanoid robot “Alter” is displayed at the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation in Tokyo,...
The Domino Effect: How to Create a Chain Reaction of Good Habits
Detox Your Sleep
At some point, she decided to give it another try and managed to make her bed four days in a row–a seemingly trivial...
Should Women Have Breast Implants Removed? Hefner also suffered from cognitive dysfunction (brain fog, memory loss), stunted hair growth, fatigue, burning bladder pain,...
Our Hormones: When we sleep, our hormone system is in an anabolic state which allows for energy conservation, repair, and...
Siberian Heatwave Sparks Anthrax Outbreak, Killing A Child And Thousands Of Reindeer At least one child has died in Siberia after an outbreak of naturally occurring anthrax, which has been linked to a decades-old...
Another Zika case reported in South Florida
LaPook: Health professionals "beside themselves" over lack of Zika funding
August 2, 2016, 6:37 PM|Health officials reported a 15th Zika case in South Florida, apparently transmitted by mosquitoes....
August 2, 2016, 6:40 PM|Dr. Jon LaPook has been covering the Zika outbreak since day one. He says that if the $1.9 billion...
Delaware family wins massive settlement in Terminix lawsuit
Huge settlement for family sickened by toxic pesticide on vacation
August 2, 2016, 6:46 PM|The parent company of pest-control giant Terminix has reached a tentative agreement to pay $87 million...
The parent company of Terminix has agreed to pay a $87 million to a Delaware family that was poisoned by a banned pesticide...
Zika expert: "DEET should be Miami’s new perfume"
Research targets number one killer of under-5s
MIAMI — On Tuesday, health officials reported a 15th case of Zika virus in south Florida, apparently transmitted by...
Oxford researchers are developing a tool to make it much easier and cheaper to diagnose pneumonia — the number one...
Flow diagnostics breakthrough for hydraulic capsule pipeline
Mobile Scan and Pay Technology could promote supermarket theft, study suggests
PIPELINES that carry capsules containing almost any type of freight over long distances have the potential to become an important,...
Report suggests mobile scanning technologies generate significantly high rates of loss Technology promotes ease of effort...
Experts assess changes to breast cancer screening recommendations
NASA looks at historic flooding from slow-moving Maryland storms
A new article discusses the evidentiary support for the recent changes made by the American Cancer Society in its recommendations...
NASA analyzed rainfall data from slow-moving storms that triggered flash floods over parts of central Maryland and caused...
Ultracompact photodetector
Blood Mica: Deaths of child workers in India’s mica ‘ghost’ mines covered up to keep industry alive
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Anthem asks for separate, speedy trial in bid to save deal for Cigna By Diane Bartz WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Health insurer Anthem Inc ANTM.N, which is fighting the government to save its...
Blood Mica: Key findings of investigation into child deaths in India’s illegal mica mines KODERMA/BHILWARA/SYDAPURAM, India (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – In the depths of India’s illegal mica mines,...
Millennials have less sex: study Miami (AFP) – Young people today are not having as much sex as previous generations, despite the widespread availability...
Mental exam ordered for accused serial killer of San Diego homeless LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – A San Diego man charged with attacking five homeless men by driving railroad spikes into his...
The Latest: Hawaiian Airlines employee contracts Hepatitis A
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HONOLULU (AP) — The Latest on the Hepatitis A outbreak in Hawaii (all times local): 2:30 p.m. A Hawaiian Airlines flight...
Associate Professor Michele Willson of Curtin University, Perth, Australia looked at particular examples of computer algorithms...
Next-generation sequencing to evaluate cell-free DNA yields more accurate results in diagnosis of MDS
The ‘BBQ gene’: Early humans evolved to tolerate smoke so they could cook on an open fire
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A gene that allowed humans to tolerate smoke from campfires may have sparked an evolutionary advantage over Neanderthals,...
Could bounce houses be putting YOUR children’s health at risk? Covered play areas can be 30 degrees higher than temperature outside during summer
Are skinny people MORE likely to get Alzheimer’s? Why being underweight ‘drives up your risk of developing the brain disease’
New study warns bounce houses create same heat as a hot car Parents are warned not to leave children in a car in the summer But...
Many studies have warned obesity drives up risk of Alzheimer’s disease But new research warns low body-mass index...
Florida reports ANOTHER Zika infection in virus-hit area of Miami
The feminine hygiene craze which could be putting YOUR health at risk: Women who douche have ‘double the risk of ovarian cancer’
WHAT IS ZIKA? The Zika (ZEE’-ka) virus was first discovered in monkey in Uganda in 1947 – its name comes from...
Flossing your teeth is highly recommended, but there’s little evidence it helps The hygienist’s advice to floss daily to prevent gum disease lacks hard evidence of benefits, a new investigation...
At least one in ten young people in Britain report a recent distressing sexual problem Around one in ten young men and one in eight young women in Britain who are sexually active have experienced a distressing...
Women who reported douching almost doubled their risk of developing ovarian cancer, a national U.S. study shows. Prior studies...
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Your Dog is Sending You Messages with His Eyes According to a Japanese study, your dog is communicating with his canine friends (and foes) using his eyes alone. And in...
Feline Pancreatitis
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Some cats show signs of a tender abdomen, vomiting, and fever, but they tend to be the exception. That’s why a good...
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It’s Way Past Time For Us To Stop Deluding Ourselves About Private Health Insurers
Cosmopolitan Revolt: ‘Born Again Virgin’ Movement Spawns Empowerment
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Got a weird skin rash? Maybe Facebook can help
What are the symptoms of Zika virus?
Social media came to the rescue for a dozen teens with an odd-looking skin condition that had stumped some physicians and...
Fifteen cases of locally transmitted Zika have now been confirmed in South Florida, prompting the CDC to issue an advisory...
Hidden tooth infections may predispose people to heart disease
Rapid bacterial infection test reduces antibiotic use
Hidden dental root tip infections are very common: as many as one in four Finns suffers from at least one. Such infections...
Researchers from the Oxford University Clinical Research Unit in Vietnam have shown that using a rapid (5-minute) test can...
The Lancet: Infections with the parasitic worm W bancrofti associated with increased risk of HIV infection, according to Tanzanian study
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People infected with a parasitic worm called Wuchereria bancrofti in areas where HIV is endemic may be more likely to acquire...
Longer duration of untreated childhood schizophrenia-spectrum psychosis predicts poorer outcomes IMAGE: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology is an authoritative peerreviewed journal published 10...
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Managing uncertainty: How soil carbon feedbacks could affect climate change There is more than twice as much carbon in the planet’s soils than there is in its atmosphere, so the loss of even...
Olympics-Rowing-Australia hunts lost London gold in ‘awesome’ Rio
Spectre of hunger keeps Syrian refugee children out of school
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By Alex Whiting ROME (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – With just 60 days to go before the start of the new school year,...
‘Elephantiasis’ virus may boost AIDS risk: study
Idaho posts free ultrasound list for women seeking abortions
Paris (AFP) – People infected with a common parasitic worm may be twice as likely to acquire the HIV virus that causes...
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho has advanced its antiabortion stronghold once again by publishing a list of places where pregnant...
Millennial hookup culture may not be a real thing
Is ‘Cockroach Milk’ Really the Next Superfood?
(Reuters Health) – People may think of millennials as being one right swipe away from a quick hookup, but a new study...
In case you missed it, an international team of scientists has discovered that a type of cockroach feeds...
Virus Boosts Breast Cancer Odds
Susan Wright, Autism Advocate, Dies of Cancer
Women infected with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) may face an increased risk for developing breast cancer. That’s the...
Suzanne Wright, a co-founder of Autism Speaks, has died from complications of pancreatic cancer. She was 69. The New York...
CDC Underestimating US Zika Cases: Study
Skinny Seniors Face Greater Dementia Risks
New reports that 14 people in Florida have been infected with the Zika virus through local mosquito transmission have intensified...
Underweight seniors may face greater risks of developing Alzheimer’s disease than their portlier peers. That’s the latest...
Effective recovery in competitive sports
PharmaMar initiates a pivotal Phase III ATLANTIS study with PM1183 in SCLC
Athletes as test subjects The research team visited top athletes in their training camps and Olympic centres. Participants...
PharmaMar (MSE:PHM) today announced the start of a pivotal Phase III ATLANTIS study evaluating efficacy and safety of PM1183...
Patented bioelectrodes have electrifying taste for waste
UTA psychologist studies how fluctuating hormones affect female
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vulnerability to cocaine addiction
Bacteria show capacity for rapid, beneficial mutations
Lower weight late in life linked to greater risk for Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists studying how microbes evolve have long assumed that nearly all new genetic mutations get passed down at a predictable...
Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) have found an association...
Study finds how differences in vegetation in urban areas influence airborne microbial communities
Researchers receive $2 million PCORI funding to analyze use of decision aids in breast cancer treatment
New research finds that airborne bacterial communities differ from one urban park to the next but those of parking lots are...
A research team at The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice has received a $2 million funding award...
New educational campaign aims at reducing number of recurrent heart attacks
Experts offer safety tips to prevent shoulder injuries when playing summer sports
Every 42 seconds someone in the U.S. has a heart attack. Just after noon on March 26, 2016, Julie Kubala, become one of those...
Most families enjoy outdoor sports during the summer months—swimming, golfing and volleyball being some of the common ones....
Child’s home address may help identify children and families at risk of asthma
Fat-laden list reveals America’s most unhealthy meals
A child’s home address may be enough information to identify children and families at risk for more severe cases of...
The Center for Science in the Public Interest has revealed the recipients of its 2016 Xtreme Eating Awards The annual list...
Petition for a routine chickenpox vaccine gets 3,000 signatures
Florida reports ANOTHER Zika infection from local mosquitoes in virus-hit area of Miami
A petition calling for all children to be vaccinated against chickenpox has attracted nearly 3,000 signatures. It was created...
Researchers at The University of Texas at Arlington are studying how fluctuating estrogen levels make females increasingly...
WHAT IS ZIKA? The Zika (ZEE’-ka) virus was first discovered in monkey in Uganda in 1947 – its name comes from...
Mother lost the ability to move before giving birth due to a rare condition
How Experiencing Racism Can Impact Your Mental Health
Sian Colclough, 29, was diagnosed with Chiari malformation in 2011 The condition causes the lower part of the brain to push...
RELATED: The Sickening Truth About What It’s Like to Get Your Period in Prison For the study, which focused on people...
Young Women Are Being Forced to Use Phone Book Pages in Place of Sanitary Pads
You’ll Never Guess How Much Money It Costs to Host the Summer Olympics
Sadly, for many women living in impoverished nations, this struggle is nothing new. KidsCan isn’t the only charity...
Pregnant Canadian women advised against travel to South Florida Health officials are concerned about mosquito spread of the Zika virus in South Florida. (Lynne Sladky/Associated Press) Pregnant...
But new research from credit-score company WalletHub uncovered some lesser-known facts about the Rio Games. Whip out one...
Evaluation of promising peer mentoring program for early career gero-nursing faculty New models for providing mentorship to early career academics will become key to developing and maintaining an experienced...
‘Little ninja’: Zika-spreading mosquito puts up tough fight (Update)
Canadians urged precautions after Zika found in Florida
Jade Brown, 7, right, touches the stomach of his mother Gabriella Acevedo, who is eight months...
Florida is investigating two new cases of Zika virus that may not involve people infected while traveling outside the United...
Promoting regulatory T cell production may help control atherosclerosis
USVI steps up fight against mosquitoes amid Zika outbreak
A study led by Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) researchers has found that an important
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Zika, Zika, Zika: Some Simple Tidbits And Tips
On Rehab And Manners — Yes, Manners: 10 Tips For Relating Properly To Others After Treatment
With summer in full swing, increasing concerns about the spread of the Zika virus in the United States are raining on our...
Addicts, on the whole, don’t think much about etiquette. When you’re shooting dope into your neck several times...
Parenthood And Sleep: Uncovering The Elusive Concept
WATCH: It’s Time To Break The Meat Habit
Let’s be honest, most parents are juggling neverending to-do lists with less than the recommended eight hours of sleep...
Why now? Poor diet is the No. 1 cause for disease and death in the country, recently even surpassing smoking. Meat has been...
A Conversation With Resistance: How I Shut That Sh*t Down
High schoolers with mental health issues more likely to use alcohol, tobacco, & marijuana
“Resistance cannot be seen, touched, heard or smelled. But it can be felt. We experience it as an energy field radiating...
SwRI space scientists observe Io’s atmospheric collapse during eclipse San Antonio — Aug. 2, 2016 — A Southwest Research Institute-led team has documented atmospheric changes on Io,...
Scientists model the ‘flicker’ of gluons in subatomic smashups IMAGE: These are four snapshots of the gluon density in a proton at high energy, as modeled by Mäntysaari and Schenke....
Discovery of male-harming DNA mutation reinforces ‘mother’s curse’ hypothesis
August 2, 2016 — Researchers at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health with collaborators at the...
Do eco-friendly wines taste better? It’s time to toast environmentally friendly grapes. A new UCLA study shows that eco-certified wine tastes better —...
Study: Caring for elderly stroke survivors costs an estimated $40 billion per year It’s assumed that family and friends will help out in the event of a medical crisis, but that’s not always feasible....
Female orgasm an evolutionary throwback: study
There is new evidence that the “mother’s curse” – the possibility that moms may transmit genes to...
Why do women have orgasms? While in men the function is clear — to transfer sperm — scientists and philosophers...
New insurance policy: Abandon ACA exchanges to avoid losses
‘Little ninja’: Zika-spreading mosquito puts up tough fight
Aetna became the latest health insurer to cast doubt upon its future in the Affordable Care Act’s insurance exchanges...
MIAMI (AP) — The mosquitoes spreading Zika in Miami are proving harder to eradicate than expected, the nation’s top...
Zika-spreading mosquito puts up tough fight as Florida cases hit 15
U.S. officials provide stopgap Zika funds, Congress urged to act
The mosquitoes spreading Zika in Miami are proving harder to eradicate than expected, the nation’s top disease-fighter...
WASHINGTON Federal health officials, scrambling to fund efforts to combat the spread of the Zika virus in the United States,...
Tobacco, fast food in easier reach of minority and low-income students
Italian dies of meningitis after Poland pilgrimage
Compared to schools with mostly white students, schools with higher numbers of Hispanic, black, and low-income students are...
The Italian bishops’ conference says a young Italian pilgrim died of meningitis after attending the World Youth Day...
Remote heart monitoring can help detect emergencies
Zika-spreading mosquito puts up tough fight as Florida cases hit 15
Instead of having heart monitors with noisy alarms near patients’ beds in the hospital, it might be better to have...
The mosquitoes spreading Zika in Miami are proving harder to eradicate than expected, the nation’s top disease-fighter...
Researchers identify crucial innate immunity role for gene linked to ARC syndrome in children
ATS releases guidelines to help pediatricians evaluate infants with recurrent, persistent wheezing
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UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have found an important innate immunity role for a gene linked to a rare, fatal...
The American Thoracic Society has issued clinical practice guidelines to help pediatricians and pediatric pulmonologists...
Study shows diabetes drug ineffective in improving condition of patients with advanced heart failure
Replacing sick front-line workers with healthy ones can accelerate outbreaks of disease
In an attempt to correct defects in the energy generation that contribute to poor pump function among heart failure patients,...
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Study shows link between psychiatric symptoms and substance use among high school students
Research shows pharmacy access can help people from going back to hospital
Researchers at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health with collaborators at the Federal University of...
Being obese reduces the body’s immune response to flu jabs Flu vaccines protected lean mice against viruses but not obese ones Obese mice had fewer immune cells and more virus cells...
Hospital readmissions, a $17 billion annual problem, are higher in rural, remote or smaller communities that sometimes have...
Are you BORN with depression? Landmark scan finds ‘genes that fuel disorder’ Scientists have discovered more than a dozen genes linked to depression. The finding is a key advance for the study of...
Why some women are more prone to menopause misery than others
New test could be key to treating prostate cancer
Common symptoms of menopause can last for more than a decade 1 in 5 who had hysterectomies were afflicted by ‘constant...
New test takes information about cancer patients and rates their severity Patients can then be given more aggressive treatment...
Marijuana use more likely among American teens than binge drink
‘Guilty But Mentally Ill’ Doesn’t Protect Against Harsh Sentences
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McDonald’s tweaks menu in push to remove artificial ingredients
Pocket-sized medical cards help rural Albertans with special needs in emergency situations
McDonald’s, which is trying to shake its image for serving processed junk food, said Monday it’s eliminating...
A non-profit organization that serves special needs Albertans living in rural areas has developed a program to help its...
Ban on indoor tanning by minors not working: study
21 infected in far north Russia anthrax outbreak
Indoor tanning appears to be common among nonHispanic white female high school students and adults ages 18 to 34 years,...
Russia on Tuesday confirmed 21 cases of anthrax, including one fatality, after an unusual heatwave melted permafrost in...
Rat whiskers shed light on how neurons communicate touch
High schoolers with mental health issues more likely to use alcohol, tobacco, marijuana
When reaching into a pocket or purse, it is easy to use the sense of touch to...
Collateral harm: The impact of Ebola and related fears on facility-based child deliveries Last Mile Health Community Health worker Teta Sluwar is in Tempo, Grand Gedeh County, Liberia....
Researchers at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health with collaborators at the Federal University...
More accurate prostate cancer prognosis Micrograph showing prostatic acinar adenocarcinoma (the most common form of prostate cancer) Credit:...
Zika suspected in six deaths in Honduras
Feeling Guilty About Not Flossing? Maybe There’s No Need
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Sole Afghan Woman Governor in a Man’s World
Large Study Finds 15 Genetic Links to Depression
Surrounded by male advisors and condescending “mansplainers”, Masooma Muradi holds her own against a deep underswell...
Is 10,000-steps goal more myth than science? Study seeks fitness truths through our phones and more Like our Health Wellness...
Remarkable Photos Document One Man’s Journey With Mental Illness
What The Science Really Says About GMOs And Food Safety
Why do you think mental illness is misunderstood in black communities? I’ve been trying to move away from the phrase “mental...
The U.S. has a new federal law that will, for the first time, require labeling of genetically modified ingredients in food....
Mitch McConnell Admits Zika Legislation Is Not Clean
McDonald’s Is Making Some Big Changes To The Ingredients They Use
WASHINGTON ? Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) has made a revealing admission: The Zika legislation that failed...
By Tom Polansek OAK BROOK, Ill. (Reuters) – McDonald’s Corp MCD.N will replace corn syrup in hamburger buns with...
Kristen Stewart Gets Refreshingly Real About Dealing With Anxiety
McDonald’s scrambling for healthier menu, but is it enough?
If there’s anyone out there who still thinks that anxiety isn’t a big deal, Kristen Stewart is here to set them straight. The...
McDonald’s is nixing some ingredients from a number of its most popular menu items to try to win over healthy eaters....
Florida’s flying peril: Zika could sting tourism
Police Training Institute challenges police recruits’ racial biases
Florida, the first state in the U.S. to attract more than 100 million tourists annually, is now facing what might be its...
IMAGE: U. of I. Police Training Institute director Michael Schlosser has spent more than a decade studying police...
‘Virtual dental homes’ prove safe, effective in six-year California study
Flexible wearable electronic skin patch offers new way to monitor alcohol levels
Bringing “virtual dental homes” to schools, nursing homes and long-term care facilities can keep people healthy...
Tropical Storm Earl forms in Caribbean Sea IMAGE: NOAA’s GOES-East satellite captured a visible image of Earl at 1:30 p.m. EDT on Aug. 2, 2016. Earl...
IMAGE: This flexible wearable sensor can be worn on the arm to detect alcohol level. view more Credit: UC...
Heritability of thoracic spine curvature BOSTON – August 2, 2016 – Researchers from the Harvard affiliated Hebrew SeniorLife Institute for Aging Research...
Promising peer mentoring program for early career gero-nursing faculty
Somalia urged to pass law banning ‘horrendous’ FGM
“Healthcare professionals in academia who are privy to formal mentorship by senior faculty early on in their careers...
By Emma Batha LONDON (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Somalia’s next government should ensure a law is passed banning...
Bolivians honor Mother Earth with celebration
Zika suspected in 6 deaths in Honduras
(Reuters) – In the Andean city of El Alto indigenous Bolivians gathered at dawn to honor “Pachamama,” the...
Tegucigalpa (AFP) – Six people have died and 10 babies have been born with defects in Honduras in cases feared to have...
Italian dies of meningitis after Poland pilgrimage
Remote heart monitoring can help detect emergencies
The Italian bishops’ conference says a young Italian pilgrim died of meningitis after attending the World Youth Day...
(Reuters Health) – Instead of having heart monitors with noisy alarms near patients’ beds in the hospital, it might...
What’s worse than death? Dementia and breathing machines, patients say
In CDC Zika prevention kits, female condoms spotlighted
For patients facing serious illnesses, dying isn’t necessarily the thing they dread the most — according to a new...
When JoEllen Notte was set to get down and dirty with a hot new conquest, the guy surprised her with his protection of choice. “I...
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Indiana man with genetic disorder travels Europe in friend’s backpack
NC toxicologist: Water near Duke’s dumps not safe to drink
Kevan Chandler and three of his friends have been backpacking in Europe since June. What makes the group unique? Chandler...
WASHINGTON — North Carolina’s top public health official acted unethically and possibly illegally by telling residents...
Experimental Vaccine Could Provide Rapid Response to Diseases
Medical Benefits of Dental Floss Unproven
A type of experimental vaccine that can be made in just a week and has protected mice against influenza, Ebola and Zika viruses...
It’s one of the most universal recommendations in all of public health: Floss daily to prevent gum disease and cavities. Except...
Erectile Dysfunction Drugs Don’t Prevent Prostate Cancer
$16 Million Heading to States to Fight Zika
Erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs don’t prevent prostate cancer, according to a new study from Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles....
The government is releasing $16 million in stopgap funding to U.S. states and territories to help them fight the Zika virus, ...
Exercise Enlarges Brain, Prevents Dementia
Effectiveness of new anti-HIV medication to protect women and infants demonstrated
Regular physical exercise can help increase the size of the brain section involved in memory, which may in turn help to...
Why is cocaine so addictive? Study using animal model provides clues Cocaine addiction is a debilitating neurological disorder that affects more than 700,000 people in the United States alone,...
Giant forest fires exterminate spotted owls, long-term study finds MADISON, Wis. — As climate changes and wildfires get larger, hotter and more frequent, how should public lands in the...
US issues patent for Valley Fever detection technology developed by TGen and NAU IMAGE: Dr. Paul Keim is Director of TGen’s Pathogen Genomics Division, and also is the Cowden Endowed Chair...
These results were published in the Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy on Monday, August 1. “Women and children...
Study: Substitute teachers and replacement nurses may cause disease to spread faster IMAGE: Mathematical biologist Sam Scarpino aims to understand disease as an emergent process. His new study in Nature...
Study shows cell-free DNA sequencing is more accurate for diagnosing myelodysplastic syndrome IMAGE: Genetic Testing and Molecular Biomarkers is an authoritative peer-reviewed journal published 12 times per...
Research reveals cancer pathway to spreading through the body Cancer cells need oxygen to survive, as do most other life forms, but scientists had never tracked their search for oxygen...
Scientists develop model using transformed stem cells to accelerate screening of drugs for rare cancers
Research findings elucidate how neurons process, represent touch in rat and human brain
Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center say they have developed a system that uses transformed human stem cells...
When reaching into a pocket or purse, it is easy to use the sense of touch to distinguish keys from loose change. Our brains...
Regular physical exercise could lead to higher brain volumes and decreased dementia risk
New report reveals high levels of caffeine in energy drinks could lead to cardiac complications
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The high levels of caffeine in energy drinks may lead to cardiac complications, suggests a case report in the July/August...
ACAAI offers tips to help prevent kids from suffering through allergy and asthma attacks
Depression screening tools may lead to misdiagnosis in children and adolescents
You work hard to keep your child’s allergies and asthma under control. You clean to get rid of dust mites and pet dander,...
A common way for doctors to try and identify depression in children and adolescents is by using short questionnaires. Research...
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have less sex than their parents
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Experts assumed dating apps like Tinder made people more promiscuous But people aged 20-24 are having less sex than any...
Petition for a routine chickenpox vaccine gets 3,000 signatures after mother shares horrifying pictures of ‘the worst case ever seen’
‘Being pregnant left me paralysed’: Mother lost the ability to move before giving birth due to a rare condition causing the brain to crush the spine
A petition calling for all children to be vaccinated against chickenpox has attracted nearly 3,000 signatures. It was created...
Sian Colclough, 29, was diagnosed with Chiari malformation in 2011 The condition causes the lower part of the brain to push...
Are you BORN with depression? Landmark gene scan finds ‘more than a dozen genes that fuel the disorder’
The ultimate calorie fest! From Sonic’s rainbow slushie to Buffalo Wild Wings’ Dessert Nachos, fat-laden list reveals America’s most unhealthy meals
Scientists have discovered more than a dozen genes linked to depression. The finding is a key advance for the study of...
Eating out is an easy way to wreck your diet, and those looking to splurge may want to think twice about what they are ordering...
A Neuroscientist Explores The Illogical Behaviors Of The Mind In ‘Idiot Brain’
McDonald’s Now Serving Chicken Raised Without Antibiotics — Mostly
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No strong proof that flossing your teeth has medical benefit
Dr Dan Poulter: NHS HIV drug decision ‘extraordinary’
The hygienist’s advice to floss daily to prevent gum disease lacks hard evidence of benefits, a new investigation...
The NHS England decision not to provide preventative HIV drugs was “extraordinary” given that it saves both...
Mother describes how her son needed morphine for chickenpox
Vaccine partnership raises hope for millions
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Underreporting of Zika is rife; researchers project epidemic’s spread
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Study finds innate immunity connection to rare, fatal childhood disease
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NASA sees Typhoon Nida make landfall
Lack of pharmacy access sends some patients back to the hospital
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Lower weight in late life may increase risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
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Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) have found an association...
New research published this week looking at body fat in identical twins has shown that a higher body mass index (BMI) is...
NC toxicologist: Water near Duke’s dumps not safe to drink
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RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A state toxicologist says North Carolina’s top public health official acted unethically and...
DAKAR (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Ghana economy’s is losing more than two billion dollars a year due to the...
British couple vow to honor rubbish food at their wedding
Indiana man with genetic disorder travels Europe in friend’s backpack
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Kevan Chandler and three of his friends have been backpacking in Europe since June. What makes the group unique? Chandler...
Seattle City Council bans ‘conversion therapy’
CDC awards $16M to states, territories battling Zika virus
SEATTLE (AP) – The Seattle City Council has unanimously passed an ordinance to bar the practice of conversion therapy...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is awarding more than $16 million to 40 U.S. states and territories...
What’s worse than death? Dementia and breathing machines, patients say
In CDC Zika prevention kits, female condoms spotlighted
For patients facing serious illnesses, dying isn’t necessarily the thing they dread the most — according to a new...
When JoEllen Notte was set to get down and dirty with a hot new conquest, the guy surprised her with his protection of choice. “I...
Swapping animal protein for plant protein ‘may improve health’
Tobacco, fast food in easier reach of minority and low-income students
Tuesday August 2 2016 Good sources of plant protein include lentils and nuts “Ditch sausages for a longer...
(Reuters Health) – Compared to schools with mostly white students, schools with higher numbers of Hispanic, black,...
Few seniors seeking health advice from Dr. Google
CDC to provide $16 million more to fight Zika locally
(Reuters Health) – Even though most seniors have cell phones and computers, they still don’t go online to find...
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is making available more than $16 million to states and territories...
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CDC awards $16M to states, territories battling Zika virus
CDC: Mosquito eradication difficult in Miami neighborhood
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is awarding more than $16 million to 40 U.S. states and territories...
WASHINGTON — The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says officials are finding it challenging to...
Action on Hearing Loss supports launch of Accessible Information Standard for people with hearing deficits
African-American women twice as likely to choose autologous breast reconstruction, study shows
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African American women undergoing mastectomy for breast cancer are more likely than white women to undergo autologous breast...
Stranger’s organ donation instigates six-way kidney swap
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A stranger began a chain of events that eventually saved the lives of six people in desperate need of new kidneys. Her organ...
Generic biologic drugs appear to be effective as brand-name versions Generic forms of a biologic drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease and psoriasis appear to be...
How drinking, smoking and illegal drugs can harm your unborn baby It’s widely known using tobacco, alcohol, cocaine and heroin while pregnant can be extremely harmful to the health...
Selecta Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: SELB), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing targeted antigen-specific...
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The Surprising Thing Happy Couples Have in Common
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The researchers found that people who shared a social circle with their significant other felt closer to their partners...
Why Your Meals Are So Important The key to weight loss is achieving a negative energy balance, or taking in less calories...
How Monsanto And Scofflaw Farmers Hurt Soybeans In Arkansas
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An experiment found that parents cheated at a game less when their kids were present, but...
No proof that flossing your teeth has medical benefit
Life as a young carer: ‘People rely on you more’
It’s one of the most universal recommendations in all of public health: Floss daily to prevent gum disease and cavities. Except...
Hundreds of young people who have caring responsibilities will come together at the Scottish Young Carers Festival. Organised...
Free chickenpox jab call after toddler suffers ‘worst case’
Study examines use of off-site monitoring of cardiac telemetry and clinical outcomes
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Low rate of Internet use by seniors for health purposes In a study appearing in the August 2 issue of JAMA, David M. Levine, M.D., M.A., of Brigham and Women’s Hospital,...
Among non-critically ill patients, use of standardized cardiac telemetry with an off-site central monitoring unit was associated...
Study compares treatments to improve kidney outcomes for patients with septic shock Early use of vasopressin to treat septic shock did not improve the number of kidney failure-free days compared with norepinephrine,...
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Drug does not improve outcomes for patients with advanced heart failure
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T cell revival through PD-1: Clues for cancer immunotherapy
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Clinical usefulness of bone turnover marker concentrations in osteoporosis In people with osteoporosis, one fracture often leads to more fractures, and potentially a future of pain, disability, and...
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Well: Are You Ready to Eat Your Natto? Bacteria have not traditionally been something we wanted in our foods. Increasingly, though, researchers like Dr. Yonetani,...
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They all ganged up ? to stay out gangs. Four young men who live at LaGrange Housing Authority in Georgia have gotten summer...
Where does the female orgasm come from? Scientists think they know
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It may be counterintuitive, but the more positive online reviews a product gets may actually lead to a net negative profit...
Colonel Sanders was ahead of his time
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Instilling trust among first-time customers has been a problem for online retailers since the dawn of e-commerce. Now research...
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Cardiac complications from energy drinks? Case report adds new evidence
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US researchers have discovered another reason to reduce alcohol consumption, finding that adults who drink excessively have...
Briton in Trump gun incident could die in U.S. prison, mother says
Health insurer Aetna backs off ACA expansion plans
LONDON (Reuters) – A British man detained in the United States for allegedly trying to wrestle a gun from a police...
Aetna is calling off its public insurance exchange expansion plans for next year, as it becomes the latest big insurer to...
Sexual abuse plagues female workers on India’s sugarcane fields
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Woman films herself pole dancing while in labor, video goes viral
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A British pole dancing and exercise instructor made some unusual moves while she was in labor on Sunday when she posted a...
A Texas family honored a police officer who helped deliver their newborn by giving him professional photos of their daughter...
Scientists think they’ve figured out the female orgasm
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The role of the female orgasm has been a headscratcher for centuries. Case-in-point: Aristotle himself noted that the fact...
After helping her two children battle cancer, a Pennsylvania woman now faces the disease herself. Penny Weller Guyer, 51,...
Anthrax outbreak in Russia kills child, sends dozens to hospital
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A child has died of anthrax in Siberia in the first fatal outbreak of the bacterial disease reported in Russia in 75 years,...
Pfizer Inc (PFE.N) reported better-than-expected quarterly results, driven by lower taxes and sales of generic medicines,...
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China’s ‘mosquito factory’ aims to wipe out Zika, other diseases
(Reuters Health) – Patients have better weight loss surgery outcomes in accredited centers, a review of past studies...
GUANGZHOU – Every week, scientists in southern China release 3 million bacteria-infected mosquitoes on a 3 km (two-mile)...
Man encases genitals in plaster, gets stuck
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A Russian blogger decided to coat his genitals in plaster, then realized he was overheating and tried to break off the cast...
A British pole dancing and exercise instructor made some unusual moves while she was in labor on Sunday when she posted a...
Woman enters hospice for cancer after helping 2 children battle disease
Florida Identifies 10 More Zika Cases, Asks Feds for Help
After helping her two children battle cancer, a Pennsylvania woman now faces the disease herself. Penny Weller Guyer, 51,...
The state of Florida has identified 10 more cases of Zika virus caused by local mosquitoes and has asked the U.S. Centers...
Indoor Tanning Ban for Minors Not Working
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New Jersey’s ban on the use of indoor tanning salons by children and teens appears to have had little effect, a new...
It can be tough to deny those pleading eyes, but dog owners need to be careful about giving human food to their pets, a pet...
Too Much Alcohol May Affect Respiratory Health
Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Help Stricken Hearts Heal
US researchers have discovered another reason to reduce alcohol consumption, finding that adults who drink excessively have...
Omega-3 fatty acid supplements may help the heart heal itself after a heart attack, according to a new study. High doses,...
Florida investigation links four recent Zika cases to local mosquito-borne virus transmission
IBS finds another aged problem of how naïve t cells decline with age
State officials have responded rapidly with mosquito control measures and a community-wide search for additional Zika cases....
Scientists discover new function of FHY3 in plant meristem determinacy and maintenance In higher plants, meristems are responsible for the generation of all plant tissues and organs. While the shoot apical meristem...
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AIM, within the Institute for Basic Science (IBS), published an intriguing paper in Scientific Reports, on August 2, detailing...
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UTHealth research shows that Brighter Bites helps children, families eat healthier HOUSTON – (Aug. 1, 2016) – Brighter Bites, a school-based program that combines the distribution of donated produce...
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When it comes to an addictive disorder, you either have it or you don’t. But this dichotomous nature of the diagnosis...
In a recent study, combat exposure among Army enlisted women was associated with an increased likelihood of developing behavioral...
Scientists observe reaction of neurons in real-time after concussive trauma
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A team of Brown University researchers has been able to watch in real time what happens to neurons after they experience...
Lucideon, the international materials technology company, has published a new white paper titled ‘Hip and Knee Wear Testing...
Physicians use social media to identify cutaneous leishmaniasis in teen travelers
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Dentists nag us to floss but experts say it does little to prevent gum disease and cavities Time and time again dentists tell us to floss to protect our teeth. In fact, there is little proof flossing actually works,...
According to a study carried out at the University of Helsinki, an infection of the root tip of a tooth increases the risk...
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Skin cancer is deadlier for black patients according to a study in Cleveland
Revealed, exactly how drinking, smoking and illegal drugs can harm your unborn baby
White people are known to have a higher chance of developing skin cancer But African-American’s are more likely to...
It’s widely known using tobacco, alcohol, cocaine and heroin while pregnant can be extremely harmful to the health...
First detailed map of the body’s antibody production could suggest new treatment options for immune disorders
Researcher targets mechanism that allows cancer to spread
Stanford researchers led by Professor Stephen Quake have completed the first detailed map...
Chondroitin sulfate + glucosamine sulfate may provide no benefits for patients with knee osteoarthritis (HealthDay)—For older adults with knee osteoarthritis (OA), spironolactone is not associated with improvements in symptoms,...
Tool to measure brain blood flow identifies tell-tale signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s early Credit: COST A network of over 200 scientists, clinicians and industry partners developed...
Genetic variant newly linked to Crohn’s disease also associated with altered gut microbiome composition An international team led by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and the University...
“Understanding the basic processes that cells use to grow and survive gives you the foundation...
Many physicians still prescribe controversial drug combination (HealthDay)—He was 26, a specialist fifth class with the U.S. Army, and stationed abroad, when an accident on the German...
Showing people slow motion video of crime found to distort perceived intent (Medical Xpress)—A trio of researchers with the University of Chicago, the University of San Francisco...
Social media helps diagnose parasitic disease in teen travelers Research involving scientists at the University of York has provided important new information about transmission of human...
How I Learned To Live Again After The Death Of My 23-Year-Old Son
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If you thought breaking a Guinness World Record was cool, imagine doing it at 105. Last September, Japanese centenarian Hidekichi...
Why This Father Feeds His Son Freakish Fruit And Vegetables
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Jordan Figueiredo’s son, Evan, hates salads. The 5-year-old, like many 5-year-olds, just can’t get into his greens. But...
Each week HuffPost Queer Voices, in a partnership with blogger Scout, LGBT HealthLink and researcher Corey Prachniak, brings...
Zika chemical no match for "cockroach of mosquitoes"
CDC says chemicals used to control Zika not working as well
Pregnant women are being warned to stay away from a popular Florida neighborhood over the Zika virus, the first time a warning...
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Terminix to pay $87 million settlement to sickened family
Gov. Rick Scott confident Florida will control growing Zika crisis
August 2, 2016, 7:33 AM|Terminix has agreed to pay $87 million settlement to a family sickened by a pesticide. Stephen Esmond...
August 2, 2016, 8:02 AM|The Centers for Disease Control has issued its first warning against travel in the U.S. because of...
How McDonald’s aims to woo diners with healthful changes
People not technology will drive success of autonomous vehicles
August 2, 2016, 8:15 AM|McDonald’s menu is getting a makeover. The world’s number one burger chain announced...
As the world moves closer to autonomous and self-driving vehicles, road safety experts are turning from technology to psychology...
Reducing ‘mean girl’ behaviors in classrooms benefits boys and teachers too
CDC: Mosquito eradication difficult in Miami neighborhood
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Bodies found off coast of Libya as migrant toll climbs: IOM
Pfizer beats Street 2Q forecasts despite big drop in profit
GENEVA (Reuters) – The bodies of 120 migrants believed to have been trying to reach Italy by boat from Libya have been...
NEW YORK (AP) — Higher expenses offset a big jump in sales from an acquisition, as Pfizer Inc.’s second-quarter profit...
UK court rules health service can fund HIV prevention drug
Activists demand justice after Kenyan hacks off wife’s hands in machete attack
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s state-funded health service is responsible for paying for an HIVprevention drug that has...
Tens of thousands flee South Sudan violence: U.N. By Stephanie Nebehay and Denis Dumo GENEVA/JUBA (Reuters) – Tens of thousands of people have fled a fresh outbreak...
By Kieran Guilbert DAKAR (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – A Kenyan man who chopped off his wife’s hands with a...
ICUs ease restrictions on visitors Some hospital intensive-care units are bucking tradition by allowing patients’ family and friends to visit for unlimited...
Where do the world’s tallest and shortest people live?
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The tallest men in the world live in the Netherlands, and the tallest women call Latvia home, according to the largest study...
Pfizer Inc (PFE.N) reported better-than-expected quarterly revenue and profit, driven by sales of newer drugs and the...
ICUs ease restrictions on visitors
Zika an excuse for top ranked players, says golfer Van Zyl
Some hospital intensive-care units are bucking tradition by allowing patients’ family and friends to visit for unlimited...
RIO DE JANEIRO – South African Jaco Van Zyl, who sat out the year’s last major, the PGA Championship, to prepare...
Regional coordination cuts time to heart attack treatment
Fatty livers increase kids’ risk of diabetes
By coordinating emergency resources, an experimental U.S. program got more heart attack patients treated promptly, researchers...
About seven million children in the U.S. have fatty livers, and nearly a third of those kids also have prediabetes or diabetes,...
Omega-3 fatty acids may aid heart attack healing
Origins of the female orgasm explained
Omega-3 fatty acid supplements may help the heart heal itself after a heart attack, according to a new study High doses,...
TSRI study unveils new twist in immune biology A new study, led by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI), reveals a surprising twist in immune biology. The...
The role of female orgasm, which plays no obvious role in human reproduction, has intrigued scholars as far back as Aristotle....
Parenting expert Pinky McKay debunks common misconceptions about breastfeeding For any new mother, learning to breastfeed is an unusual and sometimes difficult process. Mumsto-be are often faced with...
Shannen Doherty reveals she needs radiation after mastectomy didn’t wipe out cancer
Women who have their appendix or tonsils out are ‘MORE fertile and become pregnant faster’
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Pregnancy rates were higher in women who had these procedures Experts don’t know why the link exists but say it might...
HIV wonder drug ‘pre-exposure prophylaxis’ is given the green light
Is flossing a waste of time?
Judge ruled NHS is ‘legally able’ to fund preexposure prophylaxis A charity brought a legal case against NHS...
Time and time again dentists tell us to floss to protect our teeth. In fact, there is little proof flossing actually works,...
Thinking About This One Simple Thing Can Stop a Lover’s Quarrel in Its Tracks
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These 10 Types of Mountain Climbers Will Activate Your Entire Core
How A Child’s Gender May Affect Parent’s Willingness To Bend The Truth
You’ve been doing this basic move since sixthgrade gym class, but you’ve never seen it done quite like this...
An experiment found parents cheated at a game less when their kids were present, but gender...
3 Things People Can Do In The Classroom That Robots Can’t
HIV campaigners win NHS drug battle
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Let the Olympics inspire your fitness goals
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If Olympic fever has you itching to go for the gold in a new sport, a Baylor College of Medicine sports medicine expert...
Protein found to regulate cocaine craving after withdrawal
Sex on TV has less impact on teens than you might think
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Hysterectomy with ovary conservation doubles odds of hot flushes, night sweats
Adverse effects and incretin-based drugs for diabetes
In a study of more than 5,000 people, investigators from Brigham and Women’s Hospital have found that greater intake...
The do-nothing dilemma—surveillance vs. surgery for cancer Imagine for a moment that you have a tiny but worrisome lung nodule or, say, a growing bulge in a crucial blood vessel....
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Is the "cockroach of mosquitoes" resistant to Zika chemical in Florida?
Crystallization frustration predicts metallic glass formation
Pregnant women are being warned to stay away from a popular Florida neighborhood over the Zika virus, the first time a warning...
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South Sudanese refugees flee violence, report looting, killing
New Fresenius CEO says is ‘very ready’ for deals
GENEVA (Reuters) – About 60,000 people have fled South Sudan since violence escalated over the past three weeks, the...
FRANKFURT (Reuters) – The new boss of Fresenius, who in his previous job as head of finance worked on several takeover...
UK court says NHS can fund preventative HIV drug
Bodies wash up in Libya as migrant toll climbs: IOM
By Ben Hirschler LONDON (Reuters) – A high court judge ruled on Tuesday that an HIV pill to prevent infection can be...
GENEVA (Reuters) – The bodies of 120 migrants have washed up on the shores of Libya in the past 10 days, not from previously...
Norway tells pregnant women to avoid Miami over Zika fears
Guiltless taco Tuesdays
Oslo (AFP) – Norwegian authorities on Tuesday issued a travel warning for the US city of Miami for pregnant women due...
Everyone loves tacos, but worry they are a real calorie buster. With a few small substitutions you can now enjoy “Taco...
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UK court says state health system can fund preventative HIV drug
Eliminating gluten from your diet has been associated with many health benefits including weight loss, but for some it’s...
LONDON A high court judge ruled on Tuesday that an HIV pill to prevent infection could be funded by the state health service...
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Guiltless taco Tuesdays Everyone loves tacos, but worry they are a real calorie buster. With a few small substitutions you can now enjoy “Taco...
Higher BMI not associated with increased risk of heart attack or early death, twin study shows “The results suggest that lifestyle changes that reduce levels of obesity do not have an effect on the risk of death...
Tips to relieve symptoms for patients with gluten sensitivity Eliminating gluten from your diet has been associated with many health benefits including weight loss, but for some it’s...
Researchers image brain cells’ reactions to concussive trauma PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — A team of Brown University researchers has been able to watch in real time what...
TSRI researchers find ‘lead actors’ in immune cell development
New research opens door to influencing immune system
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A new international collaboration involving scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) opens a door to influencing...
Scientists seeking blood donations from people exposed to arboviruses for dengue, Zika vaccine research
Iron-containing catalysts can alter amino acids to help develop new drug candidates
Researchers at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine are conducting studies that utilize blood donations from...
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Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No it’s… SUPERMAN YOGA! Our Health Editor is the first to try the fitness crazes sweeping the US A few weeks ago, I came across an article from parody news website The Daily Mash headlined: Fitness ‘a nightmare that...
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Four out of five kids with epilepsy have other health problems: study
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Study: Omega-3 fish oil may help after a heart attack
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August 1, 2016, 3:56 PM|New research suggests that taking omega-3 fish oil may help improve heart function in patients who’ve...
In a key advance for the study of depression, a comprehensive scan of human DNA has turned up the apparent hiding places...
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Zika virus outbreak in Florida leads to ‘sex ban’ for British tourists
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For completely endophytic kidney tumors, which grow inward, both open partial nephrectomy (OPN) and robotic partial nephrectomy...
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Study: Bioenergy decisions involve wildlife habitat and land use trade-offs
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U.S. pledges $407 mln aid to Tanzania, after blocking funds in March
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A Turkish senior citizen who went to the hospital for a stomachache ended up being rushed into surgery to have 88 kidney...
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CDC sends emergency response team to Florida Zika outbreak
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WYNWOOD, Fla. – Gov. Rick Scott announced the number of Zika cases likely spread by local mosquitoes had increased to...
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Raising a child with autism can be fraught with stressful days, but new research suggests the family pooch might bring parents...
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NEW YORK CITY (August 1, 2016) — The Brain Behavior Research Foundation today announced the winners of its annual...
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Study creates comprehensive list of blood biomarkers relevant for early detection of cancer Researchers have identified 788 biomarkers in blood that could be used to develop an early stage cancer screening test for...
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The use of a life-saving clot-dissolving treatment for patients with acute ischemic stroke increased by 73 percent following...
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GPs could prevent 8,000 strokes a year by monitoring patients’ heart rhythms, health watchdog says
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HPV vaccine found safe in girls and women with autoimmune diseases The incidence of genital warts, or condylomata, declined by 93 per cent in girls given the HPV vaccine before the age of...
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Three babies dead from infection in maternity ward
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Oklahoma teen battling cancer marries sweetheart in hospital
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WHO supports deployment of mobile lab for fast-tracking diagnosis of yellow fever “Treating a yellow fever patient is reliant on having the right diagnosis. This is dependent on having the necessary laboratory...
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Teenager whose stomach swelled to the size of a basketball is shocked when scans reveal a 2 STONE cyst growing on her ovary
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The Mortality Games: U.S. Is Disqualified In Trials For Health Olympics
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New studies from the Center for Genome Architecture at Baylor explore 3-D structure of DNA
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‘No ethical barriers’ to face transplant in children, experts conclude August 1, 2016 – Should children be considered for facial transplantation? While there are some special ethical and...
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Racial disparity in breast reconstruction? African-American women more likely to undergo autologous reconstruction August 1, 2016 – African American women undergoing mastectomy for breast cancer are more likely than white women to...
Anthrax outbreak kills boy in northern Russia
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Bayer to halt future US sales of insecticide
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Women who reported douching almost doubled their risk of developing ovarian cancer, a national U.S. study shows. Prior studies...
College Athletic Concussions Cause Lasting Brain Injury
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Researchers develop a small-molecule switch to activate proteins
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Endurance exercises might play role in regulating telomere transcription In their mission to design new biomaterials that promote tissue regeneration, Drexel University researchers have identified...
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The 6 Signs You Should Eat More Protein Our society seems to have become obsessed with protein, with meat-centric diet plans like The Paleo Diet and Atkins über-popular...
5 Signs It’s Time To Ask For A Raise It’s always important to know your own worth at your company ? and nothing speaks louder than the numbers on your paycheck....
What’s behind a big jump in trampoline injuries?
Top NIH doctor on new U.S. Zika cases, Congress funding
Trampoline parks have increased in number and popularity in recent years, and unfortunately, so have trampoline-related injuries,...
August 1, 2016, 8:04 AM|In Florida, it is all but certain that four Zika cases came from local mosquitoes. Well over 1,600...
Telestroke program closes gaps in treatment, increases access to timely stroke remedy
Shaking up surgery
PASADENA, Calif., July 29, 2016 — The use of a life-saving clot-dissolving treatment for patients with acute ischemic...
Over 750 biomarkers identified as potentials for early cancer screening test Researchers have identified 788 biomarkers in blood that could be used to develop an early stage cancer screening test for...
A small vibrating device added to surgical tools could improve surgeons’ sensitivity to different shapes and textures...
Meat consumption contributing to global obesity Should we be warning consumers about overconsumption of meat as well as sugar? That’s the question being raised by...
GSK forms bioelectronics venture with Alphabet
Shackled remains at ancient Greek site tell tale of intrigue
British drugs giant GlaxoSmithKline announced Monday that it will form a joint venture with Google’s parent company...
By Deborah Kyvrikosaios ATHENS (Reuters) – At least 80 skeletons lie in a mass grave in an ancient Greek cemetery,...
Thai activist’s mother charged under royal insult laws over Facebook post
Rio’s Olympic air: Dirty, deadly and no cleaner legacy from Games
BANGKOK (Reuters) – The mother of a leading activist against the military junta in Thailand was charged on Monday with...
By Brad Brooks RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) – Rio de Janeiro’s air is dirtier and deadlier than portrayed by authorities...
5 things that happened when I did a sugar detox
Expert to Rio athletes: ‘Don’t put your head under water’
Yeah, I eat pretty darn healthy. But I’m only human. Every once in a while there’s a birthday at work, and I...
Just days ahead of the Olympic Games the waterways of Rio de Janeiro are as filthy as ever, contaminated with raw human sewage...
Bayer to halt future US sales of insecticide
GSK and Google parent forge $715M bioelectronic medicines firm
CHICAGO – The agricultural unit of German chemicals company Bayer AG will halt future U.S. sales of an insecticide used...
LONDON – GlaxoSmithKline and Google parent Alphabet’s life sciences unit are creating a new company focused on...
Fungal disease ‘valley fever’ is often misdiagnosed
Keryx withdraws 2016 forecast on renal drug supply disruption
A fungal infection called valley fever, which can cause mild to severe lung problems (including holes in the lungs), is often...
Keryx Biopharmaceuticals Inc said it was withdrawing its full-year forecast due to issues related to the production of...
Biogen pays Ionis $75 million to develop muscle drug after trial success
Trampoline park injuries jump 12-fold as the trend spreads
Biogen Inc said it would exercise an option to develop and commercialize an experimental genetic muscle-disorder drug...
Trampoline park injuries have soared as the indoor jumping trend has spread. That’s according to a study that shows...
GSK and Google parent forge $715M bioelectronic medicines firm
More bug spray, less dining al fresco planned in Zika zone
LONDON – GlaxoSmithKline and Google parent Alphabet’s life sciences unit are creating a new company focused on...
MIAMI – As word spread that Miami’s hippest neighborhood was now considered ground zero for the first mosquito-transmitted...
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Expert to Rio athletes: ‘Don’t put your head under water’
Zika will not be issue at Olympics: Rio health official
Just days ahead of the Olympic Games the waterways of Rio de Janeiro are as filthy as ever, contaminated with raw human sewage...
RIO DE JANEIRO – The risk of Zika virus infections at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro is low and has been overcome,...
Hybrid treatment hunts down and kills leukemia cells
5 things that happened when I did a sugar detox
The study, published in the journal Molecular Medicine, demonstrated that once delivered, the therapeutic DNA reduced levels...
Yeah, I eat pretty darn healthy. But I’m only human. Every once in a while there’s a birthday at work, and I...
GSK and Google parent forge $715 million bioelectronic medicines firm
Conjoined twin girls are rescued from the sea in Florida beach
LONDON GlaxoSmithKline and Google parent Alphabet’s life sciences unit are creating a new company focused on fighting...
Conjoined 12-year-old sisters were rescued from the sea at a Florida beach They were airlifted to a children’s hospital...
Cancer patients now TWICE as likely to survive at least 10 years than in the 1970s
Women having sex changes on the NHS are also receiving free IVF
People are twice as likely to live at least 10 years after being diagnosed with cancer than they were at the start of the...
‘Bunker gave me a reason to live’: How a puppy turned one woman’s life around When she was 22, Julie Barton suffered a major depressive breakdown. Therapists and family tried to help, but nothing lifted...
Scientists claim to have worked out why women have orgasms Team of researchers claim to have worked out why women have orgasms The scientists at Yale University say that the orgasm...
Women having sex changes on the NHS are being given free fertility treatment so they can have babies after they become men. At...
Wheat could be the reason you feel bloated and tired Order a ‘bunless burger’ or even a ‘breadless sandwich’ at a restaurant today, and it’s likely no one will bat...
‘I had cancer at seven and again at 30’ Greig Trout was diagnosed with cancer at the age of seven, survived a blood clot at 21 and was diagnosed with cancer again...
How Pokemon Go helped an autistic teen
MS patient’s war for weed wins Croatia a legal high
A mobile phone game that has caught the attention of the world also appears to have caused a breakthrough with autism sufferers....
When Huanito Luksetic was arrested for growing marijuana to help him cope with multiple sclerosis, he could not have known...
Trampoline park injuries jump 12-fold as the trend spreads
The oceans are full of barriers for small organisms
Trampoline accidents sent an estimated 288,876 people, most of them children, to hospital emergency departments with broken...
IMAGE: Small differences in salinity and temperature lead to the formation of weak and ephemeral fronts with different...
Sumo-Tributes pour in for Chiyonofuji following wrestler’s death
GSK, Google parent company to make bioelectronic medicine
TOKYO, Aug 1 (Reuters) – Japan mourned the death of legendary sumo wrestler Chiyonofuji on Monday, a day after the...
LONDON (AP) — Pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline is forming a joint venture with a unit of Google’s parent that...
Novel crowdsourced disease surveillance tool may help fight against dengue
Head of Australian prison abuse inquiry quits, replaced by aboriginal leader
Brought to you by Break Dengue, Dengue Track is a novel approach to disease mapping which could also be used to tracking...
Meet Nigeria’s curious Cupid ABUJA, August 1 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Sitting in his dimly-lit office in the Nigerian capital of Abuja,...
SYDNEY (Reuters) – The head of an Australian inquiry into the abuse of children in detention resigned on Monday, four...
Britain Warns Fla Tourists: No Sex with Zika British officials are urgeing travelers to Florida to avoid unprotected sex for the remainder of the summer over concerns...
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Award supports UTSA professor’s efforts to freeze aneurysms and save lives
IFCC enhances quality of diagnosis and therapy to improve clinical outcomes for patients worldwide
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The International Federation of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (IFCC) is an organization of 90 Full Members National...
AACC introduces new journal to deliver advancements in translational laboratory medicine research
Bio-Rad expands product line by launching two human recombinant antigens
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2016 AACC Annual Meeting Press Program
Andrew Lansley under pressure to offer replacement breast implants on NHS
Mid Staffordshire Trust inquiry: how the care scandal unfolded
Around 2,000 women in Wales are estimated to have the implants, which contain industrial-grade silicone. That is a small...
Over 139 days, the public inquiry into the Stafford hospital scandal has heard testimony from scores of witnesses about...
Use This Foolproof Flowchart To Decide If You Should Take Your Preschooler On A Vacation
Yale researchers shed light on evolutionary mystery: Origins of the female orgasm
To vacation or not to vacation — that is the question. At least, that’s the question this highly scientific flowchart...
Female orgasm seems to be a happy afterthought of our evolutionary past when it helped stimulate ovulation, a new study of...
Researchers develop new framework for human nutrition
Glaucoma and driving ability
Existing models for measuring health impacts of the human diet are limiting our capacity to solve obesity and its related...
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Immunotherapy Offers Hope to a Cancer Patient, but No Certainty
Ideally, the patient will recognize problems with driving and limit themselves. Poor night vision is the most common reason...
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