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Family of girl declared tumor-free after kiss from pope donates $50G to Philadelphia hospital

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The family of a Philadelphia girl who was declared tumor-free three years after receiving a kiss from the pope has donated $50,000 to the hospital that helped save her.

Biosensor allows real-time oxygen monitoring for 'organs-on-a-chip'

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A new biosensor allows researchers to track oxygen levels in real time in 'organ-on-a-chip' systems, making it possible to ensure that such systems more closely mimic the function of real organs. This is essential if organs-on-a-chip hope to achieve their pote…

Boca Raton issues rabies alert after bat tests positive

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A rabies alert has been issued in a Florida city after a bat tested positive for the dangerous disease.

Men place less value on care-oriented careers like nursing

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Men assign less importance to care-oriented careers than women do, possibly because men internalize different values than women, suggests new research.

A Chinese Pharmacist Found Out He Had Cancer. Then He Vanished.

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Rather than burden his parents with the expense of his treatment, Tang Gongwei chose to disappear.

The Checkup: Let Kids Play

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Doctors should prescribe playtime for young children, the American Academy of Pediatrics says.

Moderate 'bad cholesterol' levels tied to early death for healthy people

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(Reuters Health) - Healthy adults who don't keep their LDL-C, or "bad cholesterol," in check are more likely to die prematurely from cardiovascular disease than peers with lower cholesterol levels, a U.S. study suggests.

Impact of osteoporosis on the risk of dementia in almost 60,000 patients

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Osteoporosis is estimated to affect 200 million women across the world. In recent decades, several authors have analyzed the impact of osteoporosis on the risk of cognitive decline.

Do you flush your contact lenses? Here's why you should stop

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Ever wonder what happens to disposable contact lenses when it's time to actually dispose of them?

Most parents are against teen tattoos

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(Reuters Health) - Parents who've said "no" to teen tattoos need not feel alone. A new U.S. survey finds that 78 percent of parents wouldn't even consider allowing their teenager to get inked.

The Treatment Gap: This E.R. Treats Opioid Addiction on Demand. That's Very Rare.

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Some hospital emergency departments are giving people medicine for withdrawal, plugging a hole in a system that too often fails to provide immediate treatment.

How a vegan diet can change your body

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Veganism, the plant-based diet which shuns meat and dairy, is having its time in the sun. Since 2008, there has been a 350% increase in the number of self-described vegans in the UK alone. Where this motivation stems from is varied, but includes concerns about…

Iron lung keeping woman alive for decades now one of last remaining in US

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For over 35 years, a Missouri woman has enlisted her husband and a kind friend to help her go through the hour-long process of climbing into what is believed to be one of the last remaining iron lungs still functioning today.

Trilobites: Your Spit Might Help You Learn to Eat Your Greens

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When people were repeatedly exposed to bitter compounds in a study, their saliva changed to produce proteins that rendered those flavors more palatable.

Why Are Black And Latino Kids More Likely To Die Of Certain Cancers?

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There's a big survival gap between white and minority children when it comes to some childhood cancers. It turns out growing up in poverty explains a lot of the difference.

Effect of radiation exposure on hormone deficiencies

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Researchers have detailed the effect of radiation exposure on the development of hormone deficiency in pediatric and young adult patients treated for brain tumors.

What is hand, foot and mouth disease?

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After multiple football players contracted hand, foot and mouth disease, West Virginia University had to postpone its popular fan appreciation day.

Measles cases reach record high in Europe

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Cases of measles have reached a record high in Europe this year, with more cases recorded in the first six months of 2018 than any other 12-month period this decade, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

U.S. health secretary says agency can eliminate drug rebates

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U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar said it was within his agency's power to eliminate rebates on prescription drug purchases, a key element of the Trump administration's plan to lower prescription medicine costs.

Poor sleep and type 2 diabetes means slower wound healing

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People with Type 2 diabetes who don't sleep well could need more time to heal their wounds, according to a new study.

Dying boy asks for racing stickers to cover casket

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An 11-year-old boy who is living his remaining days at home after his cancer treatment stopped working is on a mission to collect racing stickers for his casket.

More U.S. stores likely sell cigarettes to minors than reported

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(Reuters Health) - More retailers may be selling cigarettes to minors than government estimates have suggested, a new study finds.

New medical specialty needed to manage growing number of Americans with diabetes

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Fourteen years after one-year fellowship programs were created to give primary care physicians the clinical skills to better manage diabetes and its complications, new research finds resistance among payers and other physicians may slow growth of the fledgling…

Taking the brain apart to put it all together again

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A new Organ Chip system linked a Brain Chip with two blood-brain barrier (BBB) Chips to recapitulate the interactions between the brain and its blood vessels. This system reacts to methamphetamine exposure just like a human brain, and has allowed scientists to…

Predictor for immunotherapy response in melanoma

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In a new study, researchers developed a gene expression predictor that can indicate whether melanoma in a specific patient is likely to respond to treatment with immune checkpoint inhibitors, a novel type of immunotherapy.

Beer, Drinking Water And Fish: Tiny Plastic Is Everywhere

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Plastic trash less than 5 millimeters long is in the things we eat and drink, and the air we breathe. Scientists are just beginning to study where it comes from and how it might affect our health.

STAT3 can be a therapeutic target for chronic active EBV infection, a fatal disorder

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Chronic active Epstein-Barr virus infection (CAEBV) is an inflammatory disorder with potential for tumor development. Here, unusual phosphorylation was observed on STAT3 in EBV-infected T- or NK-cells from patients with CAEBV. Researchers found that ruxolitini…

Kids stress over public acts of discrimination

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Scientists show an association between concerns over public displays of discrimination and behavioral health problems among teens from communities of color or disadvantaged homes.

Enzyme-powered protocells rise to the top

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Researchers have successfully assembled enzyme-powered artificial cells that can float or sink depending on their internal chemical activity. The work provides a new approach to designing complex life-like properties in non-living materials.

New study explains why genetic mutations cause disease in some people but not in others

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Researchers have uncovered a molecular mechanism behind one of biology's long-standing mysteries: why individuals carrying identical gene mutations for a disease end up having varying severity or symptoms of the disease. The study has exciting implications for…

Socioeconomic status helps explain U.S. childhood cancer survival rates

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(Reuters Health) - Black and Hispanic children may be less likely than white kids to survive certain childhood cancers at least in part due to differences in socioeconomic status, a U.S. study suggests.

Biological engineers discover new antibiotic candidates

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Researchers have found that fragments of the protein pepsinogen, an enzyme used to digest food in the stomach, can kill bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli. Such peptides could potentially be developed as new antibiotics.

NYU to Offer Free Tuition to All Med Students

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The median cost of medical education at a private medical school is $59,605 per year, and the median current debt of a graduating student is $202,000.

New information on brain areas linked to tactile sense and metacognitive ability

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A new doctoral thesis gives information on the neural basis of the sense of touch. According to the results, magnetic stimulation of prefrontal cortex affected the subjects' performance in tactile tasks, and their ability to evaluate their performance in these…

Medical News Today: What is trauma to the breast?

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A traumatic breast injury may occur for many reasons, including a fall or sports injury. Symptoms can include pain and bruising, depending on the severity of the injury. A traumatic breast injury cannot cause cancer. Treatment typically involves rest and preca…

Medical News Today: What are the pros and cons of breastfeeding?

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Most health organizations advocate breastfeeding and, with the right support, many women find that they can breastfeed successfully. However, it can also be challenging. Learn about the pros and cons of breastfeeding, including the health benefits, costs, and …

Racial disparities in prescribing opioids for chronic pain

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Researchers have identified racial disparities in the treatment of patients who are prescribed opioids for chronic pain. Black patients who receive opioids long-term are more likely than whites to be tested for illicit drug use. Of those who test positive, bla…

Helping surgical patients taper off opioids safely and successfully

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A unique pain program is helping complex surgical patients wean off opioids safely and effectively, while offering alternative ways to cope with their pain and improve how they function.

Gene therapy vectors carrying the telomerase gene do not increase the risk of cancer

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Researchers have shown in a new study that the gene therapy with telomerase that they have developed, and which has proven to be effective in mice against diseases caused by excessive telomere shortening and ageing, does not cause cancer or increase the risk o…

Measles Cases Now Reported in 21 States and D.C.

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This number of cases is on track to exceed last year's 118 reported cases in 15 states and the District of Columbia, according to the newspaper.

DNA analysis of 6,500-year-old human remains with blue eye mutation

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Scientists have discovered that waves of migration from Anatolia and the Zagros mountains to the Levant helped develop the Chalcolithic culture that existed in Israel's Upper Galilee region some 6,500 years ago. "Certain characteristics, such as genetic mutati…

Proposal seeks to improve assessment of drug risks

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A drug policy researcher is proposing a suite of changes to overhaul the Multi-Criteria Drug Harm Scale, which informs drug policies across Europe. The changes focus on addressing use and abuse separately, collecting input from a broader range of stakeholders,…

Tainted heart drug from second Chinese firm pulled off EU market

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Heart drugs containing an active ingredient from a second Chinese company are being recalled from the European market after detection of a toxic impurity that may cause cancer.

Teachers' back-to-school supply lists: Lockdown curtains and active shooter posters

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Walk in to any given elementary or middle school classroom, and you're bound to be greeted with some evidence of a teacher's love and effort. Maybe it's a hand-drawn poster or chart, specifically tailored to the class' needs and ages. It could be a row of cubb…

New assay to detect genetic abnormalities in sarcomas outperforms conventional techniques

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A report describes a new assay, anchored multiplex PCR (AMP)-based targeted next-generation-sequencing (NGS), with superior diagnostic utility compared to conventional techniques. This includes the ability to analyze numerous target genes simultaneously and id…

Next-gen insect repellents to combat mosquito-borne diseases

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Nearly 700 million people suffer from mosquito-borne diseases -- such as malaria, West Nile, Zika and dengue fever -- each year, resulting in more than 1 million deaths. Today, researchers report a new class of mosquito repellents based on naturally occurring …

Match of the Dads football league helping Norwich fathers

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The football league gives dads the opportunity to share problems and advice on parenthood.

Kids in Ancient Rome had Vitamin D deficiency

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A new analysis of skeletons from ancient Roman cemeteries across Europe has revealed that vitamin D deficiency was a problem for children 2,000 years ago

Simple score to diagnose heart attacks is safer, faster than current methods

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An international team of researchers has developed a simple laboratory score that is safer and faster at diagnosing patients who visit the emergency department with heart attack symptoms. The score can also identify patients at risk of subsequent heart issues …

A new generation of artificial retinas based on 2D materials

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Scientists report they have successfully developed and tested the world's first ultrathin artificial retina that could vastly improve on existing implantable visualization technology for the blind. The flexible 2-D material-based device could someday restore s…

Saliva could influence taste preferences

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Saliva is crucial for tasting and digesting food. But scientists have now found that saliva could also be part of a feedback loop that influences how food tastes to people -- and by extension, what foods they're willing to eat. They hope that, one day, the fin…

Illicit drug use could be higher than previously thought; soars during special events

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America's drug problem may be even worse than officials realize. And illicit drugs are consumed at a higher rate during celebratory events. Those are just two of the conclusions scientists have drawn from recent studies of drug residues in sewage.

A GPS for inside your body

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Scientists have developed a system that can pinpoint the location of ingestible implants inside the body using low-power wireless signals.

Maple leaf extract could nip skin wrinkles in the bud

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Maple trees are best known for their maple syrup and lovely fall foliage. But it turns out that the beauty of those leaves could be skin-deep -- and that's a good thing. Today, scientists report that an extract from the leaves may prevent wrinkles.

Medical News Today: The best breakfast foods for health

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Starting the day off right with a healthful breakfast is essential for curbing hunger and boosting metabolism. In this article, learn about the best foods to eat in the morning, including oatmeal, bananas, Greek yogurt, and flaxseed. We look at the evidence be…

The Secret to Keeping Black Men Healthy? Maybe Black Doctors

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In an intriguing study, black patients were far more likely to agree to certain health tests if they discussed them with a black male doctor.

Medical News Today: Targeting one enzyme could treat cancer, diabetes, and obesity

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A study into the enzyme PI3KC2A reveals its role in internal cell signaling processes, the disruption of which can lead to cancer, obesity, and diabetes.

New drug could prevent debilitating side effect of cancer treatment

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About 50,000 people in the US are diagnosed annually with head, neck, nasal and oral cancers. Most are treated with radiation, and of those, 70-80 percent develop a painful and debilitating side effect called severe oral mucositis. A new drug could potentially…

Antidepressant restores youthful flexibility to aging inhibitory neurons in mice

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Inhibitory neurons in the aging brain show reduced growth and plasticity, likely contributing to declines in brain function. In a new study in mice researchers show that treatment with fluoxetine restored substantial growth and plasticity.

Here’s What a Doctor Really Thinks About Those Mail-In Genetic Tests

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Should you try an at-home genetic test? Do they actually work? A doctor weighs in.

E-cigarettes can damage DNA

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The popularity of electronic cigarettes continues to grow worldwide, as many people view them as a safer alternative to smoking. But the long-term effects of e-cigarette usage, commonly called 'vaping,' are unknown. Today, researchers report that vaping may mo…

The New Health Care: This Drug Is Safe and Effective. Wait. Compared With What?

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Comparative effectiveness research may be the best way to answer questions that patients and physicians face every day.

Strawberries could help reduce harmful inflammation in the colon

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Inflammatory bowel disease is a set of painful conditions that can cause severe diarrhea and fatigue. Researchers are now reporting that a simple dietary intervention could mitigate colonic inflammation and improve gut health. In this case, a strawberry -- or …

Autonomous gene expression control nanodevice will contribute to medical care

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Researchers constructed integrated gene logic-chips called 'gene nanochips.' These self-contained nanochips can switch genes on or off according to the environment, where photo-reprogramming of the logic operation by UV irradiation is possible. Moreover, the r…

Teen tattoos: 1/2 of parents concerned about negative health effects, impact on employment

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78 percent of parents said they would 'absolutely not consider it' if their teen asked about a tattoo.

Personal Health: What Twins Can Teach Us About Nature vs. Nurture

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The relative importance of nature and nurture has been debated for centuries, and has had strong - and sometimes misguided - influences on public policy.

Consuming milk at breakfast lowers blood glucose throughout the day

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A change in breakfast routine may provide benefits for the management of type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. A team of scientists found that milk consumed with breakfast cereal reduced postprandial blood glucose concentration compared with water, and hi…

2 in 5 Teens Text While Driving, Survey Shows

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Researchers who analyzed survey data from teen drivers aged 14 and older in 35 states recently found that more than a third said they'd texted while driving at least once in the month before the survey. In 34 of the 35 states, text messaging by drivers under t…

A photographic treatment for people with dementia

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One of the first dementia patients Laurence Aëgerter met was in the later stages of the illness. She visited the man at a care facility in Switzerland to note his reactions to photographs she had brought along. As she showed him pictures and asked him to remar…

Medical News Today: Maple leaf 'Botox' could prevent wrinkles

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Compounds in maple leaf extract can prevent wrinkles from forming. Researchers are using this knowledge to create a 'plant-based Botox.'

Medical News Today: How eating mushrooms may improve blood sugar control

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A common mushroom can alter gut bacteria and the production of blood sugar, a new study shows. How does this happen, and what are the wider implications?

Measles cases hit record high in Europe

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More than 41,000 people have been infected with measles in the first six months of 2018.

Medical News Today: Is it safe to mix acetaminophen and alcohol?

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People take acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol or Tylenol, to treat pain and fever. In combination with alcohol, this drug can cause side effects, such as stomach upset, or severely damage the liver. In this article, we outline the risks of combining ace…

Cruise ship rescue: How to survive for 10 hours in the water

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Warm water, a calm head and being a woman can all work in your favour.

Vacation Days Piling Up? Here's How To Get The Most Out Of A Short Vacation

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Americans forfeited about 200 million days of paid vacation leave last year. And many U.S. workers now take shorter, partial-week vacations. But even a mini-break can be good for your health.

Medical News Today: What are some tips for instant migraine relief?

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Many people experience intense forms of headache known as migraine. There are many potential natural remedies for migraines, including diet changes, yoga, and stress reduction. Other remedies, such as staying hydrated, can prove helpful for migraines. Learn mo…

Medical News Today: How long does it take to heal a pulled quad?

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The quadriceps, or quads, are a group of four muscles in the thigh. It is relatively uncommon to pull a quad, but it can result from sports injuries or strains. Symptoms include pain and tightness, and a person usually has to rest until the injury has healed. …

Medical News Today: Soleus strains and calf injuries: What to know

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The soleus is a calf muscle that is essential for a variety of daily activities, such as standing, running, and balancing. In this article, learn about the different grades of soleus strain and how a person can treat them with gentle stretches and first aid. W…

Medical News Today: Strawberries may reduce gut inflammation

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According to a recent study, less than one cup of strawberries per day could reduce the distressing symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease.

Colorado boy, 4, battling stage-four cancer, celebrates end of chemo as honorary police officer

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Surrounded by cheering family and friends, 4-year-old honorary Colorado Springs Police Officer Joshua Salmoiraghi finished his last round of chemotherapy Sunday.

Baby boom ahead? Arizona hospital has 16 pregnant nurses

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Americans spend so much time working together in their day-to-day lives that coworkers become family, and now at this Arizona hospital, 16 nurses are together making a next generation of family.

Roche's Alecensa latest beneficiary of faster China drug approvals

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Roche's Alecensa lung cancer medicine became the latest beneficiary of China's efforts to speed up approvals in the world's second-biggest drug market, which is gaining importance for global pharmaceuticals companies' growth plans.

Medical News Today: Why a low-carb diet may not be so good for you

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A new study may have found the 'sweet spot' of carb intake. The researchers point out that both too much and too little carbohydrate may harm health.

'I broke every bone in my face - and survived'

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Tom Locke is one of 1,600 people alive today thanks to a change in the way the NHS works, a study suggests.

Weaponizing oxygen to kill infections and disease

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The life-threatening bacteria MRSA can cripple a medical facility since it is resistant to treatment. But scientists report that they are now making advances in a new technique that avoids antibiotics, instead using light to activate oxygen, which wipes out ba…

Trilobites: Before You Flush Your Contact Lenses, You Might Want to Know This

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Flushing disposable contacts down the toilet or washing them down the drain may contribute to the problem of microplastic pollution, researchers said.

Third African swine fever outbreak hits China's hog herd

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China's Ministry of Agriculture said on Sunday 88 hogs had died from African swine fever in the eastern city of Lianyungang, the third outbreak this month, as the highly-contagious disease threatened to spread through the world's biggest pig herd.

Why Hospitals Are Getting Into The Real Estate Business

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These days hospitals are looking for ways to improve health in their communities to prevent illness and control costs. One hospital in Ohio decided that health might start with affordable housing.

Child passive smoking 'increases chronic lung risk'

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A study shows higher risk of fatal lung disease in adults exposed to cigarette smoke in childhood.

The 'under the radar' drug behind more than 100 New Haven overdoses

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A drug called K2 is believed to be behind more than 100 overdoses in New Haven, Connecticut, this week. Some of those who overdosed experienced speeding heart rates, difficulty breathing and vomiting. Others were found collapsed in a semiconscious or unconscio…

Oil And Gas Drilling Could Endanger U.S. Archaeological Sites

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A loophole in Pennsylvania law lets companies drill oil and gas wells in farms and fields where Native American and Colonial artifacts are buried.

Florida's toxic algae problem: 'Red tide' and 'green slime'

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Florida is dealing with a toxic algae problem on multiple fronts. Here's what that means for your health.

The first humanist lead chaplain in the NHS

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Lindsay van Dijk is the first humanist lead chaplain in the NHS.

Medical News Today: Prolonged sitting: Short bouts of activity reduce health risks

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Following a recent meta-analysis, researchers conclude that even short bouts of movement can reduce the negative effects of prolonged sitting.

Medical News Today: How marital hostility can harm your gut

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A new study shows that marital hostility, particularly when coupled with depression, raises the risk of a gut dysfunction called 'leaky gut syndrome.'

The Paralympic wheelchair maker

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Vince Ross' Paralympic experience led him to create a successful wheelchair-making business.

Mountain Gets A Downgrade To A Hill

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A mountain in Wales has been downgraded to a hill after a new satellite survey.

FDA approves Teva's generic of Mylan's EpiPen

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd's generic version of Mylan NV's life-saving allergy injection, EpiPen, at a time when regulators are looking to lower healthcare costs.

Chemistry professor develops contaminant detection technique for heparin

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In 2008, a contaminant eluded the quality safeguards in the pharmaceutical industry and infiltrated a large portion of the supply of the popular blood thinner heparin, sickening hundreds and killing about 100 in the US.

Nurse claims hospital sided with patient who complained about her race

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A Michigan nurse claims the hospital she works in granted her patient's wish to have her removed from her care because she is black.

The man bringing rap music to the deaf community

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As A$AP Rocky's "Praise the Lord" begins blaring through the speaker, Matt Maxey smiles. "Turn it up," he says, pointing his finger to the sky. Maxey is animated, kinetic. But he isn't just dancing; he's bringing the song to life. Every move has meaning.

HIV and a tale of a few cities

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In a pair of new modeling studies, researchers examined how policy reform in terms of drug decriminalization (in Mexico) and access to drug treatment (in Russia) might affect two regions hard hit by the HIV pandemic: Tijuana, Mexico and the Russian cities of O…

Medical News Today: Why does bass make you want to dance?

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Listening to a rhythm can produce synchronized rhythms in the brain. According to new research, low-frequency sounds help the brain lock onto the beat.

Mom delivers baby on bus with help of fellow passengers

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Passengers on a city bus in Minnesota have helped a woman deliver her baby after she went into labor.

Many people take drugs that interfere with their blood pressure pills

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(Reuters Health) - People who take pills to lower their blood pressure often take other drugs that reduce the pills' effectiveness, a recent study suggests.

When insurance wouldn't pay, parents funded cancer patient's lifesaving treatment

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Kate Weissman's parents paid $95,000 for her cervical cancer treatment after her insurer denied coverage. She's now cancer-free. One medical director who denied coverage isn't board-certified in "gynecologic oncology" and was once disciplined for her tattoo re…

New Haven police make arrest after overdose calls

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Police in the Connecticut city of New Haven have arrested one man in connection with a spate of synthetic marijuana overdoses that sickened scores of people at a park this week.

Should You Get That Scan? Your Doctor Might Not Be Great At Helping You Decide

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In a new study, researchers found that doctors are better at explaining the benefits of a common cancer screening that its potential downsides. But overtesting comes with risks and costs of its own.

Japan's Eisai sets price tag of about $17,000 on liver cancer drug (Aug. 16)

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(This version of the August 16th story corrects to change drug price in headline, first bullet, paragraphs 1 and 3 after company corrects it to $16,970 from $15,970)

In San Francisco, Opioid Addiction Treatment Offered on the Streets

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City health workers are handing out buprenorphine prescriptions to homeless people in hopes of getting them into treatment.

Art tours tied to easing of chronic pain

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(Reuters Health) - Art museums may have an analgesic effect on chronic pain, a small study suggests.

Teen accuses world-famous hospital of 'medical kidnapping'

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In a jaw-dropping moment caught on video, an 18-year-old high school senior rushes to escape from the hospital that saved her life and then, she says, held her captive.

Insight into development of lung cancer

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Lung cancer results from effects of smoking along with multiple genetic components. A new study identifies two main pathways for the role of chromosome 15q25.1 -- a leader in increasing susceptibility to lung cancer -- in modifying disease risk. One pathway is…

Like shark attacks and the lottery, unconscious bias influences cancer screening

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Study shows that doctors with personal experience of cancer are more likely to act against established guidelines to recommend that low-risk women receive ovarian cancer screening.

Eyeliner On Spiders: It's For Science

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NPR's Jennifer Ludden talks with University of Florida scientist Lisa Taylor about her lab's use of human makeup in experiments about spider coloration and mating.

Perinatal hypoxia associated with long-term cerebellar learning deficits and Purkinje cell misfiring

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The type of hypoxia that occurs with preterm birth is associated with locomotor miscoordination and long-term cerebellar learning deficits but can be partially alleviated with an off-the-shelf medicine, according to a study using a preclinical model.

Automated detection of focal epileptic seizures in a sentinel area of the human brain

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In a first-in-humans pilot study, researchers have identified a sentinel area of the brain that may give an early warning before clinical seizure manifestations from focal epilepsy appear. They have also validated an algorithm that can automatically detect tha…

Students more likely to eat school breakfast when given extra time, new study finds

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Using food weighting stations, the researchers collected information on the number of students who ate a school breakfast, how much they ate, and their exact nutritional intake.

It took 4 years, 3 miscarriages and 1,616 shots to make this baby

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This photo is testament to an undying hope in the face of heartbreak after heartbreak.

Parents break teen out of world-famous hospital

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Alyssa Gilderhus' family begged for her to be sent to Mayo Clinic. They never thought they'd have to help her escape a few months later.

For Babies, Solid Food at 3 Months May Lead to Sounder Sleep

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Babies who got solid food early were sleeping 17 minutes longer per night than those that had breast-fed through 6 months of age.

'Ticker' And Building An Artificial Heart

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NPR's Jennifer Ludden speak with author Mimi Swartz about her new book, Ticker. It tells the story of the quest to build an artificial heart.

Is a Haywire Body Clock Tied to Mood Disorders?

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Research published earlier this year linked disruptions in the body clock (circadian rhythms) with an increased risk of mood issues such as depression and bipolar disorders.

Rise in type 2 diabetes in young people in England and Wales

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Child health experts say the rise is "alarming" and more should be done to reduce obesity.

Congo Ebola outbreak: 78 cases, 44 deaths, 10 health workers infected

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There have been 78 cases of Ebola reported in the current outbreak in North Kivu and Ituri provinces of the Democratic Republic of Congo as of Wednesday, the World Health Organization said Friday.

Photo of newborn surrounded by IVF syringes goes viral

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A Glendale, Arizona, photographer's photo that shows a newborn surrounded by in vitro fertilization syringes has gone viral, detailing the hardship one woman underwent to be able to call herself a mother.

New way to grow blood vessels developed

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Formation of new blood vessels, a process also known as angiogenesis, is one of the major clinical challenges in wound healing and tissue implants. To address this issue, researchers have developed a clay-based platform to deliver therapeutic proteins to the b…

Exploring the relationship between fever and cancer incidence

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In a new paper, researchers propose a mechanistic hypothesis that focuses on the potential impact infectious fever has on a particular subset of T cells, known as gamma/delta T cells.

Medical News Today: Prediabetes: Being a 'night owl' may lead to weight gain

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Having a preference for evening activities, as well as sleeping at different times in the weekdays and weekends, may lead to weight gain in some people.

Rate of women addicted to opioids during pregnancy quadrupled in 15 years, CDC says

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Nationwide, the rate of opioid use disorder among women delivering babies more than quadrupled over the 15-year period ending in 2014, according to a Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report published Thursday by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.…

A novel synthetic antibody enables conditional 'protein knockdown' in vertebrates

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Researchers have developed a novel synthetic antibody that paves the way for an improved functional analysis of proteins.

China sacks six senior officials at food and drug regulator over vaccine scandal

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China said on Saturday it has sacked six senior officials at its food and drug regulator after a safety scandal at vaccine maker Changsheng Biotechnology Co Ltd revealed failings at the government body including inadequate supervision.

Militia threat hampers Ebola fight in Congo as disease kills 47

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Militia violence in Democratic Republic of Congo has prevented aid workers from reaching some potential cases in an outbreak of Ebola that has so far killed 47 people, the World Health Organization said on Friday.

8 Inspiring Quotes That Will Make You Feel More Grateful

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“It's not happiness that makes us grateful, it's gratefulness that makes us happy.”

Life expectancy drops in the US and the UK, rises in Australia, a new study finds

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Life expectancy fell across the majority of high-income countries, signaling a collective and simultaneous decline among affluent nations for the first time in decades, a new study finds.

New CRISPR technique skips over portions of genes that can cause disease

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In a new study in cells, researchers have adapted CRISPR gene-editing technology to cause the cell's internal machinery to skip over a small portion of a gene when transcribing it into a template for protein building. Such targeted editing could one day be use…

NYU offers free tuition for all its medical students

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The New York medical school will fund all students, due to fears of graduates' "overwhelming" debt.

Staying fit might cut glaucoma risk

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(Reuters Health) - Meeting physical activity guidelines and being physically fit may reduce the risk of developing glaucoma by 40 percent to 50 percent, recent research suggests.

The New Old Age: A Retirement Community Turned Away These Married Women

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According to the facility's "cohabitation policy," marriage is between one man and one woman, "as it is understood in the Bible."

Autism linked to egg cells' difficulty creating large proteins

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New work reveals that the genetic factors underlying fragile X syndrome, and potentially from other autism-related disorders, stem from defects in the cell's ability to create unusually large protein structures. They found that mutations in the gene Fmr1 creat…

Matter: The 'Zombie Gene' That May Protect Elephants From Cancer

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With such enormous bodies, elephants should be particularly prone to tumors. But an ancient gene in their DNA, somehow resurrected, seems to shield the animals.

E-cigarettes can be key weapon against smoking, say MPs

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E-cigarettes are much less harmful than tobacco and shouldn't be treated the same way, MPs warn.

As body mass index increases, blood pressure may as well

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Body mass index is positively associated with blood pressure, according to the ongoing study of 1.7 million Chinese men and women.

Dementia patients may benefit from music therapy

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(Reuters Health) - Music therapy may improve depression and anxiety in dementia patients, a new analysis suggests.

Low and high carb diets increase risk of early death, study finds

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A low-carb or high-carb diet raises your risk of death, a new study suggests, with people eating the food staple in moderation seeing the greatest benefits to their health.

Transgender veterans don't have worse health

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(Reuters Health) - Transgender military veterans do not have worse health than cisgender veterans, a recent U.S. study suggests.

Report Finds Traces of a Controversial Herbicide in Cheerios and Quaker Oats

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The herbicide glyphosate is the world's most popular weedkiller. There is widespread disagreement among lawyers, researchers and regulators over any potential links to cancer.

Novel nanoparticle-based approach detects and treats oral plaque without drugs

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When the good and bad bacteria in our mouth become imbalanced, the bad bacteria form a biofilm (aka plaque), which can cause cavities, and if left untreated over time, can lead to cardiovascular and other inflammatory diseases like diabetes and bacterial pneum…

Ask Well: How Do You Die From Leukemia?

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Though survival rates have improved markedly, a variety of problems can cause death.

FDA Approves 1st Generic EpiPen

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The first generic version of the EpiPen was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday, paving the way for more affordable versions of the lifesaving allergy emergency medication.

Scientists create new technology and solve a key puzzle for cellular memory

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With a new groundbreaking technique, researchers have managed to identify a protein that is responsible for cellular memory being transmitted when cells divide. The finding is crucial for understanding development from one cell to a whole body.

Whole blood test for toxoplasmosis is sensitive, specific

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Transmission of toxoplasmosis from mother to fetus can lead to severe congenital problems and fetal death, and tests for the parasitic infection during pregnancy are critical. Now, researchers have showed the efficacy of a low-cost whole blood test for toxopla…

Robots as tools and partners in rehabilitation

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Why trust should play a crucial part in the development of intelligent machines for medical therapies.

Lyme Disease Is Spreading Fast. Why Isn't There a Vaccine?

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The only vaccine was taken off the market more than 15 years ago. As reports of the disease skyrocket, researchers are working on a new one.

'Right' Amount of Carbs May Help You Live Longer

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Researchers who followed more than 15,000 people in the United States for a median of 25 years found that moderate consumption of carbohydrates (50 to 55 percent of calories) was associated with the lowest risk of early death. The better-known low-carb and hig…

Statins associated with improvement of rare lung disease

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Researchers have found that cholesterol-lowering statins may improve the conditions of people with a rare lung disease called autoimmune pulmonary alveolar proteinosis. The research also suggested that two new tests could help diagnose the condition.

Three factors could explain physician burnout in the US

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In just three years, physician burnout increased from 45.5 percent to 54.4 percent, according to a new article. They offer three factors that they say contribute to this burnout.

Iskra Lawrence Just Posted the Same Photo Before and After FaceTune: 'The Real You Is Good Enough'

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'Consumer Reports' Finds Heavy Metals in Baby Foods

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Heavy metals at levels called ''troublesome'' are lurking in foods commonly eaten by babies and toddlers, according to a new Consumer Reports investigation of 50 packaged foods made for children.

Medical News Today: How can people speed up dilation?

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When the cervix dilates to a certain extent, this is one sign that a baby is ready to be born. Dilation is usually gradual, and there are many ways to encourage it, including sexual stimulation, laughing, and using an exercise ball. In this article, learn how …

Medical News Today: Multiple sclerosis: Healthful diet tied to lower risk

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An Australian multicenter study found that those who ate more vegetables, fish, and other healthful foods had a lower risk of MS than those who ate less.

Low-carb diets could shorten life, study suggests

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Moderate carbohydrate consumption is best for health and longevity, researchers say.

Medical News Today: What causes rosy cheeks?

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Rosy cheeks can be the result of many benign causes, such as being hot. However, there are several causes that may require medical attention, including acne, rosacea, and lupus. We look at some of the causes of facial flushing and explain the steps that people…

Researchers are developing vaccines for human parasites

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Researchers outline their lessons learned while creating vaccine candidates for hookworm and schistosomiasis.

Paul Gilding: How Do We Continue To Grow If The Earth Has Reached Its Limit?

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Environmental activist Paul Gilding says the world has been growing too fast for too long. And now...the Earth is full. The only solution, he says, is to radically change the way we consume.

What Exactly Is K2, The Synthetic Cannabinoid?

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NPR's Audie Cornish speaks to Dr. Kathryn Hawk, an assistant professor of emergency medicine at the Yale School of Medicine, about synthetic marijuana, also known as K2.

Ulcers - Powerful Natural Remedies Revealed!

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Contact Lens Stuck Under Woman's Eyelid for Years

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Doctors determined she had a cyst. When they removed it, the cyst broke open and revealed a hard contact lens, according to a paper published recently in the journal BMJ Case Reports.

'Painful wait' for miscarriage support on Welsh NHS

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A mother who lost four babies in four years says she went through a "harrowing experience" trying to get help.

That stinks! One American in 15 smells odors that aren't there

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A new study finds that one in 15 Americans (or 6.5 percent) over the age of 40 experiences phantom odors. The study is the first in the US to use nationally representative data to examine the prevalence of and risk factors for phantom odor perception. The stud…

FDA approves Bristol-Myers' Opdivo for small cell lung cancer

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Bristol-Myers Squibb Co said on Friday the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved its treatment, Opdivo, for patients whose lung cancer had progressed even after undergoing chemotherapy and at least one other therapy.

4 Surprising Things Your Nose Can Tell You About Your Health

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No one appreciates their sense of smell when they pass a trash heap or accidentally step in dog poop. But your ability to smell (or not) can tell you a lot about your health.

For Online Daters, Women Peak at 18 While Men Peak at 50, Study Finds. Oy.

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The study, which looked at nearly 200,000 users, also showed that a man's desirability increased with greater education. For women, it was another story.

Babies Born Dependent On Opioids Need Touch, Not Tech

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A pediatrician is working to make sure every hospital in Kansas can give babies with neonatal abstinence syndrome the soft start they need, ideally right next to their mothers.

Why does alcohol give you the munchies?

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If you're like many people, the more you drink, the more you eat.

F.D.A. Approves Generic EpiPen That May Be Cheaper

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Teva Pharmaceuticals will sell a generic copy of Mylan's EpiPen, which became the target of public outrage over its price.

Tibetan sheep highly susceptible to human plague, originates from marmots

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In the Qinghai-Tibet plateau, one of the region's highest risk areas for human plague, Himalayan marmots are the primary carriers of the infectious bacterium Y. pestis. Y. pestis infection can be transmitted to humans and other animals by the marmots' parasiti…

How a 'jellyfish'-shaped structure relieves pressure in your cells

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Scientists have solved the structure of a key protein that senses when our cells swell.

Scotland's Ayrshire to give free tampons to tackle period poverty

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Scotland's North Ayrshire Council has become the first local authority in Britain to provide free sanitary provision in public buildings, hoping to tackle "period poverty".

Why some people with brain markers of Alzheimer's have no dementia

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A new study has uncovered why some people that have brain markers of Alzheimer's disease (AD) never develop the classic dementia that others do. The results showed that resilient individuals had a unique synaptic protein signature that set them apart from both…

Medical News Today: Can a person get pregnant while taking the pill?

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Birth control pills are generally very effective when a person takes them correctly and consistently. However, some things can reduce the pill's effectiveness and increase the risk of unintended pregnancy, including missing pill days, vomiting, and taking cert…

US drug overdose deaths rose 7% in 2017 and doubled over a decade, CDC reports

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More than 72,000 Americans died of drug overdoses in 2017, up nearly 7% from 2016, according to preliminary data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The 2017 preliminary death count for all 50 states and the District of Columbia represents…

Moderate carbohydrate intake may be best for health, study suggests

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A new study has found that diets both low and high in carbohydrates were linked with an increase in mortality, while moderate consumers of carbohydrates had the lowest risk of mortality. The study also found that low-carb diets that replace carbohydrates with …

'Lost' contact lens removed from woman's eyelid after 28 years

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A 42-year-old woman was hit by a shuttlecock when she was 14 and thought the lens had fallen out.

World's top pork firm shuts China slaughterhouse in race to contain deadly swine fever

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China has ordered the world's top pork producer, WH Group Ltd, to shut a major slaughterhouse as authorities race to stop the spread of deadly African swine fever (ASF) after a second outbreak in the planet's biggest hog herd in two weeks.

Escape from the Mayo Clinic: How CNN reported the story

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Since CNN published the "Escape from the Mayo Clinic" stories, Mayo Clinic issued several responses that are critical of CNN's reporting. Mayo's responses misrepresent several facts.

First generic EpiPen gets FDA approval

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The US Food and Drug Administration on Thursday announced the approval of the first generic version of EpiPen.

Eating Before Early Workout Helps Burn Carbs

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Having breakfast before a morning workout triggers the body to burn more carbohydrates during exercise and also speeds digestion afterward, a small British study finds.

New Drug of Last Resort Tackles Resistant HIV

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Families struggle with anxiety over chemicals in tap water

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When Parchment, Michigan, learned that its tap water had the contaminant PFAS at up to 200 times federally recommended levels, the city and state immediately took action. But for residents, it's created a sense of anxiety over their health and the health of th…

Breast Cancer Drug Promising in Phase 3 Trial

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An experimental drug could improve survival for women with breast cancer who have the BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations, a new study says.

Here's Another Reason Kidney Transplants Fail

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Researchers have found strong evidence that if a kidney transplant doesn't work, it may be due to the "wear and tear" on the organ before it's donated.

Aretha Franklin Dies of Pancreatic Cancer

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Aretha Franklin, the "Queen of Soul," died of pancreatic cancer. She had several recent health scares but did not reveal their causes.

FDA warns of pet owners using animals to get opioids

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The US Food and Drug Administration has raised alarm about one way people might access opioids to misuse and abuse: their pets.

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People with early Parkinson's appear to experience a thinning of their retinas, which are the light-sensitive nerve cells that line the back of the eye, South Korean researchers report.

How Karate Helped an Aging Expert Age Better

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The ancient Greek karate style known as pankration offers time-tested lessons on aging well.

Sick babies at risk from lack of breathing tube monitoring

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Half of neonatal units lack equipment to check babies are breathing properly, a study suggests.

Kids Who Lived With Smokers Face Greater COPD Risk

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People who said they had lived with a daily smoker throughout childhood were 31 percent more likely to die of COPD than those who did not grow up in a smoking household, new research from the American Cancer Society shows.

By Creating Habitats For Monarch Butterflies In Cities, Scientists Hope To Save Them

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As summer draws to a close, conservationists are getting ready for the annual Monarch butterfly migration. One scientist thinks the best way to help the migration is to create more Monarch habitats in big cities.

Opt-out donation plan 'will not increase donors'

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It is harder to judge the deceased's wishes if there is no free choice in the decision, a study claims.

Research Links Banned Insecticide DDT to Autism

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Women who had high exposure to the long-banned pesticide DDT appear to have a higher chance of having a child with autism, according to new research.

Lena Dunham marks nine months since hysterectomy

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It has been nine months since the actress had a total hysterectomy to remove her womb.

A Grand Noodle Riddle, Cracked: Here's How To Snap Spaghetti Into Just 2 Pieces

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Humankind has long been taunted by the puzzle. Well, we've got some breaking news, folks - or at any rate some big news about breaking: The answer involves one very big twist.

Any Weight Loss Can Be Healthful, but More Can Be Much Better

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Overweight people who lost 5 to 10 percent of their weight lowered their risk for metabolic syndrome by 22 percent. Those who lost 20 percent cut their risk by over 50 percent.

U.S. Opioid Abuse Fueling Life Expectancy Decline

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Life expectancy in the United States is declining, according to two new studies, largely because of drug abuse including opioid deaths. Suicide and alcoholism among people 25-64 were also key factors.

Liver transplants 'may be unnecessary thanks to new drug treatment'

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A cancer drug can unlock the liver's ability to regenerate, early stage research suggests.

Roundup Chemical in Your Cereal: What to Know

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Out of 61 food samples tested, 48 had some glyphosate in them. The most heavily contaminated were made with conventionally grown - as opposed to organically grown - oats.

Bleak New Estimates in Drug Epidemic: A Record 72,000 Overdose Deaths in 2017

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Fentanyl is a big culprit, but there are also encouraging signs from states that have prioritized public health campaigns and addiction treatment.

Scientists Race To Improve 'Living Drugs' To Fight Cancer

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Researchers are working on better ways to teach patients' immune systems to root out and kill malignant cells. A promising approach involves cells that attack cancer two ways at one time.

Mayo, Cleveland Clinics Again Top Hospital Rankings

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The next two spots are also repeats from last year. Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore holds the No. 3 spot, and Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston holds the No. 4 spot.

Reality Check: Public toilets mapped

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A BBC map helps you find out how many public toilets have been cut in your area.

Black Boys Feel Less Safe in White Neighborhoods, Study Shows

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African-American boys "will expect increased scrutiny, surveillance and even direct targeting as they traverse whiter spaces," researchers at Ohio State University found.

Amputation Not Best Option for Circulation Woes?

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Critical limb ischemia is the most severe form of peripheral artery disease (PAD) and can lead to ulcers, gangrene and amputation, the researchers said.

How the humble cabbage can stop cancers

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Researchers reveal how chemicals in some vegetables can prevent bowel cancer.

Abnormal Heat Forecast Worldwide Through 2022

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While global warming appeared to have eased early in the 21st century, a new forecasting method points to the likelihood of abnormally high average air temperatures worldwide.

Unsafe levels of a weed killer chemical in oat products, report says

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Some types of oat cereals, oatmeal, granola and snack bars contain higher levels of a chemical found in the weed killer Roundup than what the Environmental Working Group considers safe, according to a report released Wednesday by the advocacy group.

Study: Fluoride Crucial To Prevent Cavities

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Even if you brush your teeth regularly, fluoride is what helps you avoid cavities, a new study reports.

Generation Grandparent: Singing With My Grandbaby

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Researchers say that singing is among the most meaningful activities we share with children.

Bringing up your baby as a vegan

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Laceinne Cooper is raising her child on a plant-based diet. She explains how and why.

Study Hints at Why Women Suffer More Migraines

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Results of new research suggest that changing levels of the female sex hormone estrogen make cells around a key nerve in the head and connected blood vessels more sensitive to migraine triggers, scientists say. And that increases migraine risk.

What Predicts a Woman's Odds of Living To 90?

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A long-term study of about 22,000 postmenopausal women in the United States found that those whose mothers had lived to age 90 were 25 percent more likely to reach that milestone without suffering serious health issues. The chances are even higher if both pare…

Violent crime is like infectious disease -- we can stop it spreading

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In the 1980s and early 1990s, American epidemiologist Gary Slutkin was in Somalia, one of six doctors working across 40 refugee camps containing a million people. His focus was on containing the spread of tuberculosis (TB) and cholera.

Suicide Attempt Survivor Shares Her Story One Year After Face Transplant Surgery

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Eleven surgeons conducted the 31-hour face transplant in May 2017.

Women Exposed Early to Smoke May Face More RA Risk

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Childhood exposure to secondhand smoke might raise women's risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, new research finds.

Historic face transplant gives suicide survivor a 'second chance'

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As Katie Stubblefield brushed her fingers across her face, she could feel the wound.

Phys Ed: Why Sitting May Be Bad for Your Brain

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Taking a walk every 30 minutes can restore blood flow to the brain when you're sitting for hours.

Should You Choose a Female Doctor?

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Studies show that female doctors tend to listen more, and their patients - both male and female - tend to fare better.

This May Be the Secret to Feeling Younger and Living Longer

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A new study offers one way.

Essential Oils Promise Help, But Beware the Risks

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In the past year alone, U.S. retail sales of essential oils soared 14% to $133 million -- up from $55 million in 2015 -- according to market research firm SPINS.

Can 'detox teas' like Teami help you lose weight?

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They call her "Cardi Bardi, banging body / Spicy mami, hot tamale" -- and she's got an image to maintain.

Alcohol NI's 'biggest healthcare problem'

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Alcohol misuse is the "greatest healthcare problem facing Northern Ireland", a coroner has said.

Vaping May Shut Off Lungs' Protective Cells

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The vapor from e-cigarettes was much more harmful than e-cigarette fluid to lung cells -- and the more the cells were exposed to it, the more they were damaged, scientists report in a new study.

Women To Be Screened Yearly for Incontinence

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New guidelines from the Women's Preventive Services Initiative (WPSI) call for annual screening to determine whether a woman has urinary incontinence and whether it affects her daily activities and quality of life.

Inducing Labor at 39 Weeks May Offer Benefits

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First-time mothers who had labor induced at 39 weeks were less likely to need C-sections.

Suicide Risk Higher in People with Brain Injury

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A person's risk of suicide more than triples in the first six months after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), and it stays significantly higher over the long term, a new Danish study suggests.

Mums of quadruplets meet for the very first time

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Carla and Selina admit they can get through 700 nappies a month.

More Alzheimer's Gene Links Found

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The newly identified genes suggest that an inflammatory response and changes in the production of certain proteins contribute to brain deterioration in Alzheimer's patients.

Doctors: My Patient's Sisters

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It was vividly clear, in every touch and gaze, that a patient's family had made the right decision.

Mood Kill: Real life mental health stories inspire new play

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A writer's father opens up for the first time after she rewrote her show to encompass his mental health.

New Triple-Combo Pill Aids Blood Pressure: Study

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Target blood pressure for people in the United States is now 130/80, according to the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology.

What happened on Easter Island? New theory proposed

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For decades, mystery has swirled around what happened to the founding population of the remote Easter Island, known for its towering stone statues depicting large carved heads. A long-held theory suggests that after the islanders set up camp and carved the gia…

Study: Tdap Vaccine Doesn't Boost Autism Risk

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Children born to women who had a Tdap vaccination during pregnancy had no higher risk of autism than kids whose mothers were not vaccinated, a new study finds.

Can Eating Crickets Boost Your Health?

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Eating crickets may help improve the natural bacteria in your gut (microbiome) and reduce inflammation in your body, according to a small new study at the University of Wisconsin, Madison.

Weak Grip May Signal Health Trouble Even in Kids

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In a new study followed children from 4th grade through 5th grade, children with weak grips were over three times more likely to remain in poor health or to have declines in health than those with strong grips.

Trying to Be Happy Is Making You Miserable. Here's Why

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We may be overemphasizing happiness.

Man's leg amputated after dog poo got in wound

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Collin Smith has welcomed a move by his council to fine dog owners who do not pick up after their pets.

More Drug Makers Tagged as Valsartan Recall Grows

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More than 20 European countries, Canada, and the United States have recalled valsartan medications in recent weeks after NDMA was discovered in the drugs' ingredients manufactured by Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceuticals of Linhai, China.

Lung Cancer Screening' Risks Not Discussed Enough

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Lung cancer screening is recommended for high-risk current and former smokers. But the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and other organizations say that doctors need to explain the risks as well as the benefits. Those risks include a high rate of false posi…

Why I chose to go it alone with IVF

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Polly Kerr is one of a growing number of single women to have opted for IVF.

Study Links 3 Eye Diseases, Alzheimer's

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Patients with age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy or glaucoma had a 40 to 50 percent greater risk of Alzheimer's disease than those without the eye conditions, the authors of a new study report.

Court Rules EPA Must Ban Sales of Pesticide

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Even tiny levels of exposure to chlorpyrifos can damage babies' brains, research shows.

This Spirited Toddler Has Rare Brittle Bone Dis

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Three-year-old Byron Baxter has bones that break easily, sometimes with just a wave of his hand, his parents say. But he's inspiring social media fans with his fighting spirit and cheerfulness in videos and pics his family posts online.

'Snapchat Dysmorphia': Seeking Selfie Perfection

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In increasing numbers, people go to cosmetic surgeons requesting "fuller lips, bigger eyes, or a thinner nose" that they see in photo filters, according to new research. The trend, called "Snapchat dysmorphia," was first identified in 2015 and is now raising a…

Early Onset Type 1 Diabetes Tied to Heart Disease

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Compared with the control group, life expectancy averaged 16 years less for people diagnosed with diabetes before age 10. Those diagnosed at an older age died, on average, 10 years earlier than people without diabetes.

Women With Asthma More Likely to Develop COPD

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More than 4 in 10 women with asthma developed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and heavy smoking and obesity were among the significant risk factors, a new study found.

New Dads Can Get the Baby Blues, Too

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New research confirms that roughly 10 percent of new dads experience postpartum depression, and up to 18 percent have some type of anxiety disorder after the birth of a child.

Frequent Skin Cancers May Signal Risk of Others

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For the study, the researchers analyzed the DNA of 61 patients with frequent basal cell carcinomas, and found 20 percent had mutations in genes that help repair DNA damage in body cells. Cancer arises when such abnormal cells grow and spread unchecked.

Prenatal Vitamin D Pills Won't Boost Baby's Growth

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Using vitamin D supplements while a woman was pregnant or after her child was born didn't help the baby grow, a new Canadian study found.

Brain Evolution May Play Role in Mental Illnesses

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Illnesses such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder may be the result of changes in the human brain that took place during evolution, new research suggests.

The mentally ill 29-year-old helped to die

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In January Aurelia Brouwers drank poison supplied by a doctor and lay down to die. She was 29.

Exercise Can Chase Away the Blues, to a Point

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A new analysis of data from 1.2 million people in the United States found they reported 3.4 days a month of poor mental health on average. But those who were physically active had 1.5 fewer "down" days a month than those who were not active.

Choosing to Induce Labor May Cut C-Section Risk

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Women who chose to have their labor induced were less likely to need a C-section than women who let nature take its course, according to a new study in the New England Journal of Medicine. And there was no evidence labor induction carried any added risks for t…

U.S. Trauma Doctors Push for Stricter Gun Controls

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Strict regulation of semi-automatic guns, accessories and ammunition, plus research, innovation, technology and cooperation are needed to tackle gun violence in much the same way they have been used to reduce car crash deaths by 27 percent over the past 20 yea…

Online dating: Aim high, keep it brief, and be patient

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Researchers say that contacting people "out of your league", can be a successful online dating strategy.

My Day Job as a Fitness Trainer Helped Me Build Confidence as an Artist

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Kennedy Yanko is shaking up the art world with her fierce and elegant sculptures made from salvaged industrial metal.

Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Genes ID'd

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The team also found that mutations in the BRIP1 and RAD51C genes were associated with a more moderate risk of triple-negative breast cancer.

No going back in Argentina's abortion debate

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The BBC's Katy Watson speaks to supporters and opponents of the abortion bill ahead of a key vote.

What are the health benefits of turmeric?

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Turmeric is a popular spice similar to ginger, known for its bright yellow color and use in curry powders and mustards. Turmeric has been used for medicinal purposes for nearly 4,000 years.

The battle against skin-whitening cream

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Shops continue to sell the illegal cream as Trading Standards struggle to regulate the sector.

Are women turning their back on the pill?

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Use of coils, implants and injections has nearly doubled in a decade, NHS figures show.

How one autistic boy's glasses helped him read minds

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How taking part in a study for autistic children using Google glasses and an app helped one boy.

People Are Apparently Asking Plastic Surgeons to Make Them Look More Like Snapchat Filters

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According to plastic surgeons, 'Snapchat dysphoria' is a real thing—and it's becoming increasingly worrisome.

Woman, 18, Hospitalized After Attempting Viral 'In My Feelings Challenge' Based on Drake Song

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Alcohol and dementia - is moderate drinking safe?

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Alcohol abuse is bad for the brain - but could there be health benefits for moderate drinkers?

Top Gynecologists in India With Top Ratings and Patients' Reviews

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The Many Benefits Of Good Posture

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Having good posture is an important part of remaining healthy. Good posture helps you avoid back pain and premature wear on your bones, improves lung performance, and much more. In this article, we will explain what good posture is before explaining the many b…

Unintegrated Primitive Reflexes May Be Hindering Your Life

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I came across the subject of Primitive Reflexes a few times in the last year, and really took an interest about a month ago when I decided to do a course online about it. Doing anything in my body has always been hard for me, and learning about the unintegrate…

Simple Ways To Prevent Your Liver From Wrecking

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The liver is a large meaty organ that sits in the abdomen of vertebrates. Its primary function includes the excretion of hormones and drugs, enzyme activation, metabolism of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates and much more. To keep it healthy is a key to live a…

What Are the Conditions Treated by Spine Surgeons?

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Spine is an important part of the body's structure. There are 33 bones individual bones in the spine and they are stacked on top of each other. The primary function of spine is to provide support to the body and allowing us to do different physical movements s…

Never Kiss A Parrot

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Beware pets that can become health pests! Because if you give him an unwanted peck, he might give you Psittacosis. Whazzat? That's another way of spelling 'fatal attraction'... And while you're about it, you might as well also watch out for (Ouch!) pussy's cla…

A New York Times Critic Body-Shamed a Broadway Actress, and Fans Are Not Happy

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In her review for the Off-Broadway show Smokey Joe’s Cafe, Laura Collins-Hughes described many elements of the show — including costume design.

Arthroscopic ACL Surgery

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Varicosities: What They Are And What You Need To Know About Them

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"I'm sorry, sir, but you've got varicosities. They're not dangerous, but they will impact your life in different ways." Now, if you didn't know that a varicosity was another term for varicose veins, would that just absolutely scare the living daylights out of …

Lung Transplants - Risks That You Should Be Aware Of

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A lung transplant is achieved with a surgical procedure in which the failing lung of the patient is replaced with a healthy lung of a deceased donor. A lung transplant is usually the last resort after all other methods and procedures fail to make an improvemen…

Spider Vein Treatment Cost May Surprise You - Here's Why

29 days ago

Have you ever wondered how much a medical procedure cost before you actually got a bill for it? This type of transparency is hard to actually find, and for those interested in something like spider vein removal cost, having a little bit of insight about the ki…

Tess Holliday’s Son Hopped in Her Bathtub While She Was Trying to Get Some Self-Care Time&mdas…

30 days ago

Every mom can relate to this.

These Influencers Are Posing in Swimsuits That Show Off Their Scars and Cellulite—and It's the…

30 days ago

Because every body is a beach body.

6 Awesome Tips to Get Fit While Doing Housework

more than 30 days ago

Did you know that you can burn a lot of calories doing house chores? According to fitness experts, house chores can burn up to an average of 250 calories in an hour for a 150-lb individual. This post has highlighted some of the ways you can use your house chor…

20 Ways to Stay Fit With Minimal Effort

more than 30 days ago

Getting fit is not an easy task. It can take weeks or even months of hard training and paying attention to what you eat. Staying fit can be even harder.

Ways to Become Healthy in 14 Days

more than 30 days ago

Want to become a very healthy person? Follow these steps and you'll be on your way to becoming a very healthy person. Healthy Diet - The most important factor in transforming the body is your diet.

This Influencer Just Showed How Different Reality and Social Media Are—by Pulling Down Her Pan…

more than 30 days ago

This before-and-after proves an important point.

Chemical Poisoning

more than 30 days ago

Despite taking precautions like labeling poisonous chemicals and keeping them out of the sight and reach of children, chemical poisoning emergencies do arise. Let us prepare ourselves for the quick and decisive action that is called for.

Heat Stroke: Common Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

more than 30 days ago

Heat stroke, also known as sunstroke, is a dangerous malady that happens when your internal body temperature rises above 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius). Caused by high temperatures, if gone untreated, could lead to damage to many of your internal …

The Best Ways to Get Rid of Leg Cramps

more than 30 days ago

Have you ever been struck by a sudden, painful leg cramp? Most of us have at some point, and it's not a pleasant experience. All we can think about is how to get leg cramp relief.

Why You Should Find a Doctor Who You Can Get Along With

more than 30 days ago

It is always important to deal with people who you can easily get along with. When it comes to medical issues, this is not any different. You should find someone who you are very comfortable speaking to as this is the very first step to great communication. Th…

Why Is It Important to Save a Child's Cord Blood? Raise Awareness

more than 30 days ago

Save cord blood, Boon for the future. July is the National cord blood awareness month. Help and save others. The month of July is observed as the National Cord Blood Awareness Month.

Mom! Do I Have To Eat That?

more than 30 days ago

Vitamins and Minerals You know, I may be barking up the wrong tree but if you are a type B personality (more on that later) then chances are you need to take the vitamins and minerals given to you. But will you take them? Probably sporadically at best!

20 Foods That Are Good for Healthy Bones

more than 30 days ago

Our body is composed structurally of bones as the primary support. Bone health is considered essential for everyone since weak bones make our life miserable. Essential nutrients for healthy bones can be obtained through various natural foods.

The Health Benefits of Biophilia

more than 30 days ago

Biophilia refers to the love that a person may have for nature and all the natural processes that take place in nature. Biophilia suggests that all individuals are connected to nature as a result of their genetics. The connection between individuals and their …

A Healthy Lifestyle Is Not a New Year Resolution, It's a Discipline

more than 30 days ago

From the dawn of civilization, mankind always wanted to thrive a life of wellness and liveliness, all for a better tomorrow. However, we seem to be forgetting the idea, lately. Today we once again remind you of the sheer necessity of a Healthy Lifestyle and th…

Seven Days of Solitude, Silence and Water Fast

more than 30 days ago

I wanted to sit with my self and watch my inner sky, with the space to notice the patterns of my thoughts and the growing emptiness arising in between them. I wanted to clear and crystallise my mind and my body so that I could become an open channel for the wo…

This Is The First Thing You Should Do If You Have A Blood Clot In Your Leg

more than 30 days ago

So, you've got a blood clot in your leg. It's a heavy sentence that causes a lot of worry about one's health. Blood clots are nothing to take lightly, but it is important to know that if your doctor indicates that you're dealing with a blood clot in your leg, …

Convulsions - First-Aid Measures

more than 30 days ago

Convulsions, or to use a common, although distinctly un-medical term, "fits", often result in well-meaning bystanders doing more damage than good owing to erroneous and outdated beliefs. Let us clear these misconceptions and watch out for the correct first-aid…

What Habits Make You Crazy Nuts?

more than 30 days ago

I speak from experience -- don't wait until you have a major health crisis to let the excuses, and the bad habit, go. Close the door to that unfriendly behavior and enjoy the freedom of an open, healthy body and environment.

Include Cashews In Your Diet To Get The Following Health Benefits

more than 30 days ago

It is no secret, that cashews nuts are loved by all. Its salty and sweet taste tingle the taste buds of everyone. They are also the overloaded with essential nutrients, which are the important requirement of the body.

Not Sure How to Have a Healthy Life? Here You Can Get Some Ideas

more than 30 days ago

What is the most beautiful think we possess? It's life... that needs extra care and love. But, we usually fail to take maximum care of it. Rather emphasize on having an unhealthy lifestyle which naturally leads to complicated health problems. Though, it is a d…

Fail-Safe Tips For Deep Sleep - One Is Bound To Work For You

more than 30 days ago

When drifting off is a struggle, it may seem like one of life's greatest frustrations. It needn't. In most cases, choices made during the day can have a big impact on whether going to sleep is a pleasure or a nightmare.

This Woman Took Two Different Photos in the Same Outfit to Prove How Deceptive Social Media Is

more than 30 days ago

And how she stays positive--while also keeping it real--on Instagram.

STIs: Why is syphilis is on the rise?

more than 30 days ago

More cases of the infection were diagnosed in England last year than at any point since WW2.

7 Factors to Poor Posture and 2 Steps You Can Take Right Now To Better Your Own

more than 30 days ago

Poor posture affects more than how you look. Discover the hidden effects of poor posture on your health, and what you can do about it starting right now. Learn the major contributors to poor posture and the approaches you can take to achieve good posture.

Knee Replacement Cost Guide

more than 30 days ago

Knee replacement surgery has become quite common and more affordable in the last few years. It is now considered as a safe option for people with severe osteoarthritis of the knee joint. This is especially a boon for patients who have end-stage arthritis of th…

Baking Soda to the Rescue With These 6 Problems

more than 30 days ago

Baking soda is not just an ingredient you use in your cooking efforts to make the best chocolate chip cookies. Believe it or not, this item has a ton of uses in home cleaning, which you will do well to consider the next time you are engaged in any such activit…

Spinal Cord - How Is It Formed?

more than 30 days ago

Neural tube is the backbone for spinal cord. The morphogen's gradients' position matters a lot when it comes to the formation of the neural tube. The whole structure of morphogen is important to foster a well balanced cellular responses.

Hip Replacement Surgery - Risks And Recovery

more than 30 days ago

Hip Replacement Surgery is a surgical procedure, which is performed on the hip joints to substitute painful joints with the artificial joints. The procedure is compulsory for the patients, who are not getting any relief from the oral medication and are in need…

Tips for Good Health in 2018

more than 30 days ago

Taking charge of your health can be hard. It requires dedication, perseverance and a positive mental attitude. In this article, we shall look at some simple tips that will help you take control of your health and well being this year.

How to Become a Peak Performer All Throughout the Day

more than 30 days ago

Do you feel stressed out, unable to focus on chores at home or projects at work? Do you feel lethargic without energy? Fear not - you can easily turn that around. This article gives you several viewpoints so that you can actually transform yourself to be a pea…

This Woman Used to Hold Her Breath to Make Herself Look ‘Fitter’ on Instagram—Here…

more than 30 days ago

She's done with posing and is embracing body positivity.

How To Live An Overall Healthy Life

more than 30 days ago

There are the obvious ways in which you can stay healthy and "live a long happy life," but I want to talk about some of my favorite tips to being healthy. I know what it takes to be a healthy person, but it's even hard for me sometimes. I read other peoples' b…

Study Reveals the Genetics Underlying Cerebral Palsy and Autism

more than 30 days ago

Who does not enjoy mysteries, isn't it? Though the choice or type of mysteries differs from person to person, what remains same is the love for mysteries in general, right? Indeed, all of us even have our favorite detectives, or the people who solve a mystery.

5 Signs Of A Slow Metabolism And Hacks To Fix It

more than 30 days ago

Metabolism is the process of how your body burns stored fuel (including fats) to be used up as energy. When your body burns more fuel, you trim down. So if you've been busy at the gym, eating right but you can't seem to see results, you may want to check if yo…

Staying Healthy and Fit

more than 30 days ago

Staying healthy and fit is not so hard when you take it a bit slower. There are excellent forms of exercise that do not cost a mint.

Neuroplasticity: How to Improve It?

more than 30 days ago

Neuroplasticity is the ability of human brain to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life. It allows the neurons (nerve cells) in the brain to compensate for injury and disease, and to adjust their activities in response to new situa…

Holism, Health and Cannabis

more than 30 days ago

I believe that more and more people are discerning the difference between the medical and holistic models of health. Each has its time and place. When discovering the many benefits of medicinal cannabis, our overall wellness, lifestyle and broader culture can …

7 Important Tips of Staying Hydrated

more than 30 days ago

Water is life. About 98% of our Earth is filled with water and we are 70% water ourselves. Water is God's best creation and we all know how important it is to stay hydrated. Sometimes, we forget to drink enough water and land ourselves in situations that could…

Immune System Development

more than 30 days ago

Your immune system is your body's defense mechanism against harmful pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasitic worms, etc. The system is an interactive combination of various ways in which the body recognizes foreign cells, tissues and organis…

Common Health Benefits of Clapping That Can Change Your Life Leading to a Healthy Future

more than 30 days ago

Most people today would be surprised to realize that clapping or applauding with hands is a good exercise for the body that helps to stimulate the organs resulting in its smooth functioning hence scientific research have proved the fact that little babies who …

3 Best Foods for Kidney Stone Prevention

more than 30 days ago

Suffering from stone formation in the kidneys is one of the most common concerns for most people out there. Unhealthy food habits and inadequate water consumption are considered as the prime reasons behind the formation of stones in the urinary tract.

Uses and Benefits of Lemon

more than 30 days ago

Lemon, a citrus fruit when tasted brings a sour expression on your face. Though not consumed separately, the taste of lemon is unique from others. It has many kinds as well - Bonnie Brae, goes in San Diego, USA, Eureka, a common all place lemon, also called Fo…

Things to Eat While Dieting

more than 30 days ago

Gaining weight is an easy task, but losing weight can show you stars in the morning. It's not a cup of tea for everyone. You have to go the gym, exercise regularly, control your food which is the worst. You workout and after that, you get a food craving, but y…

Vegan or Non-Veg, It Doesn't Matter As Long As You Are Eating Healthy

more than 30 days ago

Nutrition is something which is the cry in today's fast running life of work and personal life. The balance creation is very necessary. Food is the fuel which we feed to our body that works like a fuel for it. The fuel must be apt for the body in order to work…

Surprising Healthier Lifestyle Choices You Can Make

more than 30 days ago

If you're thinking about making healthier lifestyle choices, it's could be time to be a case of out with the old and in with the new! So here are some surprisingly easy ways you can improve your well-being and make your habits the healthiest ones ever!

Is Life Damaging Your Spine?

more than 30 days ago

Is modern life becoming a pain in the neck? Are you like the millions of people who spend hours on end every day using a Smartphone or another mobile device? If so, you could be at risk of "text neck", a new age epidemic that could lead to permanent damage.

Polyphenols Promote Health - Found in Whole Fruits and Vegetables

more than 30 days ago

Eating polyphenol rich foods every meal and every snack will provide the biggest boost to the body. Supplements with a variety of polyphenols are fine but make sure you get them throughout the day. One dose per day doesn't help your health enough.

Can Whole Body CryoTherapy Help With Osteoporosis?

more than 30 days ago

The bones in our body are constantly breaking down and building back up again. When they don't build back up as fast as they break down, we call that osteoporosis and it can be quite debilitating and serious. As we age these issues can become more prevalent, o…

How Does Whole Body CryoTherapy Increase Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)?

more than 30 days ago

It goes without saying that rapid cooling of the body's surface causes blood vessels to constrict as the body goes into protection mode, and then once out of the Whole Body CryoTherapy sauna the blood rushes back to heat up those areas. No doubt this action in…

Internal Usage of Organic Aloe Vera Products

more than 30 days ago

In the old days Aloe Vera was primarily used for treatment of external ailments, such as wounds, burns, external infections and skincare. Nowadays Aloe Vera is used internally. By now Aloe Vera juice, made from the filet inside the leaves, is widely used for a…

Why and How Having Major Surgery Changed My Life for the Better

more than 30 days ago

Here's my story of why and how major surgery changed my life for the better. Recently I had two obstructed bowel surgeries in a month only eleven days apart. My luck the obstruction grew back, so know the second operation involved removing 6 inches of my bowel…

Clever Technique Uncovers the Role of Stem Cells in Cartilage Repair

more than 30 days ago

Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are found in the bone marrow. The fat and blood in our body helps create cells of various types these include cartilage producing chondrocytes cells. These cells help in restoring arthritis affected joints. There are many sources …

Proven Benefits of Fish Oil You Need to Know About

more than 30 days ago

It has always been a debatable topic whether consumption of fish oil is effective enough to combat various diseases than the intake of the prescribed medicines. Various research conducted by renowned medical bodies and institutions have cited that the Omega3 d…

Attractive New Regenerative Medicine Tool Uses Magnets to Shape and Stimulate Stem Cells

more than 30 days ago

How would it have been if we could develop embryoid bodies (EBs) from individual embryonic stem cells (ESCs) using technology? This could give birth to the development of the regenerative medicines and other therapies, which does not require an external suppor…

Impact of Umbilical Cord Blood-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells on Cardiovascular Research

more than 30 days ago

Despite having therapeutic advances in the medical fields, we continue to receive destructive outcomes for the patients with cardiovascular diseases. Not only have cardiovascular disorders such as myocardial infarction causing congestive heart failure, become …

Stories of Hope: Child Receives Transgenic Skin Over Most of His Body

more than 30 days ago

A child was saved from a life-threatening skin disease. The doctors replaced 80% of his skin made from his own cells. This is also known as transgenic replacement. This procedure shows the ability of the skin stem cells to cure a distressing disorder. This pro…

Common Private Cord Blood Banking Myths Debunked

more than 30 days ago

You may have noticed that there is a lot of marketing and promotions done by cord blood banks nowadays. But what is a cord blood bank exactly? Well, it is a medical bank where doctors extract the hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) from the newborn umbilical cord …

9 Plus Natural Ways to Prevent the Cold and Flu and Stay Healthy

more than 30 days ago

Learning natural ways to prevent the common cold, flu and staying healthy for you and your family can save you money and keep your own family happy. Having the flu or a cold causes your to miss work and your kids to miss school. Chores don't get done, everyone…

Building a Functional Lung is Now Possible With Bioengineering

more than 30 days ago

End-stage lung diseases are the third leading cause of deaths around the world. It has only one true cure, a lung transplant. This is not always an option for a majority of the patients as it is an expensive procedure with a survival rate of just 10% to 12% af…

Commercializing Stem Cell Therapy

more than 30 days ago

Stem cell based therapies have the potential to treat numerous disorders, especially blood and immune related disorders. A wide range of stem cell therapies including allogenic stem cell therapies, autologous therapies, and mesenchymal stem cell therapies has …

An Unexpected Link: Immune Cells Send a Muscle Injury Signal to Activate Stem Cell Regeneration

more than 30 days ago

Immune cells activate cells for muscle regeneration and repair which will aid in treating muscle disorders. Studies indicate that a gene Adamts 1 gets switched on in the satellite cells. This is a secret protein that activates satellite cells in case of muscle…

Snake Oil Sellers and Health

more than 30 days ago

This article looks at the plethora of online material selling the benefits of certain superfoods, supplements, diets and exercise programmes. Many of the claims made are unproven and the health and lifestyle gurus try to boost sales by knocking orthodox medici…

Health and Wellness Tips With A Long Fitness Life

more than 30 days ago

Your health is your wealth. A healthy man is a wealthy man, literally. You may think of a tycoon who owns so much material wealth but their health troubles them. What is the point of all the material wealth if you cannot enjoy it? The money spent on doctors co…

Argan Oil - The Most Exclusive Natural Oil

more than 30 days ago

The argan tree (logically known as argania spinosa) becomes just in one place on the planet: in the south-west of Morocco. The neighborhood ladies would process around 30 kilos of Argan organic products in right around 14 hours of unadulterated diligent work, …

Balance Is Key

more than 30 days ago

Maintain a healthy lifestyle between working out, going out, and dining out. When it comes to a healthy lifestyle, I find it important to work out once a day and eat healthy throughout the work week.

Study Shows Reduction in Memory Declines by Blocking Spike in Stem Cell Growth After a Brain Injury

more than 30 days ago

There are about 2 million Americans who suffer from Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) annually. The severity of the trauma may differ from patient to patient but leads to a wide range of motor, behavioral, cognitive as well as intellectual disabilities in the pat…

CIRM-Funded Scientists Discover a New Way to Make Stem Cells Using Antibodies

more than 30 days ago

We know how antibodies perform in our body to restrict the foreign invasions, so that we can protect ourselves from various illnesses caused by viruses and bacteria. Other than these usual physiological activities, they are found to have lent their hands in th…

Learn to Relax and Have Fun Playtime Outdoors

more than 30 days ago

Connect with nature and get your regular dose of natural stress relief while you're at it! This we should memorize as a daily mantra.

Setting The Record Straight on Meat Health

more than 30 days ago

Lets set the record straight on the health benefits of eating meat and dispel the myths that all meat is bad for you. Science shows it has benefits for your mind, immune system and heart to name a few. You would need to eat 5 pounds of Spinach to get your requ…

Cord Blood Banking for Potential Future Transplantation

more than 30 days ago

Despite all the planning and caution, life seems to be unpredictable at one phase or the other! And it's mostly, when individuals are faced with a health crisis, where the ailment at hand is chronic and irreversible. Humans try to secure the health of their ch…

Stories of Hope: Drilling Into My Skull and Injecting Stem Cells Helped My Stroke

more than 30 days ago

Life on one hand seems all bright and beautiful. And when faced with an irreversible ailment with no visible room for recovery, then it seems like uncertainty has had a tight grip on life. Ailments like cancers of all kind, immune system and blood disorders an…

Scientists Claim First CRISPR Editing of Human Embryos in the USA

more than 30 days ago

With CRISPR technology editing the DNA code of human embryo, can we hold our breath for an absolute eradication of inherited disorders like Thalassemia and similar conditions? The answer is still unclear as there is no such publication about the claims on deco…

How to Make 200k By Staying Healthy

more than 30 days ago

Staying healthy seems like a punishment to many until it is accompanied by the opportunity to earn you 200k. Given that both cost savings and staying healthy are desirable but challenging aspects with an impact on your financial wellbeing, several approaches c…

Study Reveals How to Reprogram Cells in Our Immune System

more than 30 days ago

Our immune system is calibrated to provide us with specific protection shields against harmful diseases, and other conditions too. On being influenced by the excessive active cells and intruder cells, interfering with its physical functions, our immune system …

New Insight Into How Immune Cells Are Formed

more than 30 days ago

After several attempts by various scientists and researchers, it is finally revealed that they have made a ground-breaking invention - The skin patch. It has the ability, not only to heal but also regrow damaged organs within a short span of time.

Common Signs You Are Nutrient Deficient

more than 30 days ago

It is a well-known fact that a healthy diet supplies energy to the body and provides the necessary ingredients for cells to develop. Nutrient deficiencies can have an adverse effect on your day-to-day activities but if you are very watchful enough, you will se…

Causes and Treatment of Iron-Deficiency Anemia

more than 30 days ago

Anemia is a body condition characterized by low-level of hemoglobin in the red blood cells. Iron-deficiency anemia occurs when your body does not have enough iron and since iron is responsible for producing hemoglobin, the rest of your body will not be able to…

How You Can Get Started With Essential Oils

more than 30 days ago

Essential oils are compounds derived from the roots, leaves, barks, seeds or peels of plants. They assist plants to ward off pests and stay healthy. They have many physical, mental as well as emotional benefits on man and are very powerful, hence, they should …

How You Can Prevent Vitamin D Deficiency

more than 30 days ago

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin which is produced when your skin is exposed to the sun. It can also be found in some foods and it is notorious for helping the body to absorb calcium from foods in order to maintain healthy bone cells. It also sustains muscle…

How You Can Become Taller Naturally

more than 30 days ago

Your height has a lot to do with so many factors like your genes, diet, age, activity levels and so on. As a result of this, there are some things you can do to boost your height if you really desire it and if you are still at the growing stage.

Are You Eating Your Way to Health or Into an Early Grave?

more than 30 days ago

Many people are eating their way into an early grave with foods laced with additives, preservatives, chemicals, sweeteners, and fats. Food is both the problem and also the solution. There are 3 key nutrients and vitamins essential to achieving optimal health. …

Antioxidant Products

more than 30 days ago

This effectively minimizes rancidity, retards lipid oxidation, without any damage to the sensory or nutritional properties, resulting in maintaining quality and shelf-life of meat products. However, intrinsic factors are available in live muscle to prevent lip…

Banking a Baby's Cord Blood May Save Their Life - Is It Worth It?

more than 30 days ago

Amidst all the other do's and don'ts, expecting parents have yet another decision to ponder on! That of cord blood banking. Keeping in mind the innumerable success stories that are circling round the globe, of how sibling's cord blood stem cell has saved her e…

Know More About Different Types Of Knee Surgeries

more than 30 days ago

As we get older, our body parts stop functioning in the manner they did before, especially our knees become quite weak with age. For proper functioning, we need to get knee surgery. Let's learn more about different types of knee surgeries.

Stories of Hope: Little Sister's Stem Cells Offer Hope

more than 30 days ago

The medical world is buzzing with success stories of how cord blood stem cells have been used to heal a cluster of ailments, from leukaemia to Type 1 and 2 diabetes and many more. This is has made parents-to be consider cord blood banking when their baby is bo…

Are You Getting Enough Probiotics?

more than 30 days ago

Probiotics are the "good" or "healthy" bacteria that live in our gut and keep our gastrointestinal tract in optimal health. It's estimated that this nice mix of microflora growing in our intestines amounts to some 100 trillion bacteria--10 times more than the …

How You Can Combine Foods For Optimal Nutrition

more than 30 days ago

Combining foods makes eating more interesting and gives room for creativity. However, there are great nutritional values in combining foods and how they are combined matters a lot. There are some food nutrients that may not be easily absorbed by the body but w…

How To Increase The Level of Your Endorphins

more than 30 days ago

Endorphins are chemicals that are naturally created by your nervous system in order for you to deal with stress and pain. They are generally referred to as "feel-good" chemicals because they can boost happiness and relieve pains. They are generally created in …

8 Painless Ways to Cut Carbs

more than 30 days ago

A list of 8 ways, with brief details, on how to cut carbohydrates out of your diet. Let me break it down so you don't have to. A quick read for big changes.

5 Magic Numbers Every Dieter Needs to Know

more than 30 days ago

Does this sound familiar? You've been watching yourself all week (avoiding junk, skipping seconds) and still, your weight is exactly the same as it was a week ago-or worse, even inched up a pound or two. It's hard to remember that weight loss is a long-term pr…

How to Dine Out and Stay Healthy

more than 30 days ago

Over the last several years, researchers with New York City's Health Department decided to find out just how much sodium is contained in an average fast-food meal. To do this, they measured the sodium content of 6,500 (!) fast-food meals.

When Inflammation Goes Bad

more than 30 days ago

When body tissue is invaded by harmful foreign substances like bacteria and viruses, the immune system automatically sends white blood cells to the scene, where these cells then release chemicals to counter the foreign invaders. This natural "inflammatory resp…

Are Protein Powders Made From Vegetables Recommended?

more than 30 days ago

In my clinical nutrition practice, when a client needs a protein-powder supplement, I generally recommend whey protein isolate powder, even though it's made from an animal source. I like the fact that whey protein contains all nine amino acids that our bodies …

You Are What You Eat, Revisited

more than 30 days ago

A new four-year study from Brigham and Women's Hospital and the Harvard Schools of Medicine and Public Health has identified some specific foods and food types that are more responsible for the excess weight we gain than are most others. This prospective, long…

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