Medical News
A blood test for suicide?
EurekAlert! - 30 Jul 2014 06:00
(Johns Hopkins Medicine) Johns Hopkins researchers say they have discovered a chemical alteration in a single human gene linked to stress reactions that, if confirmed in larger studies, could give doctors a simple blood ...
Starting today in New York City you've got five sick days. Other cities eye similar law
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 18:57
Under the law, companies with at least five employees are required to provide each worker with up to five days of paid sick leave each year.
Electrical pattern in brain discovered to mark susceptibility to stress
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 17:26
Researchers at Duke University Medical Center found that the electrical signaling pattern between two brain regions related to fear and stress determine the brain's response to chronically stressful situations, shedding ...
Cheesecake Factory takes a prize but restaurant chain likely not thrilled about winning
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 16:03
Big calories, salt and sugar are why Cheesecake Factory entrees took three out of nine winning spots on an extreme food ranking. But the most unhealthy meal may be over at Red Robin, according to the list.
Targacept reports failure of overactive bladder drug, set to kill program
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 15:56
Targacept is stopping the development of a medication for overactive bladders after the drug failed to show a major reduction in incontinence.
Michael Douglas speaks before cancer conference, Catherine Zeta-Jones admits struggle
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 15:49
Michael Douglas and his wife Catherine Zeta-Jones stood up in front of 3,000 doctors to share their personal journey of battling life-threatening cancer.
Soda is losing appeal in America, says survey
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 15:38
Gallup's new survey shows that the number of Americans who say no to sodas has increased from 41 percent in 2002 to 63 percent this year. Americans also try to cut back on sugar intake.
AstraZeneca partners with Roche, Qiagen for co-development of lung cancer diagnostics
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 15:31
Qiagen and AstraZeneca are collaborating on the development and commercialization of a treatment to be paired with Iressa.
Study reveals facial features that determine first impressions about you
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 15:09
It turns out our first impressions of people based on faces are inevitable, a new study reveals. Want to know what kind of impression your face signifies to others?
People with dementia 60 percent more likely to need pacemaker: Study
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 13:42
A new research has found out that patients suffering from dementia are highly likely to get pacemakers compared to those without the condition. The study has involved over 16,000 people.
Proposed federal law will legalize certain marijuana strains including oil for epilepsy
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 13:38
A proposed bill may soon legalize medical marijuana. A certain marijuana strain can help in the treatment of epilepsy, which affects thousands of people in the U.S.
Surgeon General tags skin cancer as major public health problem
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 13:23
The office of acting U.S. Surgeon General Boris Lushniak issued a call to action on Tuesday that put skin cancer in the spotlight and enumerated measures to prevent the disease.
Brown recluse spider bites on the rise, but most victims heal without medical treatment
Tech Times - 30 Jul 2014 13:14
In some cases a bite from a brown recluse spider, or violin spider, can present life-threatening symptoms, say medical experts. Children who are bitten should be watched carefully for specific symptoms.
Over-the-Counter Flonase Allergy Relief Approved
MedicineNet - 30 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Over-the-Counter Flonase Allergy Relief ApprovedCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/29/2014 11:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/29/2014 12:00:00 AM
Inflammatory Muscle Disorder May Raise Risk for Heart Attack, Stroke
MedicineNet - 30 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Inflammatory Muscle Disorder May Raise Risk for Heart Attack, StrokeCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/28/2014 12:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/29/2014 12:00:00 AM
Facial Dimensions May Be Key to First Impressions
MedicineNet - 30 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Facial Dimensions May Be Key to First ImpressionsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/28/2014 4:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/29/2014 12:00:00 AM
Heat Stroke a Greater Threat to Endurance Runners Than Heart Problems: Study
MedicineNet - 30 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Heat Stroke a Greater Threat to Endurance Runners Than Heart Problems: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/28/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/29/2014 12:00:00 AM
FDA Expands Use of Imbruvica for Form of Leukemia
MedicineNet - 30 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: FDA Expands Use of Imbruvica for Form of LeukemiaCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/28/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/29/2014 12:00:00 AM
Healthy School Lunches Get Thumbs Up From Students
MedicineNet - 30 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Healthy School Lunches Get Thumbs Up From StudentsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/28/2014 5:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/29/2014 12:00:00 AM
CDC Downplays Ebola's Threat to the United States
MedicineNet - 30 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: CDC Downplays Ebola's Threat to the United StatesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/28/2014 4:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/29/2014 12:00:00 AM
Healthy Habits May Slow Cellular Signs of Aging, Study Finds
MedicineNet - 30 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Healthy Habits May Slow Cellular Signs of Aging, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/29/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/29/2014 12:00:00 AM
Early Hormone Therapy May Be Safe for Women's Hearts
MedicineNet - 30 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Early Hormone Therapy May Be Safe for Women's HeartsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/28/2014 5:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/29/2014 12:00:00 AM