Medical News
CDC bird flu blunder was result of sloppy science
Tech Times - 15 Aug 2014 22:55
The CDC has conducted an internal investigation following the possibility that two types of bird flu were cross-contaminated. This comes after a series of other mistakes by the CDC.
New vaccine may ward off Chikungunya virus
Tech Times - 15 Aug 2014 22:49
The Chikungunya virus has reached the United States where four domestic cases of the virus were reported last month in Florida. However, a new vaccine that has shown promise may soon solve the issue.
Marijuana-like drug overdoses NH into state of emergency
Tech Times - 15 Aug 2014 22:05
The state of New Hampshire has declared a state of emergency over a synthetic marijuana-like drug. The drug, called spice, has already caused more than 40 overdoses.
Early respiratory problems up risk of later lung cancer
Tech Times - 15 Aug 2014 20:33
Scientists have started looking at another factor when identifying patients at risk for lung cancer - previous respiratory disease. Scientists have found associations between having one or more of these diseases and lung...
How much salt intake is really good for you? Experts differ
Tech Times - 15 Aug 2014 13:33
A new study claims that the national guidelines provided on daily salt intake to prevent cardiovascular diseases and other related conditions may not be that reliable after all. Here's why.
New study links obesity to higher risk of developing common cancers
Tech Times - 15 Aug 2014 11:39
A new study says that obesity develops higher risks of cancer. Reports suggest that obesity leads to about 12,000 cancer cases in the UK.
Sperm's Anti-Germ 'Shield' Might Play Role in Fertility
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Sperm's Anti-Germ 'Shield' Might Play Role in FertilityCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/13/2014 2:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
Studies Question Need to Watch Your Salt
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Studies Question Need to Watch Your SaltCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/14/2014 11:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
Are We Overdoing Salt Restrictions?
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Are We Overdoing Salt Restrictions?Category: Health NewsCreated: 8/13/2014 5:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
FDA Approves New Kind of Insomnia Drug
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: FDA Approves New Kind of Insomnia DrugCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/13/2014 7:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Protect Yourself From Hamstring Injury
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Protect Yourself From Hamstring InjuryCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/14/2014 7:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
Malnutrition Threatens Many U.S. Seniors Seen at ERs
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Malnutrition Threatens Many U.S. Seniors Seen at ERsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/13/2014 12:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
New At-Home Colon Cancer Test: FAQ
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: New At-Home Colon Cancer Test: FAQCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/14/2014 11:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
Tough Laws Continue to Target Tobacco Sales to Minors
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Tough Laws Continue to Target Tobacco Sales to MinorsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/14/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
CDC Commits More Than 400 Staffers to Fight Ebola Outbreak
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: CDC Commits More Than 400 Staffers to Fight Ebola OutbreakCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/13/2014 5:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
Researchers Unlock Clues to How Ebola Disarms Immune System
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Researchers Unlock Clues to How Ebola Disarms Immune SystemCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/13/2014 12:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
Popular Southern Fare May Harm Your Kidneys
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Popular Southern Fare May Harm Your KidneysCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/14/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
Many Expectant Moms Don't Get Steroids That Protect Preterm Babies
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Many Expectant Moms Don't Get Steroids That Protect Preterm BabiesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/13/2014 12:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
High-Dose Flu Vaccine May Better Protect the Elderly: Study
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: High-Dose Flu Vaccine May Better Protect the Elderly: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/13/2014 5:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Living Green
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Living GreenCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/14/2014 7:36:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
Children Prescribed Growth Hormone May Face Stroke Risk Later: Study
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Children Prescribed Growth Hormone May Face Stroke Risk Later: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/13/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM
Study Hints at Link Between Poor Sleep, Suicide Risk
MedicineNet - 15 Aug 2014 09:00
Title: Study Hints at Link Between Poor Sleep, Suicide RiskCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/13/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 8/14/2014 12:00:00 AM