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A biosensor made of specially patterned graphene was found to be five times more sensitive in detecting molecules that indicate risks for cancer compared with the conventional bioassay test ELISA.

A new study shows that a blood test can identify psychosis risk with high accuracy. More research needs to be done to verify the results, but it may soon be possible to catch psychosis risk early on.

Worrying about losing your job can increase you chances of developing asthma, study says. Stress a recognized trigger of asthma symptoms, doctors say.

Climate change may affect the health of humans in the future. By 2050, 3,000 to 5,000 Americans are estimated to die of heat waves each year.

A new study claims that administration of statins on hemorrhagic stroke patients is critical to improve survival rate and possible early discharge from physical rehabilitation.

New research suggests that the drug Metformin, which is commonly prescribed for patients with Type 2 diabetes, is associated with increased risks for low levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone for those with underactive t...

A new study shows that 4 out of 5 heart attacks in men can be prevented through five simple steps. These include maintaining a healthy diet, keeping the waist slim, regular exercise and staying away from alcohol and toba...

A study suggests that tattoo ink may possibly be responsible for skin cancer. Researchers suggest that tattoo ink may contain carcinogens.

The number of extremely hot days in Eastern and Midwestern U.S. cities is projected to triple by mid-century, according to a new study led by University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers and published today in the Journal...

Study finds men who adopt all five of the recommended healthy behaviors which include adopting a healthy diet, engaging in physical exercise, not smoking, drinking in moderation and maintaining an ideal waistline have 79...

Brainwave test can help doctors with accurate and early diagnosis of autism. Children suffering from autism take slightly more time to process sensory information such as sights and sounds.

Title: Some U.S. Troops May Face Greater Skin Cancer RiskCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/19/2014 2:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/22/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Scientists Spot How Bacterial Pneumonia Damages the HeartCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/19/2014 12:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/22/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Pediatricians Urge Flu Vaccine for All Kids 6 Months and OlderCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/22/2014 9:36:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/22/2014 12:00:00 AM

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Title: Brain Structure Might Help Predict Risky BehaviorCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/19/2014 2:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/22/2014 12:00:00 AM

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Title: Could Low Iron Intake During Pregnancy Raise Autism Risk?Category: Health NewsCreated: 9/22/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/22/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Health Tip: Don't Fall for Food Safety MythsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/22/2014 7:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/22/2014 12:00:00 AM

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