Medical News
A way to kill chemo-resistant ovarian cancer cells: Cut down its protector
e! Science News - 25 Sep 2014 23:06
Ovarian cancer is the most deadly gynecological cancer, claiming the lives of more than 50% of women who are diagnosed with the disease. A study involving Ottawa and Taiwan researchers, published in the journal Proceedin...
Third U.S. Ebola patient is now Ebola-free: Dr. Rick Sacra released from hospital
Tech Times - 25 Sep 2014 21:38
Third American stricken with Ebola said cured, is released from Nebraska hospital. Dr. Rick Sacra speaks of going back to Africa to continue medical missionary work.
Heart problems? Dry skin? New wearable device will tell you when something's wrong
Tech Times - 25 Sep 2014 20:16
A new wearable skin sensor takes body temperature to create an instant health report. The small device stretches and moves with the skin.
Do people drink more after work days or workout days?
Tech Times - 25 Sep 2014 15:27
Days with more physical activity are likely to end with an alcoholic beverage, one study finds. Thursdays through Saturdays, alcohol consumption increases.
Skirt size increase during midlife increases breast cancer risk
Tech Times - 25 Sep 2014 13:53
A woman's changing skirt sizes allows her to easily monitor her weight gain over the years and could serve as a gauge of breast cancer risks.
Multitasking with media causes brain structure to change significantly
Tech Times - 25 Sep 2014 13:15
Although media multitasking has become prevalent, findings of a new study suggest that high simultaneous use of media devices such as laptops and smartphones could lead to changes in the structure of the brain.
Best exercise to combat teen obesity
Tech Times - 25 Sep 2014 13:05
Teenage obesity is an epidemic that can lead to life-threatening problems later in life. A team of Canadian researchers have conducted a study showing the best exercise plan for teens wanting to lose weight.
Ebola Cases Could Reach 1.4 Million in Months, CDC Predicts
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Ebola Cases Could Reach 1.4 Million in Months, CDC PredictsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/23/2014 12:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Drinking Alcohol More Common on Exercise Days
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Drinking Alcohol More Common on Exercise DaysCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/23/2014 7:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Long ICU Stays May Alter Gut Microbes
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Long ICU Stays May Alter Gut MicrobesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/24/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Lung Infections May Hamper Ability to Detect Lung Cancer
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Lung Infections May Hamper Ability to Detect Lung CancerCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/23/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Report Identifies Game Changers for U.S. Health Care
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Report Identifies Game Changers for U.S. Health CareCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/23/2014 12:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Blood Test for Yeast Infections Approved
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Blood Test for Yeast Infections ApprovedCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/23/2014 12:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Diabetes Rates Leveling Off in U.S.
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Diabetes Rates Leveling Off in U.S.Category: Health NewsCreated: 9/23/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Help Prevent Gum Disease
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Help Prevent Gum DiseaseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/24/2014 7:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Better-Educated People More Open to Dubious Health Info on Web: Study
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Better-Educated People More Open to Dubious Health Info on Web: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/24/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Check Your Child for Head Lice
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Check Your Child for Head LiceCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/24/2014 7:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Anti-Smoking Policies May Also Curtail Drinking
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Anti-Smoking Policies May Also Curtail DrinkingCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/23/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
FDA Warns Doctors of Danger From Fake Drugs
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: FDA Warns Doctors of Danger From Fake DrugsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/23/2014 2:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Younger Age at First Drink, Higher Odds for Problem Drinking: Study
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Younger Age at First Drink, Higher Odds for Problem Drinking: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/23/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
Breast Milk a Risk for Spreading Common Virus to Preemies, Study Finds
MedicineNet - 25 Sep 2014 09:00
Title: Breast Milk a Risk for Spreading Common Virus to Preemies, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/23/2014 12:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/24/2014 12:00:00 AM
A single statistic can strengthen public support for traffic safety laws
e! Science News - 25 Sep 2014 07:56
Public support for effective road safety laws, already solid, can be strengthened by a single number: a statistic that quantifies the traffic-related injury risks associated with a given law, according to a new study fro...