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Gene variant in Latina women protects them from breast cancer: Study
Tech Times - 21 Oct 2014 11:59
It's in their DNA. Latina women are naturally more adept than women from other ethnicities in keeping breast cancer risks at bay, thanks to a gene variant.
Two Michigan high school students develop screening tools to detect lung and heart disease
EurekAlert! - 21 Oct 2014 06:00
(American College of Chest Physicians) Two Michigan high school students, sisters Ilina and Medha Krishen, have developed screening tools using electronic stethoscopes to detect lung and heart disease. The sisters will p...
Alternate approach to traditional CPR saves lives
EurekAlert! - 21 Oct 2014 06:00
(American College of Chest Physicians) A new study shows that survival and neurological outcomes for patients in cardiac arrest can be improved by adding extracorporeal membrane oxygenation when performing cardiopulmonar...
Paralyzed man walks again: Breakthrough surgery puts nose cells in spinal cord
Tech Times - 21 Oct 2014 23:11
Man has spinal cord repaired using cells from his own nasal cavity. Paralyzed by a knife attack, Polish firefighter can now walk, drive a car.
Ancient Europeans suffered from lactose intolerance for 5000 years
Tech Times - 21 Oct 2014 22:53
Humans started consuming dairy products before developing the genes needed to process it, according to a new study.
Prepping for Ebola as a precaution: NYC healthcare workers meet for mass training
Tech Times - 21 Oct 2014 22:24
Mass training session in New York City prepares emergency responders, city workers for possible Ebola cases. Latest protocols from the CDC are explained.
Controlling Ebola in West Africa most effective way to decrease international risk: Paper
e! Science News - 21 Oct 2014 19:43
Controlling the Ebola virus outbreak at the source in West Africa is the most effective way to decrease international risk of transmission, according to a research paper published in The Lancet.
Psychological Stress Could Contribute to Developing Diabetes
Discover - 21 Oct 2014 16:25
It's well known that a stress-filled lifestyle can lead to high blood pressure, insomnia and a host of other chronic health issues. Now, you can add type 2 diabetes to that list. Past studies have partly linked stress wi...
Viagra not just for erectile dysfunction, blue pill might protect your heart, says experts
Tech Times - 21 Oct 2014 16:21
Viagra can also help men to get protection from heart conditions as well. The current study involved only men but researchers want to conduct further study on both men and women.
Obama Urges Calm in Ebola Scare, Opposes Travel Ban
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: Obama Urges Calm in Ebola Scare, Opposes Travel BanCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/18/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
Dieters May Be Thwarted by Absence of Healthy Foods
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: Dieters May Be Thwarted by Absence of Healthy FoodsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/18/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
Scientists Grow, Implant Human Intestinal Tissue in Mice
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: Scientists Grow, Implant Human Intestinal Tissue in MiceCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/19/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
Obama Appoints 'Ebola Czar'
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: Obama Appoints 'Ebola Czar'Category: Health NewsCreated: 10/17/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
Athletic Trainers' Group Advises Heart Tests for Young Athletes
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: Athletic Trainers' Group Advises Heart Tests for Young AthletesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/17/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
'Desensitized' Parents Let Kids Watch More Movie Violence, Sex
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: 'Desensitized' Parents Let Kids Watch More Movie Violence, SexCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
WHO Admits Botched Response to Ebola in Africa
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: WHO Admits Botched Response to Ebola in AfricaCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/17/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Listen to Your Child About Food Allergies
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Listen to Your Child About Food AllergiesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
Vitamin D Might Help Kids With Eczema
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: Vitamin D Might Help Kids With EczemaCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/17/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
Upbeat Walking Style Might Lift Your Mood
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: Upbeat Walking Style Might Lift Your MoodCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/17/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
Frequent Dining Out Might Widen Your Waistline, Study Finds
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: Frequent Dining Out Might Widen Your Waistline, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/17/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
Dads Face Guilt About Workouts, Just Like Moms Do
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: Dads Face Guilt About Workouts, Just Like Moms DoCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/17/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM
Cruise Ship Passenger Linked to Ebola Back on Shore
MedicineNet - 21 Oct 2014 09:00
Title: Cruise Ship Passenger Linked to Ebola Back on ShoreCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/19/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/20/2014 12:00:00 AM