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Increased prevalence in autism diagnoses linked to reporting in Denmark
e! Science News - 4 Nov 2014 20:41
About 60 percent of the increase in the observed prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) in Danish children appears to be largely due to changes in reporting practices, according to a study published online by JAM...
Study links recreational drug use during pregnancy to birth defects
Tech Times - 4 Nov 2014 17:03
Use of recreational drugs by women during pregnancy can result in brain birth defects in newborn babies. The latest study took hair samples of women to detect drug usage during pregnancy.
Myth buster: Resveratrol found in red wine may reverse benefits of exercise
Tech Times - 4 Nov 2014 14:27
Although Resveratrol is popularly believed to enhance the effects of physical exercise, new findings suggest that the compound, present in red wine and now available in supplement form, can impede the body's response to ...
Europe loves 'Breaking Bad' and crystal meth use is on the rise
Tech Times - 4 Nov 2014 13:04
Crystal meth usage rises in the Europe. Some experts blame popular American crime drama TV series Breaking Bad for the spike of crystal meth use.
$37 million: Amount Dignity Health will settle for overbilling Medicare, military health program
Tech Times - 4 Nov 2014 11:53
Dignity Health will have to pay $37 million in settlement of charges against the hospital chain related to overcharging patients. The case was brought to light through a lawsuit filed by a former employee.
Liberal or conservative? Reaction to gross photos may hold clue: Study
Tech Times - 4 Nov 2014 11:51
The brains of liberals and conservatives react differently when they look at disgusting images. Researchers said a person's response to gross images could predict with 95 percent accuracy his political orientation.
PNAS: From HIV to cancer, IL-37 regulates immune system
e! Science News - 4 Nov 2014 11:13
A University of Colorado Cancer Center study published in a recent issue of Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences describes the activity of a recently discovered communication molecule of the body's immune syst...
Thirdhand smoke: Toxic airborne pollutants linger long after the smoke clears
e! Science News - 4 Nov 2014 11:12
Ever walked into a hotel room and smelled old cigarette smoke? While the last smoker may have left the room hours or even days ago, the lingering odors -- resulting from noxious residue that clings to walls, carpets, fur...
Is Tau the 'How' Behind Alzheimer's?
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: Is Tau the 'How' Behind Alzheimer's?Category: Health NewsCreated: 10/31/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
High School Football Players Aren't Well-Educated About Concussion
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: High School Football Players Aren't Well-Educated About ConcussionCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/1/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
Typical ADHD Care Leaves Room for Improvement, Study Finds
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: Typical ADHD Care Leaves Room for Improvement, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
Weight-Loss Surgery Lowers Type 2 Diabetes Risk, Study Shows
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: Weight-Loss Surgery Lowers Type 2 Diabetes Risk, Study ShowsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/2/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
Spinal Surgery Varies by Region in U.S.: Study
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: Spinal Surgery Varies by Region in U.S.: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/31/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
Sleep Apnea May Steal Some of Your Memory: Study
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: Sleep Apnea May Steal Some of Your Memory: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/31/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Teach Children Never to Play in the Car
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Teach Children Never to Play in the CarCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
NYC Doctor With Ebola Shows Signs of Improvement
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: NYC Doctor With Ebola Shows Signs of ImprovementCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/1/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
Adult Asthma Linked to Higher Dementia Risk
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: Adult Asthma Linked to Higher Dementia RiskCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/1/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
Mom's Words Matter Most to Newborns
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: Mom's Words Matter Most to NewbornsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Don't Waste Fruits and Veggies
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Don't Waste Fruits and VeggiesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
Make the Most of This Weekend's Time Change
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: Make the Most of This Weekend's Time ChangeCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
Child's Appendix More Likely to Rupture in Regions Short of Surgeons
MedicineNet - 4 Nov 2014 09:00
Title: Child's Appendix More Likely to Rupture in Regions Short of SurgeonsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/31/2014 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/3/2014 12:00:00 AM
30 minutes of vigorous exercise per day lowers breast cancer risk: Study
Tech Times - 4 Nov 2014 07:43
Regular exercise is one of the pillars of good health. Make sure to do 30 minutes of vigorous exercise a day and breast cancer risk is lowered.