Medical News
Chirlane McCray Announces Proposal To Inject Millions Into NYC Mental Health Program
Tech Times - 7 May 2015 05:22
Chirlane McCray, New York's First Lady, publicly announced at the Empire State Building that the local government would provide an ample budget for mental health services. McCray emphasized the significance of awareness ...
Researchers Use Smartphone Camera To Look For Parasites In Blood
Tech Times - 7 May 2015 14:12
A latest device called CellScope Loa can detect parasitic worms in the blood with the help of a smartphone camera. The device uses motion instead of fluorescent stains or molecular markers for detecting parasites in bloo...
Pluggin in your vision's autostabilization feature
EurekAlert! - 7 May 2015 06:00
(Johns Hopkins Medicine) Just like cameras with an autostabilization feature, our eyes execute an imperceptible reflex that prevents our vision from blurring when we, or our field of vision, are in motion. But before the...
Depression Caused In Part By Fuzzy Thinking - What Is It?
Tech Times - 7 May 2015 01:48
Fuzzy thinking shows up in brain scans and seems to correlate to depression and bipolar disorder. How could this study help affect the future of the treatment of mood disorders?
Persistence of Ebola Virus in Ocular Fluid during Convalescence
New England Journal of Medicine - 7 May 2015 21:55
New England Journal of Medicine, Ahead of Print.
Measles Weakens the Immune System for Years
Discover - 7 May 2015 20:00
The outbreak of measles that originated at Disneyland earlier this year drew lots of attention to gaps in vaccination for the disease. More than 100 people were infected before the outbreak was brought under control in A...
Fitly Unveils Smart Dinner Plate That Can Monitor Your Meals
Tech Times - 7 May 2015 16:39
Fitly launched SmartPlate, a revolutionary connected dinner plate that will assist owners control their eating habits while monitoring calorie intake. The intelligent plate's production will start once the project reache...
FDA Planning To Hold Public Meeting To Discuss Off-Label Use Of Drugs
Tech Times - 7 May 2015 15:56
With the growing call for off-label drug use, the FDA will be holding a public meeting to discuss the issue and hear out opinions from stakeholders.
Americans In The Northeast Suffering From Effects Of 'Pollen Tsunami'
Tech Times - 7 May 2015 15:29
Health experts warn about a 'pollen tsunami' currently affecting people living in the northeast United States. The severe winter of last year, the delayed start of spring and even the setting effects of climate change ar...
FDA Gives Roche Breakthrough Therapy Designation For Venetoclax CLL Treatment
Tech Times - 7 May 2015 15:12
The Food and Drug Administration grants Roche breakthrough therapy designation for its drug venetoclax. The drug is used for the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
Use Of Walking Aids Going Up For Elder Americans
Tech Times - 7 May 2015 14:26
The use of walking aids is on the rise amongst elderly Americans. The demand for walking aids is expected to double in the U.S. by 2050.
Millennials Are Less Promiscuous Compared To Earlier Generations Says Study
Tech Times - 7 May 2015 13:52
While millennials are more accepting of premarital sex and same-sex relations, they engage in sex with fewer partners compared to earlier generations, according a new study conducted by San Diego State University.
Massive Cancerous Tumor Found On Smallmouth Bass Raises Concerns About River
Tech Times - 7 May 2015 13:39
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has confirmed that a smallmouth bass, which was caught in the Susquehanna River last November, suffers from a cancerous tumor.
Self-Driving Cars Will Still Need Limits for Teens, Survey Finds
MedicineNet - 7 May 2015 09:00
Title: Self-Driving Cars Will Still Need Limits for Teens, Survey FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Moms, Make Time for Yourself
MedicineNet - 7 May 2015 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Moms, Make Time for YourselfCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Preemie Girls Feed Sooner Than Boys, Study Finds
MedicineNet - 7 May 2015 09:00
Title: Preemie Girls Feed Sooner Than Boys, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Living With Diabetes and Heart Disease
MedicineNet - 7 May 2015 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Living With Diabetes and Heart DiseaseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Outbreaks of Gut 'Superbug' More Common in Northeast: Study
MedicineNet - 7 May 2015 09:00
Title: Outbreaks of Gut 'Superbug' More Common in Northeast: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Age-Linked Structures on DNA May Also Hint at Cancer Risk
MedicineNet - 7 May 2015 09:00
Title: Age-Linked Structures on DNA May Also Hint at Cancer RiskCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
New Method May Detect Ovarian Cancer Earlier
MedicineNet - 7 May 2015 09:00
Title: New Method May Detect Ovarian Cancer EarlierCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Experimental Drug Combo Shows Promise Against Hepatitis C
MedicineNet - 7 May 2015 09:00
Title: Experimental Drug Combo Shows Promise Against Hepatitis CCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Learn to Recognize the Signs of an Alcohol Problem
MedicineNet - 7 May 2015 09:00
Title: Learn to Recognize the Signs of an Alcohol ProblemCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM