Medical News
Gene Map Could Lead To Breakthrough Treatment For Patients With Advanced Prostate Cancer
Tech Times - 22 May 2015 02:41
Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of death in American men. A recent breakthrough could point the way to new targeted treatment for patients with advanced cases.
Thunder god vine used in traditional Chinese medicine is a potential obesity treatment
e! Science News - 22 May 2015 23:31
An extract from the thunder god vine, which has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine, reduces food intake and causes up to a 45% decrease in body weight in obese mice. The weight-loss compound, called Ce...
Faster heart rate linked to diabetes risk
e! Science News - 22 May 2015 21:03
An association between resting heart rate and diabetes suggests that heart rate measures could identify individuals with a higher future risk of diabetes, according to an international team of researchers.
$8 Billion: Additional Spending Of U.S. Consumers For Eggs Because Of Bird Flu
Tech Times - 22 May 2015 14:24
U.S. consumers will have to shell out nearly 75 percent more for eggs when compared to 2014 per Goldman Sachs' analysts. Consumers will spend an additional $7.5 billion to $8 billion for eggs.
Want To Get Rid Of Abdominal Fat? Don't Skip Meals
Tech Times - 22 May 2015 14:18
Skipping meals is not a good idea for losing weight and excess fat. New research has shown that fasting increases a person's odds for abdominal fat.
Raw Tuna Likely Culprit In Salmonella Outbreak In Nine States
Tech Times - 22 May 2015 13:48
Fifty-three people in the United States were sickened after eating sushi made with salmonella contaminated tuna, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Paralyzed Man Picks Up A Mug Of Beer, Thanks To This Brain-Controlled Robotic Arm
Tech Times - 22 May 2015 13:36
A quadriplegic man was once again able to conduct basic movements, such as handshakes and picking up a bottle of beer, using a robotic arm controlled through sensors implanted in his brain.
Pest Control Company Creates List Of Cities With Worst Mosquito Problems
Tech Times - 22 May 2015 13:35
Mosquitoes are everywhere! Orkin's Top Mosquito Cities list is out and results show variety, but nine out of 20 cities were from the country's Southeast region.
Iowa Gets Federal Approval To Dispose Of Bird Flu Carcassess In 2 Landfills
Tech Times - 22 May 2015 13:14
Iowa has its hands full with millions of birds affected by the bird flu outbreak. Getting two landfills approved for use should ease the disposal process.
More U.S. Kids Getting Mental Health Treatment
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: More U.S. Kids Getting Mental Health TreatmentCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/20/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Over 4 Million Working Americans Suffer From Anxiety Disorders
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: Over 4 Million Working Americans Suffer From Anxiety DisordersCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Oxytocin, Alcohol Seem to Work on Brain in Similar Ways
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: Oxytocin, Alcohol Seem to Work on Brain in Similar WaysCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/20/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Researchers Report Progress in Making All Blood Types Universally Accepted
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: Researchers Report Progress in Making All Blood Types Universally AcceptedCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Baby's Gender May Influence Mom's Diabetes Risk
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: Baby's Gender May Influence Mom's Diabetes RiskCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/20/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
COPD Raises Cardiac Death Risk for Those With Irregular Heartbeat
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: COPD Raises Cardiac Death Risk for Those With Irregular HeartbeatCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/20/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Cold Weather a Bigger Killer Than Heat, Study Finds
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: Cold Weather a Bigger Killer Than Heat, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Depression Tied to Some Risk of Parkinson's Disease
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: Depression Tied to Some Risk of Parkinson's DiseaseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/20/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Family History of Breast Cancer Doesn't Worsen Patient's Prognosis: Study
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: Family History of Breast Cancer Doesn't Worsen Patient's Prognosis: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/20/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Fewer Motorcyclists Dying in Crashes: Report
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: Fewer Motorcyclists Dying in Crashes: ReportCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/20/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Choosing Healthier Poultry
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Choosing Healthier PoultryCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Wear Baseball Gear
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Wear Baseball GearCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Heart Risk Factors May Harm Black Women More Than Whites
MedicineNet - 22 May 2015 09:00
Title: Heart Risk Factors May Harm Black Women More Than WhitesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/20/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM