Medical News
French Court Says Being 'Allergic' To Gadgets Is An Actual Condition
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 14:03
A Frenchwoman, who claims to suffer from symptoms of electromagnetic hypersensitivity, is set to receive a monthly disability allowance of 800 euros ($912) for three years after a Toulouse court decided in favor of her c...
Moffitt makes important steps toward developing a blood test to catch pancreatic cancer early
e! Science News - 28 Aug 2015 18:08
Pancreatic cancer is the fourth most common cause of cancer-related death in the United States and has a 5-year survival rate of only 6 percent, which is the lowest rate of all types of cancer according to the American C...
1 In Every 5 Kids In US Suffering From Obesity: CDC
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 15:17
According to a CDC report, a lot of children are obese and rates are steadily rising, which could also be an indicator of health in adults in the future.
Infant Paracetamol Recommended For Babies After Meningitis Vaccination
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 15:08
UK approved the administration of meningitis B vaccine to children in the UK for free. Experts now recommend parents to give paracetamol after immunization to help alleviate associated signs and symptoms.
Fourth Plague Death In US Reported In Utah
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 15:01
Plague continues to strike the U.S. as the fourth mortality case in the nation had been reported in Utah. The patient's identity and details were not disclosed but health officials said that the person is not believed to...
CDC Contact Lens Health Week: Taking Care Of Your Eyes
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 14:44
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides tips on how to properly handle contact lenses in order to prevent contact lens wearers from developing eye inflammation or infection.
Experimental Blood Test Can Accurately Predict Relapse Of Breast Cancer And Potentially Save Lives
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 14:39
A blood test may give doctors notice of returning cancer months before it would show up on conventional medical scans, researchers report. This could improve the chances of a cure, they say.
People Who Overthink Things May Be More Creative
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 14:39
Neurotic individuals tend to have negative feelings and thoughts as well as likely to suffer from psychiatric disorders but the trait is also associated with creativity. A new theory offers an explanation on why neurotic...
Most US Children Now Getting Vaccinated Says Report
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 14:20
The vaccination rates of children in the US continue to increase. According to the CDC, this trend must persistently stay high to ensure that immunity against outbreaks are boosted among communities.
General Mills Recalling 'Limited Quantity' Of Green Beans Due To Listeria Scare
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 13:42
General Mills is recalling 10-ounce bags of Cascadian Farm Cut Green Beans after finding out that a package tested positive for contamination with the bacteria listeria.
DNA Testing Shows Some Ground Meat Sold In US Contains Horse Meat
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 13:31
Researchers sampled 48 ground meat products and found two of them contained horse meat, which is illegal in the U.S. Suppliers may be intentionally cutting costs or there might be cross-contamination at processing plants...
Shorter Bursts Of Physical Activity Can Help Counter Idle Lifestyles Of Children
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 13:24
Children who take at least three minutes to walk every 30 minutes during a long period of sedentary activity such as watching TV have lower levels of blood sugar and insulin, which could help reduce their risks for Type ...
Microplastics In Cosmetic Products Could Be Harmful To Marine Life
Tech Times - 28 Aug 2015 13:19
Latest study conducted by Plymouth University researchers has found that everyday cosmetic products, such as facial soaps, toothpastes and exfoliants, contain around 100,000 microplastic particles that often end up as po...
Summer Is High Time for College Kids Trying Illegal Substances
MedicineNet - 28 Aug 2015 09:00
Title: Summer Is High Time for College Kids Trying Illegal SubstancesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Medical Groups Endorse Early Exposure to Peanut Products for High-Risk Infants
MedicineNet - 28 Aug 2015 09:00
Title: Medical Groups Endorse Early Exposure to Peanut Products for High-Risk InfantsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/26/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Allergan Recalls Contaminated Eye Ointments
MedicineNet - 28 Aug 2015 09:00
Title: Allergan Recalls Contaminated Eye OintmentsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Awareness of Memory Problems Fades a Few Years Before Dementia: Study
MedicineNet - 28 Aug 2015 09:00
Title: Awareness of Memory Problems Fades a Few Years Before Dementia: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/26/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Blood Test May One Day Predict Breast Cancer Relapse
MedicineNet - 28 Aug 2015 09:00
Title: Blood Test May One Day Predict Breast Cancer RelapseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/26/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Childhood Cancer Survivors Who've Had One Stroke at Risk of Second
MedicineNet - 28 Aug 2015 09:00
Title: Childhood Cancer Survivors Who've Had One Stroke at Risk of SecondCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/26/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Experimental Drug for Blood Cancer Shows Promise
MedicineNet - 28 Aug 2015 09:00
Title: Experimental Drug for Blood Cancer Shows PromiseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/26/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Flu Vaccines Offer About 6 Months of Protection, Study Finds
MedicineNet - 28 Aug 2015 09:00
Title: Flu Vaccines Offer About 6 Months of Protection, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/26/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Balance Homework With Down Time
MedicineNet - 28 Aug 2015 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Balance Homework With Down TimeCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AM