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Bovine Leukemia Linked To Breast Cancer In Humans
Tech Times - 19 Sep 2015 16:13
A study has found that bovine leukemia infections are linked to breast cancer, offering more insight into additional risks posed by the disease in humans.
Medical Experts Speak Out About GOP Vaccine Claims In Recent Debate
Tech Times - 19 Sep 2015 16:04
Trump and colleagues expressed their concerns about vaccination and autism at a Republican party debate. Their statements, however, urged medical experts to speak out about the debate.
Protein Patch Helps Heal Muscle Damage After Heart Attack
Tech Times - 19 Sep 2015 14:38
Thanks to the efforts of a team of researchers, a new patch was tested to heal animal hearts successfully after a heart attack, giving hope that, with further testing, it may also work on humans.
New Blood Test May Help Predict Heart Disease Risks in Obese Black Teens
MedicineNet - 19 Sep 2015 09:00
Title: New Blood Test May Help Predict Heart Disease Risks in Obese Black TeensCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/17/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
DNA sequencing to improve treatment of urinary infections
EurekAlert! - 19 Sep 2015 06:00
(University of East Anglia) Urinary tract infections could be treated more quickly and efficiently using a DNA sequencing device the size of a USB stick -- according to research from the University of East Anglia.Researc...
Genetics, Lifestyle Factors Affect Odds For Age-Related Macular Degenaration: How To Reduce Risks
Tech Times - 19 Sep 2015 17:24
Lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise and smoking do have an effect on people's chances of acquiring age related macular degeneration, new study finds.
FDA Greenlights Allergan Drug Vraylar For Schizophrenia And Bipolar Disorder
Tech Times - 19 Sep 2015 16:52
After enduring 9 weeks of clinical trials, Vraylar was deemed successful enough in treating symptoms of schizophrenia and manic bipolar episodes in adults to earn FDA approval for use.
Pregnancy Timing: Siblings Born Within 2 Years Of Each Other More Likely To Develop Autism
Tech Times - 19 Sep 2015 16:41
Findings suggest that spacing between childbirth does matter: babies born less than two years or more than six years after a sibling are more likely to have autism than others.
Public Schools To Stock Drug Antidote Naloxone In Response To Heroin Epidemic
Tech Times - 19 Sep 2015 16:31
School districts across the United States adopted the Pennsylvania law that allows public schools to stock up on heroin antidote drug naloxone.
Passive Smoking Increases Diabetes Risks By 22 Percent: How To Reduce Exposure To Secondhand Smoke
Tech Times - 19 Sep 2015 14:40
Non-smokers inhaling secondhand smoke are 22 percent more likely to develop type 2 diabetes, a new study shows.
Universal Health Services Shelling Out $350M To Buy Addiction Treatment Company Foundations Recovery Network
Tech Times - 19 Sep 2015 14:20
Hospital operator Universal Health Services announced its intent to buy Foundations Recovery Network for $350 million dollars.
Man Seriously Injured After E-Cigarette Explodes In His Face
Tech Times - 19 Sep 2015 13:51
A 23-year-old man is seriously hurt after an e-cigarette blows up in his face during a smoke break.
U.S. Health Officials: No More Ebola Screening For Travelers From Liberia
Tech Times - 19 Sep 2015 13:08
Travelers from Liberia will soon be welcomed in US airports without having to undergo screening protocols for Ebola. The African country has been declared free of the virus transmission thus US health officials have alte...
A High Salt and Potassium Diet May Accelerate Chronic Kidney Disease
MedicineNet - 19 Sep 2015 09:00
Title: A High Salt and Potassium Diet May Accelerate Chronic Kidney DiseaseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/17/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
Artificial Pancreas Works Well in Home Trial
MedicineNet - 19 Sep 2015 09:00
Title: Artificial Pancreas Works Well in Home TrialCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/17/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
Childhood Vaccines Debate Rekindled at GOP Presidential Debate
MedicineNet - 19 Sep 2015 09:00
Title: Childhood Vaccines Debate Rekindled at GOP Presidential DebateCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/17/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
Diabetes Should Be a Factor in Weight-Loss Surgery Decision: Study
MedicineNet - 19 Sep 2015 09:00
Title: Diabetes Should Be a Factor in Weight-Loss Surgery Decision: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/17/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
Global Impact of Tropical Disease Leptospirosis Underestimated: Study
MedicineNet - 19 Sep 2015 09:00
Title: Global Impact of Tropical Disease Leptospirosis Underestimated: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/17/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Recognizing Signs of Nail Fungus
MedicineNet - 19 Sep 2015 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Recognizing Signs of Nail FungusCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Shave Properly
MedicineNet - 19 Sep 2015 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Shave ProperlyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
Hi-Tech Scans Spot Brain Damage in High Blood Pressure Patients
MedicineNet - 19 Sep 2015 09:00
Title: Hi-Tech Scans Spot Brain Damage in High Blood Pressure PatientsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/17/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
Many Parents Overlook Booster Seat Safety
MedicineNet - 19 Sep 2015 09:00
Title: Many Parents Overlook Booster Seat SafetyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/17/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/18/2015 12:00:00 AM