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Guinea authorities have pinpointed two new Ebola virus cases. One is in Forecariah, western Guinea and appears to be associated with a previously established chain of infection; the other is in Conakry, considered a new ...

Julee-Anne Bell, an Australian blind woman, can see through walls and tell the location, shape or distance of objects through echolocation. She learned her ability from American expert, Daniel Kish.

Title: Hospital Care for Nonfatal Gun Wounds Costs $679 Million a YearCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/15/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM

(European Society of Cardiology) Pacemakers identify atrial fibrillation and enable initiation of anticoagulation to prevent strokes, according to research presented today at Acute Cardiovascular Care 2015 by Dr. Nathan ...

Medical tech startup Theranos aimed to revolutionize the way blood samples are tested with their Nanotainer device and Edison machine. The California-based company is now being scrutinized by the FDA for the products' ac...

Scientists probed the structure of a key protein in the brain that controls hydration and temperature. This protein can be targeted to diagnose and treat health issues linked to fluid imbalance in the body.

FDA requested further clinical studies for Shire's dry eye disease drug Lifitegrast. Shire prepares to respond with the results of the OPUS-3 Trial expected to come out before the year ends.

Finally, after many years of neglect by a majority of drug companies, libido problems in women now have a solution. How exactly does Addyi work and how safe is it?

Experts found that the risk of developing schizophrenia may be determined by studying the brain's immune system cells. The researchers hope that their research could open up doors to better preventive management and trea...

Excessive drinking cost the U.S. economy a total of $249 billion - $2.05 per drink and $807 per person - in 2010 alone. The figures were a significant increase from $223.5 billion or $1.90 per drink spent in 2006.

A new study debunked the notion that a larger brain equates to a higher level of IQ. Scientists found that there is a very weak link between IQ and brain size.

A 2015 survey found 38 percent of employees feigned sickness to get a day off from work. More than one in five employers have fired an employee for faking a sick call.

Title: Study Sees Link Between High Cholesterol and Tendon TroubleCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Tribal Study Finds Short Sleep Not Just Curse of Modern LivingCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/15/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Enterovirus D68 No Deadlier for Kids Than the Common Cold: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/15/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Artificial Skin Could Bring Sense of Touch to ProstheticsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/15/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Big Brain Doesn't Mean Big SmartsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Brain Inflammation May Be Linked to SchizophreniaCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Doctors' Prescribing Practices Key to Curbing Painkiller Abuse: CDCCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/15/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Antibiotic Resistance Could Threaten Surgery, Chemo PatientsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/15/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: FDA Warns of Hazards From Imported SupplementsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/15/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Fewer Teens Smoking Cigarettes, But Twice as Many Using Pot: CDCCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/15/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM