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Quiet 'epidemic' has killed half a million middle-aged white Americans
e! Science News - 3 Nov 2015 22:05
Despite advances in health care and quality of life, white middle-aged Americans have seen overall mortality rates increase over the past 15 years, representing an overlooked "epidemic" with deaths comparable to the numb...
Chipotle E. Coli Outbreak Likely Caused By Contaminated Produce, Says Oregon Health Official
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 15:45
Forty-three Chipotle Mexican Grill branches in Washington and Oregon temporarily closed due to the E. coli outbreak. Health officials' early investigations revealed the outbreak was caused by tainted produce.
28 Californians Died From West Nile Virus This Year, Health Officials Say
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 15:28
The California Department of Public Health reports 28 deaths linked to West Nile virus this year. Health officials are urging residents to be vigilant of mosquito breeding sites and protect themselves from mosquito bites...
Feeling Depressed? Blame That Hour Of Daylight You 'Lost' By Setting Your Clocks Back
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 15:21
The end of daylight saving time can throw some people into a winter depression, known as seasonal affective disorder. Some 10 million Americans wrestle with the problem, experts say.
Canadian Company CleanSlate Phone Sanitizer For Hospitals Won $500,000 At 43North
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 14:38
Toronto-based company Limestone Labs' electronic device sanitizing machine, CleanSlate UV System, wins runner-up at the 43North Competition. CEO Taylor Mann is excited for the company's future.
No More Fish Bladders: Guinness To Change Centuries-Old Brewing Process To Cater To Vegans
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 14:05
Irish brewery Guinness will rid off the fish bladder by-product in its beer starting 2016. The company said it intends to improve its manufacturing process and one way to do that is to make it vegan-friendly.
Sex Advice To Teens Tied To Less Risky Behavior: Study
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 13:44
Sex talks sure are uncomfortable but they do work, a recent study showed. Researchers found having 'the talk' with children can influence better attitude towards sex and less risky behavior.
Death Rates Rise In Middle-Aged Whites: Suicides, Deaths From Drug And Alcohol Abuse To Blame
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 13:24
Death rate in middle-aged non-hispanic whites increased over the past 15 years. Researchers attribute this to liver disease, suicides, alcohol and drug use.
Better Diets Prevented 1.1 Million Premature Deaths In The US, Study Finds: Do Americans Eat Healthier Now?
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 13:22
A new study reveals more than 1.1 million premature deaths in the United States have been prevented because of healthier diets. Researchers say, however, there is still room for improvement when it comes to the American ...
Exposure To Dogs, Farm Animals May Lower Asthma Risk In Children
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 13:06
Researchers conducted a nationwide study on asthma risk and animal exposure early in life. Supporting the hygiene hypothesis, the study offered evidence of reduced risk of childhood asthma in children exposed to dogs and...
Nebraska-based All American Meats Recalls More Than 167,000 Pounds Of Beef Due To E. Coli Risk
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 13:05
Product testing by USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service traced E. coli back to certain ground beef products from All American Meats, which prompted a food recall. The latest in U.S. meat recalls followed Chipotle's ...
97 Percent Of Children In West Virginia Have Health Insurance Coverage
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 12:47
Let the children play! Actually, they can do whatever they want, especially if they live in West Virginia, as the state has 97 percent of its children covered by health insurance.
Breast Cancer Rates On The Rise For African-American Women
Tech Times - 3 Nov 2015 12:36
African-American women are recording increases in breast cancer incidence every year, according to a report. The rate increase is occurring so rapidly that it has reduced the gap between rates for African-American and wh...
Many Parents Unaware of Emergency Plans at Kids' Pre-schools
MedicineNet - 3 Nov 2015 09:00
Title: Many Parents Unaware of Emergency Plans at Kids' Pre-schoolsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/30/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AM
It's Back to Standard Time This Weekend
MedicineNet - 3 Nov 2015 09:00
Title: It's Back to Standard Time This WeekendCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/30/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Protect Baby's Teeth From Tooth Decay
MedicineNet - 3 Nov 2015 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Protect Baby's Teeth From Tooth DecayCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AM
Weight, Exercise May Affect Children's Thinking Skills
MedicineNet - 3 Nov 2015 09:00
Title: Weight, Exercise May Affect Children's Thinking SkillsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AM
Snake Bites Take Big Global Toll, Especially Among the Poor
MedicineNet - 3 Nov 2015 09:00
Title: Snake Bites Take Big Global Toll, Especially Among the PoorCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/30/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AM
Interrupted Sleep Not Good for Your Mood, Study Suggests
MedicineNet - 3 Nov 2015 09:00
Title: Interrupted Sleep Not Good for Your Mood, Study SuggestsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/30/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AM
Singing Better Than Talking for Soothing Cranky Babies, Study Finds
MedicineNet - 3 Nov 2015 09:00
Title: Singing Better Than Talking for Soothing Cranky Babies, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/30/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AM
One in Five Pediatricians Drops Families Who Refuse Vaccines: Survey
MedicineNet - 3 Nov 2015 09:00
Title: One in Five Pediatricians Drops Families Who Refuse Vaccines: SurveyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Why Is My Blood Pressure High?
MedicineNet - 3 Nov 2015 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Why Is My Blood Pressure High?Category: Health NewsCreated: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2015 12:00:00 AM