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A new breast cancer screening method based on whole-body PET/CT imaging promises more accurate treatment and less need for invasive tissue sampling. The study was done on women with ongoing treatment for metastatic breas...

The issues surrounding Chipotle Mexican Grill is not yet over. Experts found that the new E.coli outbreak that has sickened five people from three states has similar DNA fingerprints as the Chipotle culprit.

A glass of drinking water contains 10 million good bacteria. Researchers found that a thin layer of biofilm found in water pipes contribute to water purification.

Now you can use cannabis in New York without clashing with Judaism, knowing that the weed you're taking is certified kosher. Vireo Health is the first medical marijuana grower to be certified by the Orthodox Union.

Brain cancer surgery is serious business and researchers may have found a potential new technique in hypnosedation. Can hypnosis take anesthesia's place in the operating room?

After Puerto Rico confirmed its first locally-acquired Zika infection, the CDC warned tourists visiting the island and other affected areas about the dangers of the mosquito-borne disease.

Human genetic studies have paved the way for unwanted hereditary disorders to be suppressed or removed but sperm banks have taken it to another level. Learn why it's better to limit the influence sperm banks have over do...

Hawaii institutes the first statewide measure in the U.S. raising the legal smoking age to 21. Military bases in Hawaii will also comply and say they support the move.

The Smiths waited 24 years to know the name of the disease afflicting their family. Now, they finally have their answer, thanks to the University of Alabama at Birmingham's Undiagnosed Disease Program.

We all know that the consumption of high-calorie foods will make us gain weight, but it doesn't stop there. Several studies showed that taking too much dietary sugar negatively affects not only our body composition, but ...

Now that you've survived Christmas and the New Year, perhaps it's time to start burning some holiday calories you've gained. Here is a list of several functional exercises to help you stay fit and healthy.