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US Cholesterol Average Is Ideal at 199
Americans may be too fat, but at least their cholesterol is low. For the first time in nearly 50 years, the average cholesterol level for U.S. adults is in the ideal range
Americans may be too fat, but at least their cholesterol is low. For the first time in nearly 50 years, the average cholesterol level for U.S. adults is in the ideal range
Epigenetics May Be The Underlying Cause For Male Infertility
Researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) suggest epigenetics, or the way DNA is processed and expressed, may be the underlying cause for male infertility.
Researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) suggest epigenetics, or the way DNA is processed and expressed, may be the underlying cause for male infertility.
Health
Source: Science Daily
Posted on: Thursday, Dec 13, 2007, 9:17am
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Source: Science Daily
Posted on: Thursday, Dec 13, 2007, 9:17am
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To Keep Mouths Safe, Don't Just Wear A Mouthguard; Keep It Clean
According to a new study mouthguards worn by athletes harbor large numbers of bacteria, yeasts and molds that can possibly lead to life and/or health-threatening infectious/inflammatory diseases.
According to a new study mouthguards worn by athletes harbor large numbers of bacteria, yeasts and molds that can possibly lead to life and/or health-threatening infectious/inflammatory diseases.
Healthcare
Source: Science Daily
Posted on: Wednesday, Dec 12, 2007, 10:32am
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Source: Science Daily
Posted on: Wednesday, Dec 12, 2007, 10:32am
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Monthly Fasting May Help Heart
Those clean-living Mormons appear to benefit from a one-day fast every month, and now scientists are saying that anyone who skips meals once a month is 40 percent less likely to develop arterial blockages.
Those clean-living Mormons appear to benefit from a one-day fast every month, and now scientists are saying that anyone who skips meals once a month is 40 percent less likely to develop arterial blockages.
The Claim: Don’t Eat the Mistletoe. It Can Be Deadly
Mistletoe has a legendary reputation for romance, but it is also widely considered as lethal as it is festive.
Mistletoe has a legendary reputation for romance, but it is also widely considered as lethal as it is festive.
Emergency Antidote, Direct to Addicts
Among the growing numbers of researchers and public health officials advocating a daring new strategy to put an injectable antidote for heroin overdoses directly into the hands of addicts, few have the credibility of Mark Kinzly.
Among the growing numbers of researchers and public health officials advocating a daring new strategy to put an injectable antidote for heroin overdoses directly into the hands of addicts, few have the credibility of Mark Kinzly.
Products With Good Bacteria Get Popular
Bugs in baby food? Microbes in your milkshake? Relax, this is not the latest tainted food scare - it's a growing trend in foods designed to boost health, not make you sick.
Bugs in baby food? Microbes in your milkshake? Relax, this is not the latest tainted food scare - it's a growing trend in foods designed to boost health, not make you sick.
Research reveals secrets of alcohol's effect on brain cells
Alcohol triggers the activation of a variety of genes that can influence the health and activity of brain cells, and new research from Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City sheds light on how that process occurs.
Alcohol triggers the activation of a variety of genes that can influence the health and activity of brain cells, and new research from Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City sheds light on how that process occurs.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Sunday, Dec 09, 2007, 3:33pm
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Sunday, Dec 09, 2007, 3:33pm
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A clear pattern of risk emerges from city smog
L.A.'s notorious air pollution is hardest on kids. The closer to a freeway they live, play or attend school, the more likely it is that their developing lungs' capacity will be reduced.
L.A.'s notorious air pollution is hardest on kids. The closer to a freeway they live, play or attend school, the more likely it is that their developing lungs' capacity will be reduced.
Health
Source: LA Times
Posted on: Saturday, Dec 08, 2007, 11:49am
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Source: LA Times
Posted on: Saturday, Dec 08, 2007, 11:49am
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A Radical Revamp of Peer Review?
Scientists conducting a sweeping examination of the peer-review system at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are considering some radical ideas to revamp the process
Scientists conducting a sweeping examination of the peer-review system at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are considering some radical ideas to revamp the process
Science Politics
Source: Science
Posted on: Saturday, Dec 08, 2007, 11:48am
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Source: Science
Posted on: Saturday, Dec 08, 2007, 11:48am
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New software to aid early detection of infectious disease outbreaks
A newly released software program will let health authorities at the site of an infectious disease outbreak quickly analyze data, speeding the detection of new cases and the implementation of effective interventions.
A newly released software program will let health authorities at the site of an infectious disease outbreak quickly analyze data, speeding the detection of new cases and the implementation of effective interventions.
Epidemiology
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Friday, Dec 07, 2007, 10:41am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Friday, Dec 07, 2007, 10:41am
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Benin finds two bird flu outbreaks, suspects H5N1
enin has discovered two outbreaks of bird flu among poultry which it believes to be the deadly H5N1 strain, the first such cases in the West African country, a senior health official said on Friday.
enin has discovered two outbreaks of bird flu among poultry which it believes to be the deadly H5N1 strain, the first such cases in the West African country, a senior health official said on Friday.
Epidemiology
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Friday, Dec 07, 2007, 10:39am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Friday, Dec 07, 2007, 10:39am
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Testing Toys for Lead
Sales of do-it-yourself lead-test kits are up this season. Dozens of toys contaminated with lead have been recalled over the past year, so it's not a surprise that parents want to know whether their holiday toys are tainted.
Sales of do-it-yourself lead-test kits are up this season. Dozens of toys contaminated with lead have been recalled over the past year, so it's not a surprise that parents want to know whether their holiday toys are tainted.
The health pros and cons of drinking
When you toast the New Year with a flute of champagne or down a glass of your favorite red wine on the weekends, it can actually be good news for your body: One glass a day (or less) can make your heart stronger and may boost your memory.
When you toast the New Year with a flute of champagne or down a glass of your favorite red wine on the weekends, it can actually be good news for your body: One glass a day (or less) can make your heart stronger and may boost your memory.
Healthcare
Source: CNN.com
Posted on: Wednesday, Dec 05, 2007, 10:29am
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Source: CNN.com
Posted on: Wednesday, Dec 05, 2007, 10:29am
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Elite Athletes More Susceptible To Common Illnesses
Elite athletes -- often perceived as the epitome of health and fitness -- may be more susceptible to common illness and are therefore proving useful in helping scientists understand more about the immune system.
Elite athletes -- often perceived as the epitome of health and fitness -- may be more susceptible to common illness and are therefore proving useful in helping scientists understand more about the immune system.
Healthcare
Source: Science Daily
Posted on: Wednesday, Dec 05, 2007, 10:29am
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Source: Science Daily
Posted on: Wednesday, Dec 05, 2007, 10:29am
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Landmark Heart Study Expands to Genetics
60 Years Later, Landmark Heart Study Expanding to Genetic Factors Behind Health and Disease
60 Years Later, Landmark Heart Study Expanding to Genetic Factors Behind Health and Disease
Healthcare
Source: ABC News
Posted on: Saturday, Dec 01, 2007, 1:20pm
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Source: ABC News
Posted on: Saturday, Dec 01, 2007, 1:20pm
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22-Year-Old Virgin? Watch Your Health
Those who enter the sexual ring later may be at more risk of sexual dysfunction.
Those who enter the sexual ring later may be at more risk of sexual dysfunction.
Healthcare
Source: ABC News
Posted on: Friday, Nov 30, 2007, 1:01pm
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Source: ABC News
Posted on: Friday, Nov 30, 2007, 1:01pm
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Animal health seen crucial in bird flu battle
Epidemiology
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Friday, Nov 30, 2007, 9:40am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Friday, Nov 30, 2007, 9:40am
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Nanotech's health, environment impacts worry scientists
Nanotech
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Monday, Nov 26, 2007, 12:24pm
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Monday, Nov 26, 2007, 12:24pm
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Scientists urge $2-3 billion study of ocean health
Environment
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Monday, Nov 26, 2007, 9:04am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Monday, Nov 26, 2007, 9:04am
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Ripening Secrets Of The Vine Revealed
Health
Source: Science Daily
Posted on: Wednesday, Nov 21, 2007, 8:12pm
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Source: Science Daily
Posted on: Wednesday, Nov 21, 2007, 8:12pm
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Flavonoids Govern Cell Processes, Enhance Health
Healthcare
Source: Science Daily
Posted on: Monday, Oct 15, 2007, 7:25pm
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Source: Science Daily
Posted on: Monday, Oct 15, 2007, 7:25pm
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Charting our health by the stars. Remember, correlation does not equal causation.
All
Source: Some Canadians
Posted on: Saturday, Feb 17, 2007, 1:59pm
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Source: Some Canadians
Posted on: Saturday, Feb 17, 2007, 1:59pm
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