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If You Have An Irregular Heartbeat, You Should Probably Take Blood Thinners
In its first policy revision on anticoagulants since 1998, the American Academy of Neurology declared Monday that anyone with an irregular heartbeat should receive blood thinners to prevent stroke, as new anticoagulants have proven effective.
Feb 24, 2014 | 04:00 pm
Lowering The Drinking Age Would Be A Terrible Idea
A nationwide legal drinking age of 21 is associated with lower rates of drunk driving, binge drinking, and alcohol related injuries, a new review finds.
Feb 24, 2014 | 11:12 am
Valentine's Day Candy Contains Bugs, But So What?
Valentine's Day candy ingredients like carmine and shellac come from insects, but there's no reason to panic.
Feb 13, 2014 | 03:16 pm
Type 2 Diabetes Not Linked To Weight Gain
Researchers from Denmark are challenging the notion that weight gain can eventually lead to the development of type 2 diabetes.
Feb 11, 2014 | 05:00 pm
Stop Breast Cancer With Curry
Curcumin, a metabolite in curry, may prevent breast cancer growth and reduce the size of tumors by one-third, a new study finds.
Feb 10, 2014 | 06:42 pm
A Heartbroken Child's Heart Suffers In Adulthood
Childhood depression 'causes' heart disease and other cardiovascular complications in adulthood, a new study finds.
Feb 09, 2014 | 02:56 pm
Fake Perfumes Could Lead To Adverse Health Side Effects
Counterfeit perfumes and cologne can lead to various health concerns due to certain carcinogenic ingredients.
Feb 07, 2014 | 04:49 pm
Lower Chloride Levels Shown To Prevent Autism
An autism cure may be possible thanks to a drug that lowers chloride levels, a new study finds.
Feb 06, 2014 | 02:00 pm
15 Minutes Of Shivering May Have Same Effect As 1 Hour Of Exercise
Shivering may help you burn fat by generating calorie-burning "brown fat tissue," a new study finds.
Feb 04, 2014 | 03:50 pm
Ibuprofen Won't Harm Your Developing Kid
Taking Ibuprofen and other NSAIDs during pregnancy will not raise your risk of miscarriage, a new study finds.
Feb 03, 2014 | 06:21 pm
Multiple Sclerosis Vaccine May Become Reality, Thanks To Newly Discovered Trigger
A possible bacterial trigger for multiple sclerosis may allow researchers to develop vaccines and antibodies against the debilitating condition.
Jan 28, 2014 | 04:57 pm
Blindness Cure Could Be On The Way
Researchers from Oxford University have developed a blindness cure based off of a gene therapy treatment where the copy of a faulty gene is injected directly into the eye's damaged cells.
Jan 16, 2014 11:01 am
Asians Are Skinnier Than Other Americans, But Not Healthier
Many Asian Americans are skinny — more than any other race — but they're still just as likely to have hypertension and abnormal cholesterol, a report says. ...
Jan 15, 2014 | 07:27 pm
Alternative Breast Cancer Treatment, Cesium Chloride, Kills Colorado Woman After At-Home Injection
People considering alternative medicine as a form of cancer treatment should consult a doctor or healthcare center before following through with a new supplement regimen.
Jan 8, 2014 | 04:37 pm
Chinese Poppy Plant, Corydalis, Works For Chronic Pain
A plant used in traditional Chinese medicine could soon become part of conventional drug design, according to a new study. With some reverse pharmacology, researchers from the University of California have shown ...
Jan 6, 2014 | 06:04 pm
Asthma Linked To Infertility In Women: How Inflammation From The Condition Impacts More Than Just Your Lungs
Though attention deficit behavior hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is known to affect a child's performance in school, new research suggest ADHD increases the risk in adolescent girls to commit suicide ...
Jan 5, 2014 | 10:59 am
Getting By With A Paleolithic Body
How fragile are our paleolithic bodies in today's environment? According to some researchers, many noninfectious diseases may result from our biological inability to adapt to certain aspects of modern society.
Jan 4, 2014 | 07:44 pm
Children Who Take Vitamins Could Be Getting Excessive Amounts
Many parents swear by the vitamin supplements that they give their children. With kids being some of the pickiest eaters, it makes sense that parents would worry about whether they're getting the right amount of nutrients.
Jan 3, 2014 | 08:31 pm
Caffeine Pills Boost Long-Term Memory And Pattern Separation In Study
A shot of espresso may help you find those keys. In a new study from Johns Hopkins University, researchers show that caffeine makes it easier to remember by boosting the brain's ability to consolidate long-term memories.
Jan 2, 2014 | 02:19 pm
Household Dog Protects Children Against Allergies, Asthma: Reshaped Gut Microbiome Lowers Risk Of Respiratory Ailments
Man's best friend may be his best bet to evade asthma and allergies. That is the conclusion of a new study from Tufts University School of Medicine, where researchers have determined that a pet dog allowed indoors can reduce a young child's risk of developing certain respiratory complications.
Jan 1, 2014 | 02:19 pm
Girls With ADHD Are More Likely to Commit Suicide, Study Says
Though attention deficit behavior hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is known to affect a child's performance in school, new research suggest ADHD increases the risk in adolescent girls to commit suicide ...
August 15, 2012 | 10:03 am
Survival of the Underdog: Standing Up to Bullies Is in Our Genes
TApparently it is in our genes to stand up to the man. The question of altruism has troubled researchers for a long time, particularly the idea of standing up to someone ...
August 14, 2012 2 :33 pm
Should Christians Boycott Starbucks?
A respected pro-family organization announced a boycott of Starbucks coffee. The group, which supports legal protection for ...
March 26, 2012 | 9:04 am
Post-Abortion Baby Parts Now a Booming Business
The culture of death demeans human life and perverts our view of reality. It actually forces us to view one another inhumanely ...
March 21, 2012 | 8:48 am
Pelosi May Make Abortion Litmus Test for Key Chairmanship
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi could use her influence to prevent Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio) from gaining the top position ...
March 20, 2012 | 5:01 pm
Obama Opposes NC Amendment Banning Gay Marriage
President Obama appears to be moving away from his 2009 stance of opposing gay marriage. He is opposing a proposed ...
March 20, 2012 | 12:22 pm
Santorum, Romney Supporters Divided on Religion's Role in Decisions, Abortion, Gay Marriage
It may not surprise many political pundits that the latest Washington Post-ABC News poll finds a majority of Rick Santorum ...
March 17, 2012 | 10:30 am
Tony Nicklinson: 'Right to Die' Euthanasia Case Will Proceed in UK
Tony Nicklinson, 57, has won the right to have his case heard by the British High Court; Nicklinson is petitioning the court for the ...
March 12, 2012 | 11:04 am
Something Deadly This Way Comes – 'After-Birth Abortion'
The debate over abortion comes down to one essential issue - the moral status of the unborn child. Those making the case for ...
March 7, 2012 | 9:12 am
Archbishop of Canterbury Decries Possible Legalization of Euthanasia in UK
Archbishop Rowan Williams has spoken out against assisted suicide saying it is un-Christian and dangerous for society.
February 12, 2012 | 9:28 pm
Pastor Blasts Starbucks for Promoting Gay Marriage, Urges Boycott
Christians need to make a "loud statement" and boycott Starbucks for their recent support of a gaymarriage bill proposed in ....
February 1, 2012 | 10:47 am
Church Groups, Individual Believers Differ on Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide
A proposal released by the Commission on Assisted Dying in England and Wales last week that suggested assisted suicide ...
January 11, 2012 | 12:02 pm
Outraged Over Commission's Report Which Recommends Assisted Suicide
A proposal, which would change the law governing assisted suicide in England and Whales, has Christian and pro-life groups ...
January 5, 2012 | 10:57 am
Mobile Euthanasia Clinics Labeled 'Death on Wheels' in Netherlands
The creation of mobile clinics that can euthanize patients at home is now being considered by the Dutch government, but some ...
December 13, 2011 | 3:03 pm
Fla. Conservatives Criticize Romney's Handling of Past Euthanasia Case
The Shark Tank, a conservative blog devoted to Florida politics, brought attention Monday to an attempted euthanasia case in ...
November 16, 2011 | 2:39 pm
Dutch Priest Refuses Funeral for Man Who Chose Euthanasia
A priest in the Netherlands has caused some consternation among parishioners for refusing to officiate the funeral of an ....
August 25, 2011 | 12:35 pm