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Lack of key protein linked to Alzheimer's

Image of Dementia, such as Alzheimer's is not a normal part of the aging process.

Scientists have found that Alzheimer's disease patients have reduced levels of a critical protein. The protein, ubiquilin-1, is found in ... continue reading


Research hints at powerful new TB vaccine

Image of TB infects nearly 1/3 people worldwide and is one of the top 10 leading causes of death.

A breakthrough vaccine for tuberculosis (TB) may be in the works. An experimental version has shown that it can completely eliminate the ... continue reading



5 Quick tips to cut diabetes risk

Image of Making simple changes can significantly cut your diabetes risk.

Preventing diabetes may be easier than previously thought, a new government study suggests. The recently published study shows that minor ... continue reading


Five blinded by Avastin at VA hospital

Image of Contaminated doses of Avastin have been linked to several infections across the U.S.

Tainted doses of the drug Avastin have blinded five more patients at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Los Angeles. The new cases, ... continue reading


Show this to your boss and ask for a nap

Image of Employers may find naps to be less expensive than lost productivity or medical treatment.

A new study done by Merck & Co. has calculated the national tab for insomnia and it comes to $63.2 billion annually in lost ... continue reading


CANCER BREAKTHROUGH: New virus cures cancer

Image of Cancer cells like this one may soon be cured with the help of a genetically engineered virus.

Canadian scientists have made a breakthrough discovery and developed a virus that helps the body to cure cancer. Using genetic engineering, ... continue reading



Hate germs? Better read a different article...

Image of More than half of all nurses and doctors may carry germs on their uniforms.

A recent study has found germs in one place you'd least expect them: In the clothes of the very people trying to make you well. A study of ... continue reading


Bad news for moms to be

Image of U.S. infant mortality has improved, but slowly. The U.S. is now tied with Qatar.

Disturbing news for mothers to be in the U.S.. American-born babies have a greater risk of death in their first month than babies in 40 ... continue reading


Hair, good for avoiding dates, exercise

Image of Surgeon General, Dr. Regina Benjamin is urging women to stop using their hair as an excuse to avoid exercise.

Hair has been used as an excuse to avoid bad dates, but it's also been used to avoid exercise, according to Surgeon General, Dr. Regna ... continue reading


Americans: A bit too jolly and obese for the British

Image of Too jolly for the British: Half of all Americans will be obese by 2030.

The British have another criticism of the United States. We're getting too fat. In fact, according to a study published in the British ... continue reading


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