The devastating tornado in Moore, Oklahoma, incapacitated the Moore Medical Center outside Oklahoma City, forcing it to evacuate patients and redirect victims of the massive damage to other health cen
Eating Disorders In The UK On The Rise
The trend isn't due to anorexia or bulimia, but to unspecified eating disorders.
Ray Manzarek Dies: Bile Duct Cancer Claimed Doors Founding Member And Keyboardist
Ray Manzarek dies at age 74, after a long battle with bile duct cancer. His family requested that fans send donations to cancer research in the name of the keyboardist and founding member of the legendary band The Doors.
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Dolly Revisited: New Cloning Method Makes Human Embryonic Stem Cells [VIDEO]
A major advance by Oregon researchers turns human skin cells into embryonic stem cells.
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Is Mental Illness Over-diagnosed? Backlash Over The New DSM-V
In the newest wave of criticism of the DSM-V, many British psychologists state they wish to eliminate mental illness dia
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Studies Suggest Pets Are Good For The Heart
A scientific statement from the American Heart Association says people with pets might have a lower risk for heart disea
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Pfizer Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Drug Inotuzumab Ozogamicin Fails In Late Stage Clinical Trials
Stopped in the middle after a cursory review of data, Pfizer says it won't give up on researching the combination of specific antibody and cell killing agent.
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Oklahoma Tornado Devastates Moore Hospital, Victims Evacuated [PHOTOS]
The devastating tornado in Moore, Oklahoma, incapacitated the Moore Medical Center outside Oklahoma City, forcing it to evacuate patients and redirect victims of the massive damage to other health centers.
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Eating Disorders In The UK On The Rise
The trend isn't due to anorexia or bulimia, but to unspecified eating disorders.
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Early Exposure To Traffic Pollution May Cause Hyperactivity Disorder
Researchers found a higher incidence of hyperactivity among children with better educated mothers, a disparity that might be exlained by a greater likelihood to report such symptoms.
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Handbag Care: Germs In Your Bag And How To Prevent Infection
A handbag may cost you more than you bargained for when it comes to your health.
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Immune Cell Seen As Key In Salamander Limb Regeneration
New research on reptiles shows that not only do genetics hold the key to limb regeneration, but an important white blood cell of the immune system supports regrowth.
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Longer Gym Class Periods Reduce Childhood Obesity
Requiring more time in physical education in schools is a good way to fight the childhood obesity epidemic, says a new study.
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Proposed Mandatory Drug Testing For Doctors Won't Work, ACLU Says
A proposal on the upcoming California ballot could make drug testing mandatory for all medical practitioners.
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Big Pharma Meets Non Profit: Is The New GSK And Save The Children Partnership In Africa's Best Interest?
While most have unequivocally praised a new partnership between drug manufacturer GlaxoSmithKline and NGO Save the Children, some experts wonder what's in it for Big Pharma.
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Echolocation Works, But Has It Already Been Proven? [VIDEO]
Researchers tested blind and sighted people to see if they had the potential to echolocate, but many blind advocates have been using the technique their entire lives.
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Allergy Test For Crohn's Drug Before Treatment May Be Possible
A new study suggests it may be possible to test for potential side effects of the Crohn's disease drug infliximab before treatment is administered.
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Immune Protein Acts As 'Braking' Mechanism For Diabetes [VIDEO]
Scientists in Australia have found a previously undiscovered protein in immune cells that can prevent, and possibly cure, diabetes.
- Pfizer Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Drug Inotuzumab Ozogamicin Fails In Late Stage Clinical Trials
Stopped in the middle after a cursory review of data, Pfizer says it won't give up on researching the combination of specific antibody and cell killing agent.
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Study Drugs Grow More Popular Among Teens, Parents Remain Unaware [VIDEO]
A poll found a huge disparity between the number of teenagers taking study drugs and their parents' awareness whether they're taking them or not.
- Allergy Test For Crohn's Drug Before Treatment May Be Possible
A new study suggests it may be possible to test for potential side effects of the Crohn's disease drug infliximab before treatment is administered.
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Smoking During Pregnancy Increases Risk For Obesity And Diabetes For Unborn Daughters
Smoking during pregnancy increases the risk that women's unborn daughters will develop both obesity and gestational diabetes when they become adults, according to new research.
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Mediterranean Diet Helps Prevent Cognitive Decline
New research adds to the growing body of scientific literature supporting the Mediterranean diet as a way to prevent mental decline associated with aging.
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5 Warning Signs Of Common Mental Health Disorders In Kids
Become aware of the possible mental health problems your child may have with these five common symptoms.
- Pfizer Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Drug Inotuzumab Ozogamicin Fails In Late Stage Clinical Trials
Stopped in the middle after a cursory review of data, Pfizer says it won't give up on researching the combination of specific antibody and cell killing agent.
- Smoking During Pregnancy Increases Risk For Obesity And Diabetes For Unborn Daughters
Smoking during pregnancy increases the risk that women's unborn daughters will develop both obesity and gestational diabetes when they become adults, according to new research.
- Eating Disorders In The UK On The Rise
The trend isn't due to anorexia or bulimia, but to unspecified eating disorders.
Texas Increases Spending On Mental Health Care
The state is spending hundreds of millions of dollars more on mental health care, as lawmakers work with an estimated budget surplus of $12 billion.
Cancer Survivors More Likely To Experience Poor Long-Term Physical And Mental Health
Researchers say that cancer survivors often suffer physical and emotional impairment after treatment, a lot of which goes undetected or untreated.
Ginger Compounds May Help Treat Asthma
Compounds in ginger might help asthma patients breathe easier when combined with bronchodilating medications, a study shows.
Bacterial Meningitis Infections Accelerating Among New York Gay And Bisexual Men
New York City public health officials recommend that HIV-positive or non-monogamous men who have visited the city any time since September 2012 get vaccinated.
'Obamacare' Insurance Premiums Lower Than Expected, Two States Announce
The Pacific northwest states of Oregon and Washington say insurers have submitted plans to the online market with lower-than-expected premium prices, in a surprise boost to the health care law known as "Obamacare."
It's ‘Amazing’ No One Died In Connecticut Train Crash, Official Says
Two trains crashed into each other during rush hour in Connecticut yesterday. Seventy people were injured, but luckily none were killed.
HIV Is No Barrier To Successful Liver Transplant For Cancer Treatment
A new study shows that being HIV positive diminish the effectiveness of a liver transplant to treat hepatocellular carcinoma.
GOP Uses IRS Scandal To Cast Doubts On Obamacare
Republicans are set to use the Internal Revenue Service's targeting of conservative groups as another device to attack the Obama Administration's health care reforms.
California Doctor Sentenced To 14 Years In Prison For Fake Cancer Cure
Dr. Christine Daniel received a 14-year sentence for falsely promising patients that she had a cure for their terminal illnesses.
Adolescents Who Start Drinking In Puberty More Likely To Develop Alcohol Problems Later
In a longitudinal study, researchers find that adolescents who start drinking during puberty are even more likely to develop drinking problems than those who started at younger ages.
