John Ericson

Is It Cancer? Pee On This Strip Of Paper And Find Out

A cheap urine test could soon diagnose non-communicable conditions like cancer and blood clots in nations with limited medical infrastructure.

Acupuncture Reduces Inflammation And 'Saves Lives,' But How?

Acupuncture may ward off sepsis and other infections by reducing inflammation, but is the effect "real"?

Why Do Blood Pressure Meds Up The Risk For Falling Injuries?

Blood pressure medication may raise the risk of serious fall injuries by 40 percent in older patients with hypertension, a new study finds.

Iconic 'Got Milk?' Ad Campaign Is Dead [PHOTOS & VIDEO]

MilkPEP's classic ad campaign "Got Milk?" will be replaced by "Milk Life," a new ad that's definitely not the exact same concept, industry executives announced on Monday.

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.

When Team Sports Are Better Than Hormone Therapy

Team sports like floorball may be just as effective as hormone therapy when it comes to fighting cardiovascular disease associated with postmenopausal estrogen loss.

What's Paralyzing Children Across California?

A mysterious illness resembling polio that causes paralysis and respiratory complications has been observed in children's hospitals across California, a new case study shows.