Articles By Matthew Mientka
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Women Over 50 Are Giving Birth More Than Ever
As more women over age 50 give birth, some fertility specialists are saying they have no problem with that. -
Some Businesses Hiring Disabled Workers See Win-Win
Although some people may be unemployable in the normal sense, many people with moderate to severe mental disabilities find a niche in the working world. -
Regret: Romanian Man Says Swallowing Fork Was 'Mistake'
Among life's regrets was swallowing that fork on a bet... -
Nearly One-Third Of US Kids Have Elevated Cholesterol
Although wary of medicating children for high cholesterol, many researchers agree with new federal guidelines encouraging cholesterol screenings for children as an opportunity to recommend improved diet and exercise. -
Chronic Low Body Weight Just As Deadly As Obesity
A new review of studies shows that people with low body mass indexes face the same heightened chances of death as people with obesity. -
Margaritas In Danger? Lime Prices Double As Shortage Looms
A near doubling of the price of limes has made a trip to Margaritaville that much more expensive. -
Impotence Could Be Cured Without Medication
Impotence, or "E.D." (erectile dysfunction) affected 31 percent of men in a study in Australia. But researchers say the condition may be reversed naturally through healthier lifestyle choices. -
Surgeons Use 3-D Printer To Perform World's 1st Skull Transplant [VIDEO]
Surgeons in the Netherlands say they've performed the world's first complete skull transplant, a breakthrough made possible by new 3D printing technology. -
Celiac Disease May Double Coronary Heart Disease Risk
People with celiac disease may have a doubled risk of developing coronary heart disease, researchers from the Cleveland Clinic say. -
Lawmaker Wants Women To Take Pregnancy Tests Before Having A Drink
Forget ID. An Alaska state senator wants to require women to take a pregnancy test before ordering a drink at a bar or restaurant. -
New Genome Atlas Reveals Which Genetic Switches Do What
Scientists have now mapped the human genome's network of switches, which determine the functionality of genes throughout our DNA. -
Is This 20-Second High-Intensity Workout Quackery? [VIDEO]
Best-selling health and lifestyle author Michael Mosley credits his 20-second high-intensity workout regimen with effectively curing his diabetes.