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23rd of April 2018
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ABC News: Health
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Allergy 'vaccine' suppresses the allergic response to peanuts in mice2018-04-12 03:54:03
There may be hope on the horizon for food allergy sufferers. -
In opioid epidemic, some cities strain to afford OD antidote2018-04-12 00:13:18
An overdose-reversal drug is a critical tool to easing America's opioid scourge _ but that doesn't mean naloxone doses are affordable or easy to acc -
Navajo Nation latest to sue over opioid epidemic in US2018-04-11 18:57:48
Navajo Nation latest to sue pharmaceutical companies and drug distributors, alleging their conduct caused opioid crisis -
Risk of Zika infection through sex may last only a month2018-04-11 17:20:33
Researcher see signs of Zika infection in men's semen for as long as nine months, but say the risk of sexual transmission appears to end in only one -
Federal lawsuit seeks to block Kentucky's new abortion law2018-04-11 15:10:15
Opponents of a new Kentucky law putting more restrictions on abortions have filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block it -
Former US House speaker to promote legalizing marijuana2018-04-11 14:37:23
Former U.S. House Speaker John Boehner says he has had a change of heart on marijuana and will promote its nationwide legalization -
YouTube stars who battled acne say they cleared skin through diet2018-04-11 13:47:13
Nina and Randa Nelson shared their acne struggles on YouTube. -
WATCH: YouTube stars share how they cleared their acne with diet2018-04-11 12:59:20
Nina and Randa Nelson, both 24, put their diet plan in a new book, "The Clear Skin Diet." -
WATCH: Later school start times help teens' moods, study says2018-04-11 09:56:13
The benefits held up months later, according to the study. -
WATCH: Mariah Carey's announcement puts new spotlight on bipolar II disorder2018-04-11 08:58:41
In the wake of the singer's public announcement of her diagnosis, Dr. Jennifer Ashton breaks down the various types of bipolar disorder, its symptoms -
Later school start times help teens' moods, study says2018-04-11 07:18:01
The benefits held up months later, according to the study. -
Fake pot likely tainted with rat poison kills 3, sickens 1002018-04-10 17:40:18
Fake marijuana likely contaminated with rat poison kills 3 people in Illinois, sickens more than 100 others
NYT > Health
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No Criminal Charges in Prince’s Overdose Death2018-04-19 13:00:31
The authorities in Minnesota said that no one would be prosecuted in the musician’s 2016 death from a fentanyl overdose, though a doctor will pa -
What #MeToo Means to Teenagers2018-04-19 12:40:32
While the “Me Too” movement has largely focused on adults, sexual harassment can leave deep and lasting scars on children and teens too. -
Nazi Links of Hans Asperger, Autism Research Pioneer, Prompt Consternation2018-04-19 12:20:03
The Austrian doctor collaborated with the Third Reich and actively assisted in the killing of disabled children, a new report says. -
Matter: Bodies Remodeled for a Life at Sea2018-04-19 12:02:04
The Bajau, who spend most of their time on the ocean, are among the best divers in the world. Evolution is remaking them, a new study finds. -
E. Coli Outbreak Tied to Romaine Lettuce Expands to 16 States2018-04-19 11:39:37
At least 53 people have been infected so far, and more than half have been hospitalized. -
As Opioid Prescriptions Fall, Prescriptions for Drugs to Treat Addiction Rise2018-04-19 11:05:58
New data suggests progress in efforts to curb the epidemic but raises questions about whether tightened prescribing may be leading some people to hero -
Concussions May Increase the Risk for Parkinson’s Disease2018-04-19 10:13:43
Traumatic brain injuries may lead to the development of Parkinson’s disease, a new study suggests. -
Frenchman Is First in World to Get 2 Full Face Transplants2018-04-19 09:16:15
Jérôme Hamon, a bookseller who has a genetic disease, underwent a second transplant after his body rejected the first because he had take -
Mind: Antidepressants and Withdrawal: Readers Tell Their Stories2018-04-19 07:51:43
Nearly 9,000 readers wrote to The Times to talk about their use of antidepressants. Here’s what we learned. -
Chinese Doctor Arrested, Then Applauded, for Criticizing a Popular Elixir2018-04-19 06:40:09
A doctor who suggested an alcohol-based tonic was dangerous was detained for 3 months, and then freed as a public hero. -
Married People Less Likely to Die From Melanoma2018-04-18 14:37:18
People who were married were more likely than single people to have melanoma detected in the earlier, more treatable, stages. -
We’re Bad at Evaluating Risk. How Doctors Can Help.2018-04-18 11:03:31
What to do when we don’t know what to do.
Scientific American: Health
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NYC Mice Are Packed with Pathogens2018-04-18 22:20:00
Mice trapped in New York City apartment buildings harbored disease-causing bacteria and antibiotic resistance genes. Christopher Intagliata reports. - -
Evolution Research Could Revolutionize Cancer Therapy2018-04-18 09:00:00
Evolutionary studies indicate that the genetic changes enabling a cancer to develop arise shockingly early within the primary tumor. This discovery po -
Should You Eliminate Oil from Your Diet?2018-04-18 08:30:00
Is an oil-free diet healthier? What are the arguments for and against eliminating oil from your diet? -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com -
Mine Social Media Posts to Predict Flu2018-04-17 19:02:00
Researchers used Twitter searches for nonflu words associated with behavior to predict flu outbreaks two weeks in advance. -- Read more on Sc -
Miniature Human Brains Grow for Months When Implanted in Mice Skulls2018-04-17 09:00:00
The lab-grown cerebrums are about the size of a lentil -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com -
The Spice of Death: The Science behind Tainted "Synthetic Marijuana"2018-04-17 06:45:00
Experts describe how rat poison linked to a recent bleeding outbreak does its damage -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com -
Ebola Vaccine Appears to Provide Long-Lasting Protection2018-04-16 11:30:00
Researchers are now optimistic about combating the virus with this inoculation -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com -
How Can Science Combat the Opioid Crisis?2018-04-14 08:30:00
What opioid addiction treatments are more effective and can we vaccinate against addiction? -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com -
The Public Doesn't Take Flu Seriously Enough2018-04-11 13:00:00
A century after the catastrophic pandemic of 1918, too many people still aren’t getting vaccinated -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com -
Expanding Global Access to Essential Heart Medications2018-04-11 07:00:00
Modernizing the World Health Organization's official list of vital medications -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com -
State of the Union for Life Expectancy Is Positive, but Some States Lag Behind2018-04-10 11:00:00
Newly published data highlights health trends throughout the country -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com -
Change Your Mind-Set, Reduce Your Chronic Pain2018-04-10 07:00:00
Psychological approaches can help control the agony and lessen the need for drugs -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
MedicineNet Daily News
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Could a Tattoo Someday Spot Your Cancer?2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: Could a Tattoo Someday Spot Your Cancer?Category: Health NewsCreated: 4/19/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AM -
Dengue Vaccine Use Should Be Restricted: WHO2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: Dengue Vaccine Use Should Be Restricted: WHOCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AM -
Drinking May Worsen Hearing Loss at Loud Concerts2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: Drinking May Worsen Hearing Loss at Loud ConcertsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/19/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 A -
U.S. Better Able to Tackle Health Emergencies: Report2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: U.S. Better Able to Tackle Health Emergencies: ReportCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 12:00: -
Even Flies Enjoy Ejaculation: Study2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: Even Flies Enjoy Ejaculation: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/19/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AM -
Gene Change May Have Helped Indonesia's Deep-Sea Divers2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: Gene Change May Have Helped Indonesia's Deep-Sea DiversCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/19/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 12: -
Early and Quick Turnaround Deployments Increase U.S. Soldiers' Suicide Risk: Study2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: Early and Quick Turnaround Deployments Increase U.S. Soldiers' Suicide Risk: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/19/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Edit -
When Does Online Gaming Become an Addiction?2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: When Does Online Gaming Become an Addiction?Category: Health NewsCreated: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AM -
Addictive Opioids Still Overprescribed After Surgery: Study2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: Addictive Opioids Still Overprescribed After Surgery: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/19/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 -
Keep Eating Veggies (and Fruits) for Better Health2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: Keep Eating Veggies (and Fruits) for Better HealthCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 -
Health Tip: Screening for Cancer in Older Adults2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: Health Tip: Screening for Cancer in Older AdultsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AM -
Doctor Who Gave Name to Asperger's Syndrome Worked With Nazis: Report2018-04-21 03:00:00
Title: Doctor Who Gave Name to Asperger's Syndrome Worked With Nazis: ReportCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/19/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review:
FOXNews.com
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Why the next generation of cancer researchers need support if they are to find a cure2018-04-20 15:59:00
Early- and mid-career scientists face tougher odds than their more-experienced colleagues, which can be discouraging for young creative minds looking -
Mom who nearly died from Toxic Shock Syndrome warns on dangers of infection2018-04-20 15:55:00
A Philadelphia woman is sharing her harrowing experience with Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) in the hopes that it will help spread awareness about the inf -
A single concussion may increase Parkinson's risk2018-04-20 12:49:00
Having a single concussion may increase a person's risk for Parkinson's disease, a new study suggests — but the overall risk of developin -
Mom honors stillborn daughter and unborn baby in glitter rainbow maternity photos2018-04-20 11:12:00
An Ohio mother who suffered a miscarriage at eight weeks in August 2016 was thrilled to learn she was expecting again just a few months later. -
Michigan couple with 13 sons welcomes number 142018-04-20 09:31:00
A Michigan family with 13 sons added another one on Wednesday, possibly ending the chances of ever adding a girl to the mix. -
Sick dog's 'cancer' revealed to be chewed up teddy bears2018-04-20 09:08:00
The owners of a sick St. Bernard dog were left stunned when a mass which vets thought was cancer turned out to be four half-chewed teddy bears. -
US experts back marijuana-based drug for childhood seizures2018-04-19 15:50:00
A medicine made from the marijuana plant moved one step closer to U.S. approval Thursday after federal health advisers endorsed it for the treatment o -
Georgia newborn's only hope is heart transplant, dad says2018-04-19 15:24:00
The family of a 2-month-old baby in Georgia is anxiously waiting for a heart transplant that could save their daughter’s life. -
Biden Cancer Initiative encourages data sharing, tries to put an end to cancer2018-04-19 15:21:00
In 2016, President Obama appointed Vice President Joe Biden to lead the national “Moonshot” initiative to eliminate cancer. -
Scientists share innovative cancer research at annual AACR meeting2018-04-19 14:58:00
Thousands of the top medical doctors, scientists and researchers from around the world gathered at the American Association for Cancer Research annual -
E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce expands to 16 states2018-04-19 11:43:00
An E. coli outbreak involving romaine lettuce from Arizona has sickened 53 people across 16 states, with 31 patients requiring hospitalization. -
Woman bullied over birthmarks strips down for body positive campaign2018-04-19 10:12:00
A woman branded a "chocolate chip cookie" by cruel bullies because she was born covered in birthmarks has stripped down to promote body positivity.
Health News - UPI.com
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Report: Opioid prescription volume declined 12% last year2018-04-19 16:54:34
Prescription opioid dosage volume declined 12 percent in 2017, the largest annual drop in more than 25 years of measurement, according to a report. -
Fall 2018 flu vaccine will be 20 percent effective, study predicts2018-04-19 16:02:15
This fall's flu vaccine will be 20 percent effective for the dominant circulating strain of influenza A, the same as shots given the past two years. -
FDA panel approves marijuana-based epilepsy drug2018-04-19 15:52:30
A FDA advisory committee unanimously approved an experimental drug made from marijuana to treat seizures associated rare epilepsy affecting children. -
Study explains link between high-fat diet and arthritis2018-04-19 14:45:21
A high-fat diet, such as a cheeseburger and milkshake, has been linked to arthritis and joint pain, according to a study of mice. -
Youths unaware popular e-cig JUUL contains nicotine, survey says2018-04-19 14:22:41
Although many young people are aware of the e-cigarette brand JUUL, few know it contains nicotine, according to a new survey. -
Study: Medical marijuana users likely to use other drugs2018-04-19 12:57:46
People who use medical marijuana have higher rates of medical and non-medical prescription drug use -- including pain relievers -- than others. -
New migraine drug might succeed where others failed2018-04-19 09:48:57
People with migraines unable to find relief from standard drug treatment might find success with a new drug. -
Device helps blind, low-vision users better browse web pages2018-04-18 16:55:02
Low vision and blind people successfully navigated web pages using a traditional screen reader, keyboard and new technology. -
Compound treats psoriasis, may curb autoimmune diseases, researchers say2018-04-18 16:17:42
A compound from immune cells treats psoriasis in mice and might also be effective in treating multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. -
Brain blamed for male mice gaining more weight than females2018-04-18 15:47:02
Researchers have determined why they believe men traditionally gain more weight than women -- and the answer likely involves the brain, according to a -
Class of type 2 diabetes drugs doesn't cut death risk compared to placebo2018-04-18 12:24:14
Comparing three classes of type 2 diabetes drugs, researchers found one class, which includes Onglyza and Januvia, did not reduce death risk. -
Gene mapping can help doctors pick most appropriate chemotherapy2018-04-18 11:27:25
Researchers have devised a new gene mapping technique that allows medical providers to determine the chemotherapy with the fewest side effects and bes
