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"Wish to Quit Smoking" Could be Granted with the New 'Breakthrough' in Mapping the Nicotine Addiction

By Theena - Oct 05, 2016 06:13 PM EDT

Wish to quit smoking may be on the way after researchers crystallized a protein that holds answers to how nicotine addiction occurs in the brain.

New Study: Breastfeeding Saves Mothers' Lives Too

By Theena - Oct 05, 2016 06:15 PM EDT

New study shows that breastfeeding saves mothers' lives too

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg And Wife Plan To Provide Cure To All Diseases?

By Maria Alamban - Sep 23, 2016 07:32 AM EDT

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and wife Priscilla Chan are laying out plans to invest $3 billion dollars medicine research that will help cure top diseases which causes death in our generation.

Hepatitis A Virus: How and Why Strawberries Are The Culprit?

By Eileen De Santos - Sep 13, 2016 06:30 PM EDT

At least 89 people from seven states have been infected with Hepatitis A. Most have been claiming having a smoothie that contains strawberry from Tropical Smoothie Cafe.

Suicide Risk Can Increase in Online Groups -- Here's What to Watch For

By Anna Ridle - Sep 13, 2016 01:30 PM EDT

Social connectedness is often seen as a suicide preventer, but a recent study shows that in certain situations it may increase suicide risk.

Sugar Industry Paid Off Harvard Researchers, the Truth About Sugar Health Risks Surfaces

By Anna Ridle - Sep 13, 2016 06:00 PM EDT

Big business has often been accused of manipulating research and policy in the USA, now there’s evidence of the sugar industry’s role in funding skewed studies at the expense of American’s health.

2016 First Case of Zika Virus Confirmed in The Philippines

By Sky Selrach - Sep 06, 2016 09:15 AM EDT

The dreaded Zika virus has made its way to the Philippines. According to reports, the symptoms of the virus were noted in a 45-year old woman hailing from Iloilo of the central Philippines. This is the first case of the virus this 2016.

(VIDEO) Age to Purchase Tobacco Going Up to 21 This Week in Chicago

By Staff Writer - Jul 01, 2016 07:16 PM EDT

The minimum age in Chicago for purchasing cigarettes and other tobacco products is increasing to 21 at the end of the week.

Dogs Can Help Prevent Sugar Levels From Falling Low

By Dipannita - Jul 01, 2016 11:37 AM EDT

Dogs are not only faithful companions, but they can also be put into medical use. According to a new study, dogs can help prevent sugar levels from falling too low in Type 1 diabetes patients.

World's Poorest, Richest Children Are Dramatically Inequal: UNICEF

By Dipannita - Jul 01, 2016 11:37 AM EDT

Millions of poor children will die of preventable disease by 2030 if nothing is done to eliminate global poverty, a new report released by UNICEF has revealed. The organization claims that in the past few decades, the number of children not going to school and those getting married early has only increased.

Weight Loss Tips For Working Moms: Simple Diet Changes Can Produce Striking Results

By Dipannita - Jun 27, 2016 09:54 AM EDT

One of the biggest postnatal challenges for mothers is to lose those extra pounds and the baby fat that is gained during pregnancy. The weight gained tends to remain with the mother until a few lifestyle-related changes are made.

Using Smartphones May Cause Transient Vision Loss, Researchers Say

By Dipannita - Jun 24, 2016 11:05 AM EDT

People who have a habit of using their smartphone before sleeping should beware. According to a new study, using smartphone just before sleep can lead to transient vision loss, leading to temporary blindness.

Measles Confirmed In An Unvaccinated Child In Florida

By Dipannita - Jun 24, 2016 11:05 AM EDT

A case of measles in an unvaccinated child has been confirmed by the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County. According to the health department, more than 100 may have been exposed to the measles virus in the area.

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