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Chemical Scare Evacuates Florida's Planned Parenthood Clinic, Many Were Hospitalized

By R. Siva Kumar - May 24, 2016 09:40 AM EDT

Several people with breathing problems were hospitalised, while a Planned Parenthood clinic in Sarasota, Fla., was evacuated Monday.

Even As Opioid Prescriptions Decline, Why Do Fatal Overdoses Rise?

By R. Siva Kumar - May 24, 2016 09:39 AM EDT

Data reveals that for the first time in two decades, opioid prescriptions are reducing, yet fatal overdoses from the compounds are going up.

Low-Salt Diets May Not Be Safe, Might Lead To Rise In Heart Disease, Stroke Or Even Death

By R. Siva Kumar - May 24, 2016 09:38 AM EDT

A new study shows that though high salt intake is dangerous to those with high blood pressure, low-salt diets might be harmful for your health.

Painkiller Prescription Falling In The US, But Fatal Overdoses Crisis Remains

By Dipannita - May 24, 2016 09:43 AM EDT

For the first time in the past 20 years, the number of prescriptions for opioid drugs and painkillers is decreasing in the United States. These are the findings of a new study conducted by a relatively new body of research called IMS Health.

Melanoma Thrives In New Jersey Like No Other State

By Dipannita - May 23, 2016 04:23 PM EDT

The coming of summer is not only marked by an increased amount of time besides the pool, but also by an increased number of one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer - melanoma. What's more concerning is that the rate of occurrence of melanoma in New Jersey is far more than any other state in the country.

What Determines Nose Shape? Scientists Know The Answer

By Dipannita - May 23, 2016 01:29 PM EDT

What factors determine the size and shape of the nose is one of the biggest questions that the researchers from around the world are trying to find an answer to. Now, a team of researchers from the University College London has identified four genes that influence the characteristics of the human nose.

Brain-Dead Toddler Gets Court Grant for More Life Support

By Jenn Loro - May 22, 2016 09:28 PM EDT

A mother of a two-year-old brain-dead toddler is getting a weekend reprieve from the court to keep her son life support while she looks for an alternative facility. Meanwhile, the hospital argues that patient’s case is irreversible and keeping him on life support would rob him of a dignified death.

‘Sunscreen Gene' May Be the Key in Preventing and Treating Skin Cancer

By Jenn Loro - May 22, 2016 09:29 PM EDT

Scientists recently discovered what they call as ‘sunscreen gene’ with the ability to repair damages caused by UV rays- the primary cause of skin cancer. While the research requires further studies, the scientists hope that a drug could be someday be created to trigger the UV repair function of the so-called sunscreen genes based on their findings.

Zika Virus Update: Number of Infected Pregnant Women Tripled, CDC Says

By Jenn Loro - May 22, 2016 09:29 PM EDT

Following massive outbreaks in Latin America and Caribbean, CDC has warned that the number of Zika-infected pregnant women in the US has more than tripled in recent months. Meanwhile, President Barack Obama has recently criticized the US Congress for not approving his $1.9 billion budget request to fund anti-Zika programs.

Fake Medico Charged With Manslaughter Of 28-year-old With Buttock Enhancement Drugs

By R. Siva Kumar - May 22, 2016 09:15 AM EDT

One Venezuelan, Jose Robusto, 43, was charged with manslaughter and practising unlicensed medicine for giving buttock-enhancement drugs leading to a woman's death two years ago.

FDA To Modify Nutrition Labels, New Ones Will Make 'More Sense'

By Dipannita - May 22, 2016 09:15 AM EDT

The United Stated Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has decided to take the long awaited decision - change of food labels. Yes, the federal agency has decided to get the label of America's favorite foods and drinks modified, so that they make "more sense" for the consumers.

France Reports First Zika-related Death In Martinique

By Dipannita - May 22, 2016 09:16 AM EDT

France has reported its first Zika-related death in its Carribean island of Martinique. The announcement came from the regional health agency.

Michael Schumacher Health News: Ex-President of Ferrari Hints at Schumacher’s Improving Health

By Kanika Gupta - May 21, 2016 08:31 PM EDT

It has been months since last official update about Michael Schumacher’s health. However, the fans will be happy to know that their favorite F1 star might be able to recover from his fatal ski accident.

Disturbing New Sex Roulette Parties Have Teens Engage in Unprotected Sex in a Group Knowing that One Participant is Inflicted with HIV

By Kanika Gupta - May 21, 2016 08:13 PM EDT

This new disturbing trend gives parents yet another reason to keep a check on their teenage children. Dangerous sex roulette parties have emerged where teens engage in unprotected sex in a group where one of the participants is HIV positive. This trend is rising in Spain and is capable of spreading to other parts of the world.

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