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Like ‘The Walking Dead:’ Florida Struck by Rampant Spice Overdose

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 21, 2016 02:06 PM EDT

An “unprecedented” epidemic, that is what the Florida investigators ae calling this extraordinary case of fake marijuana overdose that looks like a scene straight out of “The Walking Dead,” a TV show based on zombie apocalypse.

Why Do Autistic Patients Die Decades Before General Population?

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 21, 2016 09:46 PM EDT

Patients of autism die 12 to 30 years earlier than others, due to suicide and epilepsy, says a new study.

Rare Blood Infection Results To 17 Deaths In Wisconsin

By Jenn Loro - Mar 21, 2016 08:15 AM EDT

A rare blood infection linked to 54 recorded cases and 17 deaths in Wisconsin appeared to have reached Michigan. The infection usually preys elderly people with either weak immune system or an underlying health conditions

Ebola News Update: Infection Infects Four People In Guinea

By Jenn Loro - Mar 21, 2016 07:40 AM EDT

Two confirmed deaths linked to a fresh Ebola outbreak in the Guinea prompted aid agencies to deploy experts to investigate the matter. Since 2013, more than 11, 300 people have died following a series of outbreaks in various West African nations.

Better for Smart People to Have Fewer Friends, Study Shows Why

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 19, 2016 03:42 PM EDT

New research published by British Journal of Psychology last month shared an interesting fact, smart people are better off with less number of friends.

Study Proves that Your Heart and Brain Are Allies, Not Foes

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 19, 2016 03:14 PM EDT

The link between heart health and that of our brain has been documented for years. Researchers, however, now revealed that to maintain strong cognitive abilities, it may be a good idea to look after your heart.

New Equation That Accurately Predicts Calories Burnt by Walking: Study

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 19, 2016 11:58 AM EDT

Your daily walking may be burning more calories than you think. New equation developed by scientists predict accurately the amount of calories burned.

Checking your Smartphone Often May be a Sign of Impulsiveness

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 19, 2016 08:16 AM EDT

A new study says that people who check their smartphones often have very strong impulses and do not like delayed gratification.

Standing Desks Health Trend at Work May Be Futile

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 19, 2016 06:40 AM EDT

If sitting for hours at work is unhealthy for the body, standing desks may not exactly be a health boost your body either, says study.

Implantable Device In Brain May Destroy Plaques That Lead To Alzheimer's Disease

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 19, 2016 11:09 AM EDT

Scientists tried to implant a capsule to releases antibodies that may help to strengthen a patient's immune system against Alzheimer's disease.

Brain Cells that Signal Your Brain to Stop Overeating Identified by Scientists

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 19, 2016 05:17 AM EDT

What if your brain could tell you when to stop as soon as your eating turns into binge eating? Scientists have found the brain cells that could just that!

Prevent Zika Infection: Dodging Mosquito Bites

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 19, 2016 05:11 AM EDT

As we all know by now that Zika virus infection is linked to mosquito bites, people have become more cautious of mosquito bites to prevent Zika infection.

There May Be A Link Between Nightmares And Suicidal Tendencies: Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 12:48 PM EDT

Nightmares are linked with feelings of defeat, entrapment and hopelessness, which also lead to suicidal behavior.

How You Reach Your Office Can Help You Lose Weight: Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 08:36 AM EDT

Examining different modes of transportation shows that commuters on bikes show lower body mass index and weight than drivers.

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