Prevention

‘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.

Alzheimer's Disease Can Be Prevented With Exercise

By Jenn Loro - May 03, 2016 12:56 PM EDT

A new study links physical activities to lowered risks of having memory impairments like Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. The study reveals that the more physically active a person becomes, the more grey matter he has- grey areas are regions in the brain responsible for many of our critical cognitive functions like speech and memory.

WHO Reports Deaths from Malaria have Fallen, Africa makes Slight Progress

By Cheri Cheng - Dec 08, 2015 04:41 PM EST

The World Health Organization (WHO) reported that over this past year, malaria killed fewer than half a million people.

10 Tips on How to Prevent Cancer

By Cheri Cheng - Sep 18, 2015 04:48 PM EDT

Here are 10 things that people can do to lower their cancer risk.

If You Do Not Want a Hangover, Drink Less Alcohol, Study Reports

By Cheri Cheng - Aug 31, 2015 02:16 PM EDT

Researchers concluded that eating food or drinking water does not get rid of hangovers.

People with Genetically Low Vitamin-D Levels have a Higher Risk of MS, Study Reports

By Cheri Cheng - Aug 26, 2015 03:02 PM EDT

A new study has linked genetically low vitamin D levels to an increased risk of multiple sclerosis.

Facebook New Feature Aids Suicide Prevention

By Kamal Nayan - Feb 26, 2015 12:41 AM EST

Facebook has begun rolling out a feature update that would aid suicide prevention. The tool would allow users flag concerning content on mobile or desktop and notify the service easily.

Super Bowl 2015: Health Officials to Keep an Eye out for Measles

By Cheri Cheng - Jan 30, 2015 11:42 AM EST

Arizona health officials are working hard to contain and prevent a measles outbreak from spreading ahead of Super Bowl XLIX.

Cancer Deaths down by 22 Percent, American Cancer Society Reports

By Cheri Cheng - Dec 31, 2014 02:26 PM EST

According to the American Cancer Society, deaths related to cancer have fallen by 22 percent over the past two decades

Healthier Lifestyle Can Boost Cancer Prevention

By Casey Morada - Dec 26, 2014 09:32 AM EST

A healthier lifestyle can play a vital role in reducing cancer risk, according to experts.

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