Couple expecting 4 children after mother, surrogate both become pregnant with twins
A Seattle couple who spent 10 years trying to conceive is now expecting four children at once, after the mother and a surrogate for the couple learned they were each pregnant with twins
New device makes needles painless
For most people, dealing with needles isn’t easy – especially when it comes to facial injections. We take a look at a new device designed to make needle pricks painless
Paralyzed mom completes marathon in bionic suit
A paralyzed woman became the first ever person Tuesday to complete a marathon while wearing a bionic suit
South Dakota beef company to close plants over ‘pink slime’ controversy
Beef Products Inc. will close processing plants in three states this month because of the controversy surrounding its meat product that critics have dubbed “pink slime,” a company official said Monday.
Amish farm kids remarkably immune to allergies, study finds
Amish children raised on rural farms in northern Indiana suffer from asthma and allergies less often even than Swiss farm kids, a group known to be relatively free from allergies, according to a new study
US troops’ organ donations save lives in Europe
Since 2006, the organs of US troops who were killed in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan have saved the lives of around 140 people in Europe.
US troops’ organ donations save lives in Europe
Since 2006, the organs of US troops who were killed in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan have saved the lives of around 140 people in Europe.
US troops’ organ donations save lives in Europe
Since 2006, the organs of US troops who were killed in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan have saved the lives of around 140 people in Europe.
Huntington’s disease: genetic disorder of cognitive and motor decline
Huntington’s disease (HD) is a hereditary neurodegenerative disorder that causes involuntary movements, emotional disturbances and diminished cognitive abilities.
What is pancreatic cancer?
Pancreatic cancer — the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the United States — occurs when malignant cells develop in the pancreas. The National Cancer Institute estimated that in 2012, approximately 43,920 people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer,… Continue reading
A guide to endometrial cancer
Endometrial cancer begins in the the lining of the uterus, a woman’s hollow pelvic organ that fosters fetal development.
Squirrel tests positive for plague at California campsite
A ground squirrel trapped at a popular campground in southern California has tested positive for plague
What is tuberculosis?
Tuberculosis (TB) is a potentially fatal contagious disease that spreads between people via coughs and sneezes.
What is tuberculosis?
Tuberculosis (TB) is a potentially fatal contagious disease that spreads between people via coughs and sneezes.
Are you a hunter or a farmer? Know your type to better lose weight
If you’re like many Americans, total commitment to a diet doesn’t necessarily mean it will be successful for you. Dr. Mark Liponis, author of The Hunter/Farmer Diet Solution, said failure with a diet isn’t your fault. You may have… Continue reading
Why you need to break for lunch
If you work through lunch and don’t eat, thinking you’re being a good and dedicated employee – think again. You may be dedicated, but without lunch, you’re likely not very good
Why you need to break for lunch
If you work through lunch and don’t eat, thinking you’re being a good and dedicated employee – think again. You may be dedicated, but without lunch, you’re likely not very good
US to expedite E. coli tracking
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) will unveil plans Wednesday to begin acting more quickly to prevent outbreaks of E. coli illnesses by tracking contaminated ground beef to its source as soon as a preliminary test detects the bacteria, according… Continue reading
5 things your pediatrician wishes you would know
Your pediatrician is a valuable resource for you as you raise healthy kids, and forging a partnership with him or her is essential. But what should you know before you step foot into the doctor’s office? Here are 5 things to consider
5 things your pediatrician wishes you would know
Your pediatrician is a valuable resource for you as you raise healthy kids, and forging a partnership with him or her is essential. But what should you know before you step foot into the doctor’s office? Here are 5 things to consider