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Study Links Poor Neighbourhoods to High Risk of Problem Gambling
May 22, 2015 08:02 AM EDT

Depression May Be Higher In Chronic Gamblings

Findings published in the Journal of Gambling Studies suggests that people who are compulsive and habitual gamblers are often depressed.

Black Bear
May 22, 2015 07:50 AM EDT

New Black Bear Genetic Maps May Aid Conservation Efforts

Last year, researchers examined the genetic diversity of American black bears in a few states. Now, scientists have expanded the study to include black bears throughout North America, which may aid conservation efforts.

Pills
May 22, 2015 07:31 AM EDT

Mood Instability May be Common to a Wide Range of Mental Disorders

It turns out that mood instability isn't only exclusive to affective conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety disorder. Researchers have found that it occurs in a wide range of mental disorders.

Nasty 1
May 22, 2015 07:12 AM EDT

One-of-a-Kind Star Discovered in Our Milky Way Galaxy is Called Nasty

Astronomers have spent years trying to determine the strange behavior of an aging star nicknamed "Nasty 1," residing in our Milky Way galaxy.

Corn Earworm
May 22, 2015 06:45 AM EDT

Genetically Modified Corn May Not be Effective Against the Corn Earworm

It turns out that genetically modified corn may not protect against the corn earworm.

Savannah
May 22, 2015 06:29 AM EDT

Vast Savannahs May Slow Climate Change by Storing Carbon

While tropical rainforests store vast amounts of carbon and can help prevent climate change, it turns out there's another ecosystem may also play a huge role.

Antarctica
May 22, 2015 06:13 AM EDT

Sudden Ice Loss in Antarctica is So Large it Impacts Earth's Gravity

Antarctica may be losing a bit more ice. Scientists have witnessed a sudden increase of ice loss in a previously stable region of Antarctica.

Robotic Arm
May 22, 2015 06:13 AM EDT

Scientists Create a Robotic Arm that Moves by Thought Alone

The field of prosthetics is moving forward by leaps and bounds and now, researchers have created robotic arms that move by mere thought.

Tofu Soy
May 21, 2015 11:04 PM EDT

Teens More Satisfied During The Day With Soy Protein Snacks

New findings published in the Journal of Nutrition reveal that afternoon snacks high in soy protein may help satisfy hunger and reduce the risk of future unhealthy habits in teens.

Beach Kid with Sunscreen
May 21, 2015 05:04 PM EDT

Americans Aren't Wearing Enough Sunscreen, Study Shows

Putting on a healthy dose of sunscreen isn't always America's strongest suit. Now researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have found that only about one-third of Americans use sunscreen on both their face and remaining exposed skin.

Obese and Overweight Teens More Likely to Become Regular Cigarette Smokers
May 21, 2015 04:12 PM EDT

Smokers Are Less Likely To Vote, But Why?

Researchers at the University of Colorado Denver have discovered that smokers are about 60 percent less likely to vote than non-smokers. Findings published in the journal Nicotine & Tobacco Research are the first to show a link to smoking and electoral participantion.

Baby Eye
May 21, 2015 11:38 AM EDT

Some Baby Teethers Hold Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals

New findings published in the Journal of Applied Toxicology reveal that two of ten teethers, otherwise known as plastic toys that are used to sooth a teething infant, held endocrine disrupting chemicals that can ease aches and pains in a baby's mouth. However, they can contain added health risks.

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