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Emperor Penguin
May 04, 2015 07:20 AM EDT

One in Six Species May Become Extinct by 2100 Due to Climate Change

A total of one in six species may become extinct by 2100. Scientists have found for every degree that global temperatures rise, more species will become extinct.

Elephants
May 04, 2015 06:58 AM EDT

Major, Global Decline of Large Herbivores May Leads to an 'Empty Landscape'

The decline of the world's large herbivores, especially in Africa and parts of Asia, may cause an "empty landscape" in some of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet in the future.

Smoking Bans in Prison Tied to Lower Death Rate
May 01, 2015 07:58 PM EDT

Some Advice From An ER Doctor May Help Smokers Kick The Habit

Smoking is a nasty habit, but new research shows that many are more likely to give it up after being instructed by an ER doctor.

Red Blood Cells
May 01, 2015 07:27 PM EDT

Could An Enzyme Help Transform Blood Types Into The Universal O?

New findings published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society show a way to change Type A and Type B blood to O blood, a universal donor. In time, researchers are hopeful that this could ease some of the shortages in blood banks.

Baby Newborn
May 01, 2015 07:19 PM EDT

Brain-Dead Woman Kept Alive To Deliver Her Baby

A catastrophic hemorrhage took Karla Perez's life, yet she was kept on life support for the remainder of her pregnancy

Money
May 01, 2015 07:07 PM EDT

Even A Little Debt Can Cause Depression

Financial debt, rather small or large, is enough to weigh on your mind. New findings published in the Journal of Family and Economic Issues found that in some cases, debt could actually lead to depression.

Raw Chicken
May 01, 2015 06:54 PM EDT

You Can Reduce The Risk Of Food Poisoning With Disinfectant Wipes

New findings published in the journal of Applied Microbiology show that disinfectant wipes that are typically used in the kitchen (and other areas) can significantly reduce the risk of food poisoning.

Novel Accurate Method Developed to Accurately Detect Cervical Cancer
May 01, 2015 06:36 PM EDT

Cervical Cancer Screening: Here Are The Best Practice Guidelines

New findings published in the journal Annals of Internal medicine reveal new clinical advice that aims to reduce the need for screening of cervical cancer in average risk women who are not exhibiting symptoms.

Alcohol
May 01, 2015 06:19 PM EDT

Binge Drinking: These Days, Women Are Consuming A Lot More Alcohol

New findings published in the American Journal of Public Health reveal a substantial increase in the amount of drinking among women.

Big Ben at Dusk
May 01, 2015 08:14 AM EDT

England May Experience 13-Fold increase in Record-Breaking Warm Years

Scientists have discovered that the likelihood of record-breaking warm years in England may substantially increase due to human-caused climate change.

Greenland Polar Bears
May 01, 2015 08:01 AM EDT

NASA Data Reveals How Climate Change Impacts Arctic Marine Mammals

Scientists have looked at 11 species of marine mammals who depend on Arctic sea ice to live, feed and breed and have examined how their habitat will evolve in a warming world.

Pillars of Creation
May 01, 2015 07:44 AM EDT

Scientists Create the First Ever 3D View of the Pillars of Creation

Scientists have used the MUSE instrument on ESO's Very Large Telescope (VLT) in order to create the first complete 3D view of the famous Pillars of Creation in the Eagle Nebula.

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