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Pregnancy Exercise
Mar 11, 2015 06:41 PM EDT

Exercise Keeps Our Body Moving Even As Our Brain Slows

New findings in the journal Neurology along with previous studies show that staying physically active not only keeps our bodies' healthy, but it keeps us mentally strong and maximizes life to the fullest.

Elderly woman
Mar 11, 2015 06:05 PM EDT

New Class Of Drugs Dramatically Slows The Aging Process

A new class of drugs called senolytics has recently been invented and has been found to dramatically slow the aging process in mice. Reearchers from the Scripps Research Institute in Jupiter, Florida and the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota are hoping that the new medicine could potentially one d...

Alzheimers
Mar 11, 2015 05:54 PM EDT

Promising 'Natural' Alzheimer's Treatment Currently In Clinical Trials

Researchers are moving forward with a new natural treatment for Alzheimer's disease. It is current in the clinical trials, according to researchers at Michigan State University.

Toothpaste with Antibacterial Agent Reduces Plaque and Gingivitis
Mar 11, 2015 04:06 PM EDT

New Tool Helps Fight Gum Disease: Graphene

New findings published in the journal ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces are working to find various dental diseases that are caused by an overgrowth of certain bacteria in the mouth; these are also among some of the most common health problems in the world.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a serious mental condition that requires attention.
Mar 11, 2015 02:44 PM EDT

Genetic Markers Linked To PTSD

Statistics show that about 7 percent of Americans suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). These individuals are also at risk of developing other health problems that can develop into issues with memory, insomnia, anxiety, and even suicidal thoughts.

Forest Trees
Mar 11, 2015 01:45 PM EDT

Organic Burial Pods Turn Your Body into a Tree When You Die

Instead of visiting a graveyard to remember a loved one, think of visiting a forest. That may just be possible, thanks to a new burial method developed in Italy.

Crow
Mar 11, 2015 10:20 AM EDT

This Machine Teaches Wild Crows to Bring You Coins for Peanuts (VIDEO)

You may have heard of the girl who received gifts from crows after feeding them peanuts, but have you heard of the device that trains birds to give you presents?

Ocean
Mar 11, 2015 09:47 AM EDT

Small Eddies in the Southern Ocean Cause Global Effects on Climate Change

Scientists have found that the increasing strength of winds over the Southern Ocean is causing ocean eddies and mixing, which has extended its ability to absorb carbon dioxide and effectively delays the impacts of global warming.

Abell 2256
Mar 11, 2015 09:25 AM EDT

New Image Reveals Hundreds of Galaxies Colliding with One Another in 'Visible' Radio Waves

The Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array (VLA) has captured a spectacular, detailed image of one of the most fascinating regions of the universe. It's taken a picture of an area where clusters of hundreds of galaxies are colliding with one another.

Male Panther Chameleon
Mar 11, 2015 09:08 AM EDT

How Chameleons Change Their Colors to Brilliant Hues: Tiny Crystals

Chameleons have the amazing ability to change their colors. Now, though, scientists have found out how they do it. It turns out that the chameleons "tune" a lattice of nanocrystals present in their skin.

Unbound Star
Mar 11, 2015 07:48 AM EDT

Super Speedy Unbound Star Breaks the Galactic Speed Record

This star puts the fastest objects in our universe to shame. Scientists have found a fast-moving unbound star that has broken the galactic speed record.

Arctic Sea Ice Pack
Mar 11, 2015 07:33 AM EDT

Orbital Forces Caused Climate Change 1.4 Billion Years Ago

It turns out that the same forces that are causing climate change today caused climate change 1.4 billion years ago.

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