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55 Percent of the Nation’s River and Stream Miles in Poor Condition: EPA
Mar 27, 2013 09:39 AM EDT

55 Percent of US Rivers and Streams in Poor Condition: EPA

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released the results of the first comprehensive survey that assessed the health of stream and rivers across the country stating 55 percent of the Nation's River and Stream Miles are in poor condition.

FDA Approved Arthritis Drug Spurs Hair Growth in Those With Alopecia Totalis
Mar 27, 2013 09:27 AM EDT

Early Baldness Tied to Increased Risk of Prostate Cancer in African Americans

According to the latest finding, baldness that is a real big problem for men is linked with an increased risk of prostate cancer among African American men. In addition to this the the risk for prostate cancer increased with younger age and the kind of baldness.

Tofu Soy
Mar 27, 2013 09:19 AM EDT

Women With High Soy Intake More Likely To Survive Lung Cancer

The Latest study published in the journal of Clinical Oncology claims that women with lung cancer who consumed more soy food before being diagnosed for cancer lived longer when compared to women who never consumed soy.

Migraines in Middle Age Ups Risk of Parkinson's Disease
Mar 27, 2013 09:10 AM EDT

Migraines Are Related to Brain Abnormalities: Study

A latest study conducted by Italian scientists, link migraines to brain abnormalities that are presented at birth and other develop over time.

Doctor
Mar 27, 2013 09:08 AM EDT

More Sleep for Doctors in Training Shows More Medical Errors in Practice

These days, doctors are having a bit of trouble diagnosing a new problem. They thought giving residents less time on duty to catch up on some much needed rest might result in less medical errors. However, recent research shows that this isn't quite the case. But why?

 2012 was among the 10 warmest years on record: NOAA
Mar 27, 2013 09:04 AM EDT

Record Arctic Sea Ice Loss Linked to Extreme Weather: Why Spring has Not Yet Sprung

Record Arctic sea ice losses may be affecting the jet stream and causing harsher winters, according to scientists.

Carbon Neutral Bio-Fuels
Mar 27, 2013 08:15 AM EDT

Newly Engineered Microorganism Could Create Bio-Fuels from Carbon Dioxide

Scientists have engineered a new microorganism that could create carbon neutral bio-fuels from carbon dioxide in our atmosphere.

Supernova
Mar 27, 2013 07:34 AM EDT

Astronomers Discover New, Third Type of Supernova: Exploding Stars May Not be Deadly After All

Astronomers have discovered a new, third type of supernova called Type Iax. Unlike the two other types, though, this supernova may not be deadly for the exploding star.

Domestic Violence More Common Among Same-Sex Couples
Mar 26, 2013 11:44 PM EDT

Study Shows Promising Prevention of HIV for Gay Couples with Sexual Agreements

According to a University of Michigan study, sexual agreements among gay couples show promise for the prevention of HIV.

Regular Intake of Breakfast Helps Reduce Food Craving and Overeating
Mar 26, 2013 11:24 PM EDT

Breakfast is the Most Important Meal of the Day, Improves Brain Function and Helps Prevent Weight Gain

It's certainly true that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, statistics show that up to 60 percent of America's youth consistently skip it.

Down Syndrome
Mar 26, 2013 11:08 PM EDT

Cough Syrup Down Syndrome: BTD-001 Used to Improve Memory, Language and Learning

An ingredient in cough mixture may hold the key to improving language skills for people with Down Syndrome.

Mar 26, 2013 10:29 PM EDT

Organism with Seven Sexes? Scientist Discover Gender Selection Process

A single-celled organism called the Tetrahymena thermophila has long been known to have up to seven sexes of them, but now scientists have discovered how each cell's sex, or mating type, is determined, according to a new study.

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