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Doctors Performing Surgery
Dec 09, 2015 11:04 AM EST

29 Percent Of New Doctors Affected By Depression

Doctors in the early stages of their career are at an increased risk of depression, according to a comprehensive international review.

Blue Straggler
Dec 09, 2015 10:31 AM EST

Blue Stragglers Suck the Life from Their Companion Stars to Stay Younger for Longer

Most stars born, evolve and die in similar ways. But for some stars, called binary stars, the gravitational force of their partner impacts their lives. Now, scientists are taking a closer look at a strange group of exceptions: blue stragglers.

West Antarctic Rift System
Dec 09, 2015 09:49 AM EST

Volcanic Chain and Hot Rock Lurking Beneath Antarctica Mapped

Scientists may have learned a bit more about what lurks beneath Antarctica. Ruggidized seismometers that can withstand the cold in this polar landscape have revealed that a volcanic chain with areas of hot rock can be found beneath the overlying ice sheet.

Mosasaur Fossil
Dec 09, 2015 08:59 AM EST

Strange Mosasaur Fossil Reveals These Predators Had Binocular Vision Like Humans

An unusual mosasaur fossil is telling researchers a bit more about what type of vision these ancient creatures had. Scientists have examined the fossil and have found it had binocular vision.

Pterosaur
Dec 09, 2015 08:31 AM EST

Texas Pterosaur Fossil Reveals These Giant Reptiles Evolved After Travel (VIDEO)

A new species of unearthed pterosaur may be a native of Texas, but it's strikingly similar to an English species. The new findings may just tell researchers a bit more about how these creatures spread millions of years ago.

Pears
Dec 09, 2015 12:12 AM EST

Eating Pears Lowers Your Obesity Risk, New Study Says

Eating pears could help lower your obesity risk, according to a recent study.

E-cigarettes
Dec 08, 2015 07:47 PM EST

Chemical Flavorings In E-Cigarettes May Increase Risk Of Lung Disease

A chemical found in certain flavored e-cigarettes may increase the risk of lung problems, according to a recent study.

cancer
Dec 08, 2015 07:02 PM EST

Common Prostate Cancer Treatment May Increase Alzheimer's Risk

Prostate cancer patients on androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), a treatment that reduces levels of male hormones, may be at a greater risk of developing dementia.

arm
Dec 08, 2015 06:34 PM EST

Ibuprofen Patch Can Relieve Pain For Up To 12 Hours

Researchers at the University of Warwick have created an ibuprofen patch that is applied directly to where pain is located on your body--providing pain-relief for up to 12 hours.

Medicinal Marijuana Grow House in Denver, Colorado
Dec 08, 2015 06:34 PM EST

Marijuana Extract May Help Some Cases Of Severe Epilepsy

The study specifically looked at the use of Epidiolex, a pharmaceutical liquid formulation of cannabidiol.

sneeze
Dec 08, 2015 05:16 PM EST

Asthma, Allergies Increase Children's Risk Of Heart Disease

Children with asthma or allergies may be at a greater risk of heart disease, according to a recent study.

Human Activities Makes Coral Reefs More Vulnerable
Dec 08, 2015 04:29 PM EST

Coral Reefs More Vulnerable To Coastal Development

A new study sheds light on how human population growth and development affects coral reefs. Nutrient enrichment speeds up the growth of algae, which puts coral reefs at a high risk.

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