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May 06, 2014 11:07 AM EDT

Government-Sponsored Health Care Saves Lives, But at What Cost?

RomneyCare is a government-sponsored program for health insurance coverage in the state of Massachusetts. Former Governor Mitt Romney instituted the program in 2006, and a new study found that it helped save more lives, but at a high cost.

May 06, 2014 09:21 AM EDT

Mealtime TV Viewing During Pregnancy Tied to Risk of Childhood Obesity

A new study suggests that pregnant women should consider switching off television during mealtimes in order to prevent childhood obesity.

May 06, 2014 09:17 AM EDT

Intake of Sports And Energy Drinks Tied to Unhealthy and Negative Behaviour

A study associates weekly consumption of sports drinks and energy among adolescents to unhealthy negative behaviour.

May 06, 2014 08:58 AM EDT

Sixdog Investment Recalls Some Organic Eggs Over Possible Salmonella Threat

Sixdog Investment voluntarily recalled some cases of their certified organic eggs due to the possible Salmonella contamination.

May 06, 2014 03:54 AM EDT

Having Eczema May Lower the Risk of Skin Cancer, Study

Eczema, an inherited and chronic skin condition, is associated with a reduced risk of skin cancer.

May 06, 2014 12:30 AM EDT

Young Blood Reverses Signs of Aging in Mice

A recent study shows that the infusion of young blood into mice can help rejuvenate brain tissue, according to a recent study conducted by the Stanford University School of Medicine.

May 06, 2014 07:06 AM EDT

How to Prevent Skin Cancer in the Sun's Strongest Months

Summer is right around the corner and many of us are excited to catch some rays to get our color. But skin cancer is prevalent in the United States, with projections reaching 10,000 deaths in 2014. Here’s how to take proper precautions in the sun.

May 05, 2014 03:46 PM EDT

Focused Ultrasound may Help Reduce the Pain of Cancer

Cancer can be particularly excruciating when it spreads to the bone. Yet a new phase III clinical trial shows that a focused ultrasound with non-invasive magnetic resonance could provide some relief.

May 05, 2014 02:44 PM EDT

New Study Reveals Huge Diabetes Increase in Children: Preventative Action Needed

The Colorado School of Public Health conducted a study that analyzed data from health plans in various states and found that both type 1 and type 2 diabetes became more common among the youth.

May 05, 2014 01:37 PM EDT

Babies Should Sleep on Their Backs: Risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Since 1994, parents have been urged to place their babies to sleep on their backs in order to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Yet it turns out that not all caregivers have been warned.

May 05, 2014 02:13 PM EDT

Florida Government Approves Medical Marijuana Legislation

On Friday the Florida State Senate passed a bill that will legalize the use of low-THC marijuana to treat patients with epilepsy and cancer. Governor Rick Scott is expected to sign the bill into law soon.

May 05, 2014 11:44 AM EDT

Environmental Factors More Important Than Realized in Autism Development

It's not just genes that influence whether or not a child develops autism, it's also environment. Now, scientists have taken a closer look and have found that environmental factors are far more important than previously thought.