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Aug 08, 2013 03:43 PM EDT

Malaria Vaccine Holds Promise in Early Trials, Safe and Protective

Researchers are looking at the possibilities for an investigational malaria vaccine that has been found to be safe and even generate an immune system response that may protect against malaria infection in healthy adults.

Aug 09, 2013 11:07 AM EDT

Ancient Maya Carvings Discovered in Guatemala Pyramid

Hundreds of years ago, the Tikal kings ruled over a part of Guatemala in their Maya city state. Now archaeologists have unearthed new remains from the time of this ancient civilization, revealing a rare polychrome-painted stucco frieze that was beautifully carved on a Maya pyramid

Aug 08, 2013 01:22 PM EDT

Glow iPhone App Can Help You Get Pregnant

Could a new cell phone application actually tell you when you're most likely days are to conceive?

Aug 08, 2013 12:10 PM EDT

'Iron Man' Jet Packs in Hawaii May Threaten Coral Reef Ecosystems (Video)

Tourists and thrill-seekers in Hawaii are being propelled into the air by "Iron Man"-like jetpacks. Now, though, scientists and state officials are questioning the safety of these new devices and are wondering how they may affect the fish and coral in the area.

Aug 08, 2013 11:01 AM EDT

Feeling Blue at Bed Time? Turn on Some Red Light

Feeling blue at night time? A new study suggests that the lighting you see towards the end of the day may be making a big impression on how you mood.

Aug 08, 2013 10:29 AM EDT

Psoriasis Could Lead to More Severe Health Issues

A new study by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania shows that those compared to patients with the inflammatory skin condition tended to be at a higher risk for at least one additional major medical disease.

Aug 08, 2013 10:02 AM EDT

Inca Children Were Drugged with Coca and Alcohol before Ritual Sacrifice

About 500 years ago, three Inca children were sacrificed on the top of a mountain on the border between Chile and Argentina. Now, scientists have found a little bit more about this child sacrifice. They've discovered that the children were drugged with coca and alcohol before their demise.

Aug 07, 2013 11:06 PM EDT

Children with Cancer: Could Parents Also be at Risk?

If a child is diagnosed with cancer, a new study shows that parents should also consider themselves at risk as well.

Aug 07, 2013 04:57 PM EDT

Could Drinking Hot Cocoa Improve Brain Functioning?

Everybody enjoys a nice cup of cocoa, and thanks to a recent study, come to find out that drinking this drink may actually help improve brain function.

Aug 07, 2013 04:33 PM EDT

Sleep Apnea Patients More Likely to Develop Glaucoma

A new study from Taiwan has discovered that people with sleep apnea are more likely to develop glaucoma compared to those with the same sleep condition.

Aug 07, 2013 03:04 PM EDT

Anorexic Teens May Show Similar Traits Found in Those with Autism

Girls with the eating disorder anorexia may tend to have traits that are usually found in people with autism, a new study suggests.

Aug 07, 2013 01:25 PM EDT

Eat Your Breakfast: It Helps Keep You Fit

A recent study shows that people who had their biggest meal of the day at breakfast were more likely to lose weight and be at a lower risk of developing certain diseases.