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Apr 04, 2013 07:51 AM EDT

Study Links Baldness to Increased Risk of Coronary Heart Disease

A recent study published in the online journal BMJ Open reveals a close association between male pattern baldness and an increased risk of coronary heart disease. However, it was seen that only those with hair loss on the top/crown of the head are affected, and not those who experienced baldness at ...

Apr 04, 2013 05:00 AM EDT

Low Testosterone Levels may Signal Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis

A latest study highlights another health issue linked with low testosterone levels. The study conducted by Swedish researcher's state that low testosterone levels may signal the development of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in men.

Apr 03, 2013 12:00 PM EDT

Cthulu Journeys into the Realm of Biology: Octopus-like Microbes Named After Legendary Monster

The monstrous, squid-like Cthulu has made it into the realm of biology. Researchers have named two recently discovered microbes after the legendary creature

Apr 03, 2013 10:52 AM EDT

Plague-like Emerald Ash Borer Spreads Through U.S. States, Killing Trees

Like the plague, the emerald ash borer is spreading across Kentucky and other states, killing thousands of ash trees.

Apr 03, 2013 09:03 AM EDT

Study Links Mental Illness to Heavy Cannabis Use

Cannabis also known as marijuana is a major addictive drug and leaves a great impact in the lives of those who have an addictive nature. The latest study conducted by the researchers at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health claim that people with mental illness are more likely to use cannabis.

Apr 03, 2013 04:38 AM EDT

Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs could Help Fight Blindness: Study

Focusing on age-related blinding eye disease, a latest study states that the drug used to lower cholesterol levels may also be effective in treating macular degeneration.

Apr 03, 2013 07:48 AM EDT

Valley Fever on Increase in Southwestern States: CDC

A fungal respiratory infection known as 'Valley Fever' is on the rise in several southwestern states from 1998-2011, reports Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Apr 03, 2013 06:56 AM EDT

20 Percent of Teen Births in US are Repeat Births: CDC

A latest Vital Signs report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that nearly one in five teen births are repeat births. This remains a fact although there has been a drop in the rate of teen births in the past 20 years.

Apr 02, 2013 01:25 PM EDT

New Clues to Mysterious, Ancient Maya Blue Recipe Revealed (Video)

Researchers have found new clues about the mysterious Maya blue recipe, the intensely blue paint that was once used in Mesoamerica for centuries.

Apr 02, 2013 07:37 AM EDT

Meditation Enhances Compassionate Behavior: Study

A study conducted by researchers at the Northeastern University and Harvard University observed the effects of meditation on compassion and righteous behavior.

Apr 02, 2013 06:42 AM EDT

Obesity Causes Gradual Decrease in Physical Activity

For the first time the researchers at the Brigham Young University have focused on the other side of the equation to find out whether obesity leads to physical inactivity.

Apr 02, 2013 06:14 AM EDT

Side Effects of Cholesterol-Lowering Drug Statin Controlled: Study

According to researchers, for those who were prescribed the drug statin to maintain low cholesterol levels, discontinuing it posed serious heart problems. But doctors told the patients to continue with the drug and try other statins or a lowered dose.