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Apr 02, 2014 04:55 AM EDT

Earthquake of 8.2 Magnitude Strikes Chile Sparking Tsunami Warning and Evacuations

A deadly 8.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Chile late Tuesday killing five people and displacing thousands. This massive quake sparked a tsunami alert warning people to stay away from shorelines.

Apr 01, 2014 08:12 AM EDT

Breast Lifts Increasing At Twice the Rate of Breast Implants, Statistics Reveal [VIDEO]

There has been a two-fold increase in the rate of plastic lift procedures conducted compared to breast implant surgeries, a latest statistics uncovers.

Apr 01, 2014 08:09 AM EDT

FDA Okays Topamax for Prevention of Migraine in Adolescents

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave clearance to Topamax, the first drug approved to prevent migraine headaches in teenagers.

Apr 01, 2014 06:59 AM EDT

Study Ties Poor Sleep Quality to Decline in Cognitive Development in Older Men

Researchers have discovered a strong association between poor sleep and cognitive decline in older men.

Apr 01, 2014 06:23 AM EDT

Study Links Anti-anxiety Drugs and Sleeping Pills to Increased Risk of Death

Researchers at the University of Warwick highlight that anti-anxiety drugs and sleeping pills have been associated with an elevated risk of mortality.

Apr 01, 2014 06:01 AM EDT

Sun Unleashes X-Class Solar Flare Combined With CME over the Weekend [VIDEO]

In the last few weeks there has been an uptick in solar activity as the Sun has again unleashed a significant X-class solar flare into the vast space. Researchers assume that this solar flare was accompanied with a strong coronal mass ejection (CME), NASA announced.

Mar 29, 2014 06:54 AM EDT

FDA Approves 'Alprolix' to Treat Rare Clotting Disorder Hemophilia B

The U.S. Food and Drugs Administration gave a clearance to Biogen's Alprolix to treat patients with Hemophilia B. This is the first long acting treatment with less frequent injections.

Mar 29, 2014 06:47 AM EDT

Enhancing Quality of Sleep Helps Chronic Pain Sufferers Stay Physically Active

A latest study identifies sleep as a best remedy to treat chronic pain. It suggests that improving the quality of sleep helps chronic pain sufferers stay physically active.

Mar 29, 2014 06:39 AM EDT

Denver Zoo Celebrates the Birth of First Clouded Leopard Cubs

Denver Zoo welcomes the arrival its twin clouded leopard cubs. The twin cubs are the first birth of their species at the zoo.

Mar 29, 2014 03:16 AM EDT

Study Links Being Underweight to Higher Risk of Dying: Study

A new study uncovered a strong association between being underweight and a higher risk of dying in both adults and fetuses.

Mar 29, 2014 01:18 AM EDT

Danish Little Owls Threatened by Lack of Food During Breeding Season

Owls are known to swallow anything they manage to catch. However a new study states that these birds do not have sufficient food during the breading season and this is one of the major threats for their population.

Mar 28, 2014 08:44 AM EDT

Consistent Control of Blood Pressure Helps Lower Risk of Second Stroke by 50 Percent

Stroke survivors, who constantly keep their blood pressure under control could lower the risk of a second cardiac event by more than 50 percent, claims a new finding.