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Mar 31, 2014 10:40 AM EDT

Remains of Rare Florida Panther Discovered in Big Cypress Preserve

Officials from the Big Cypress National Preserve, located in Southern Florida, have discovered the remains of another panther that was killed.

Mar 31, 2014 10:07 AM EDT

Bariatric Surgery Effective for Treatment of Diabetes

As statistics show that more than one-third of U.S. adults are obese, often resulting in such weight-related conditions as heart disease, stroke and other health issues, a recent study shows that bariatric surgery could be an effective treatment for type 2 diabetes.

Mar 31, 2014 12:15 AM EDT

More Live Births may Increase Risk of Heart Disease

A recent study shows that women who give birth to four or more children are more likely to develop symptoms associated with plaque in the heart.

Mar 30, 2014 05:19 PM EDT

Failed Glaxo Heart Drug may Hold Benefits for Heart Disease

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK)'s new heart drug failed the mail goal of a phase III study. However, there's still hope that the product could benefit patients in the future.

Mar 30, 2014 04:55 PM EDT

Second Eaglet Hatches at Pittsburgh Bald Eagle Nest

For many Pittsburg, Pa., residents, a rare sight has graced the area. Two eaglets have recently hatched next to one other egg in a bald eagle nest, with all of this action currently being captured via a Live Stream.

Mar 30, 2014 03:42 PM EDT

Creation of Chromosomes: Scientific Breakthrough Creates Artificial Life

An incredible scientific breakthrough has revealed the creation of a chromosome by New York University (NYU) scientists. According to researchers, they're taking these findings a step closer to the creation of artificial life--otherwise known as the first man-made chromosome for a complex-celled org...

Mar 30, 2014 03:18 PM EDT

Rasberry Crazy Ants Heading Towards Houston

Houston, welcome the Rasberry crazy ant, due to arrive in the great state of Texas within just a few weeks.

Mar 30, 2014 02:52 PM EDT

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services to Review Protection of Rare Southeastern Alaska Wolf

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will review today whether or not Southeast Alaskan wolves should be listed for protection under the Endangered Species Act.

Mar 28, 2014 11:43 PM EDT

Erectile Dysfunction may be Reversed with a Healthy Lifestyle: Study

A recent study shows that little blue pills may not be the answer when it comes to erectile dysfunction. In fact, research shows that the health problem may be fixed as easily through a healthier lifestyle.

Mar 28, 2014 11:14 PM EDT

Woman Expecting Quintuplets Experiences False Pregnancy

Thirty-seven-year-old Barbara Bienvenue was excited to welcome quintuplets into the world, yet her delivery day came and went. Thanks to Dr. Haim Abenhaim, an obstetrician and gynecologist at Montreal's Jewish General Hospital, he discovered that Bienvenue may have had pseudocyesis. This condition, ...

Mar 28, 2014 09:00 PM EDT

WHO Declares India Polio-Free

A recent report shows that India's last case of the contagious polio virus was detected in January 2011 in a 2-year-old girl in the state of West Bengal.

Mar 28, 2014 08:15 PM EDT

How Spiritual, Religious Believes Affect Health Differently

A recent study examines how religious and spiritual believes can impact our health in different ways. More specifically, researchers discovered that religion is more likely to help with behavioral health issues, while spirituality may help mental health problems.