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Apr 26, 2013 11:04 AM EDT

38 Die in Mental Hospital: Moscow Patients Unable to Escape Fire due to Sedation

A fire that hit a psychiatric hospital outside of Moscow early Friday has killed 38 people, according to officials.

Apr 25, 2013 09:01 PM EDT

Heart Failure Expected to Climb to 8 Million by 2030

According to a recent report, the number of people with heart failure is expected to climb 46 percent from 5 million in 2012 to 8 million in 2030.

Apr 25, 2013 08:52 PM EDT

Outbreak of Salmonella Linked to Cucumbers from Mexico, 73 People in 18 States

An outbreak of Salmonella has been linked to cucumbers imported from Mexico that has sickened 73 people in 18 states, according to an announcement today from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Apr 25, 2013 08:42 PM EDT

Deep Brain Stimulation May Help Curb Obesity Epidemic

Researchers are now looking at a new method to treat the obesity epidemic: The brain.

Apr 25, 2013 05:08 PM EDT

Walk Like an Egyptian: An Ancient Technique Involving String Could Slim Your Waistline

A new British company hopes to help the nation slim back to health with a simple, old-fashioned gadget used by the ancient Egyptians.

Apr 25, 2013 04:59 PM EDT

Women More Likely to Initiate Sexual Advances During Most Fertile Peak of Month

A new study among UCSB researchers shows that women are more likely to initiate sexual advances during their peak fertility period of the month.

Apr 25, 2013 04:36 PM EDT

HIV Vaccine Fails: Did Not Prevent Infection in Some

According to a recent study completed by the U.S. government, an experimental HIV vaccine has been halted because the vaccine did not prevent infection in some volunteers.

Apr 25, 2013 04:25 PM EDT

Soda Diabetes Risk: Just One Can a Day Increases Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

Researchers at the Imperial College of London have linked soda consumption and type 2 diabetes to other countries besides North America. According to the study, drinking just one soda a day increases your risk of diabetes.

Apr 25, 2013 11:21 AM EDT

Probiotics Help Reduce Hepatic Encephalopathy

A new study suggests that probiotics could emerge as a treatment plan to help better manage hepatic encephalopathy (HE) therapy after a new study just announced at the International Liver Congress 2013 that they found significantly reduced development of the notoriously difficult-to-treat disease.

Apr 24, 2013 02:33 PM EDT

Teen Expelled for Science Project that Exploded

The explosion happened around 7 a.m. Monday on school property, according to reports.

Apr 24, 2013 01:08 PM EDT

Taking Epilepsy Medication Valproate During Pregnancy Puts Child at Higher Risk for Autism

Taking certain medications during pregnancy can put you and your child at risks for a number of health complications.

Apr 24, 2013 12:14 PM EDT

Dream of a Hover Car? Automaker Hyundai Unveils Concept for Flying Electric Motor Vehicle (Video)

If you've ever watched "The Jetsons" and dreamed of flying over everyone, scientists may not be able to get you into space just yet (unless you're an astronaut) but with the help of R&D engineers, the concept behind a hover car isn't too far off, according to a recent report.