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Mar 11, 2013 11:16 AM EDT

Catastrophic Antibiotic Threat: Superbug MRSA Estimated to Kill 19,000 People in U.S. Every Year (VIDEO)

A growing resistance to antibiotics shows that patients having minor surgery risk dying from infections that may no longer be treatable with such medications.

Mar 10, 2013 06:31 PM EDT

Bees Attack Young Children: Killer Bees in Johannesburg hit Playground, Critically Injuring Four

Eighty children were attacked by a group of bees at a park in Johannesburg on Friday, according to reports, with four critically injured.

Mar 10, 2013 02:14 PM EDT

Diabetic Medication may help Prevent Heart Failure in some Patients, More than 25 Million in U.S. with Diabetes

A study at the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit shows that a class of medications commonly prescribed to lower blood sugar in diabetic patients also appear to protect them from developing heart failure.

Mar 10, 2013 01:15 PM EDT

Drug Targeted to raise good HDL Cholesterol, Merck & Co long-acting Niacin, Poses Serious Side Effects

The medication Merck & Co long-acting niacin poses some unexpected serious side effects that could affect heart health according to a recent study released Saturday. The drug is targeted at raising good HDL cholesterol.

Mar 08, 2013 05:56 PM EST

Wrigley's Alert Energy Caffeine Chewing Gum, Holds half the Caffeine of a Cup of Coffee

Most of us are satisfied with drinking caffeine, but Wrigley had to take it a step further. Next month, they'll be introducing caffeinated gum that will have the equivalent of about half a cup of coffee.

Mar 08, 2013 05:15 PM EST

Local Farmers can Sell Staples for a Profit, but at a Cost According to Agricultural Study

For farmers boasting local staples, there is hope. According to recent reports, they can make a profit selling their produce directly to local businesses. However, the key is not letting possible new costs deter their loyalty to organic greens.

Mar 08, 2013 04:26 PM EST

U.S. Osteoarthritic Problems Symptom of Obesity Epidemic

According to this month's issue of the Journal of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, weight loss would help to alleviate some of the symptoms of osteoarthritis, a progressive disease of the joints known for its wear on the body.

Mar 08, 2013 04:05 PM EST

Endometrial Cancer Survivors have Better Workout Routine with Higher a Level of Self-Efficacy

A recent study shows that confidence builds better exercise habits for cancer patients, a critical part of the recovery process.

Mar 08, 2013 03:32 PM EST

Deadly New Virus Warning: CDC Reports Death of Eight in Arabian Peninsula and U.K.

While no cases of the new virus have been reported in the U.S., the CDC has advised anyone visiting countries in or near the Arabian peninsula, including Iraq, Israel, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, to visit a health professional if fever or other symptoms including a lower respiratory i...

Mar 08, 2013 02:42 PM EST

Penn State Shows IPV Support for Women is Insufficient, Only One in Nine Women Receive Preventive Counseling on Violence and Safety

According to a recent study, women who have experienced intimate partner violence may not be receiving proper treatment.

Mar 08, 2013 11:39 AM EST

Brain Pacemaker may Help Patients with Anorexia Nervosa, Stimulates Reward Centers of the Brain

New reports indicate that treatment of anorexia nervosa can be helped with a brain pacemaker.

Mar 08, 2013 11:07 AM EST

PTSD High in Army, Soldier Suicides Outpace Combat Deaths

Recent reports indicate the army has more than doubled the number of military and civilian behavioral health workers in the past five years. However, a litany of shortcomings still plaques the force when it comes to diagnosing and treating soldiers for post-traumatic stress disorder, according to an...

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Catastrophic Antibiotic Threat: Superbug MRSA Estimated to Kill 19,000 People in U.S. Every Year (VIDEO)

Bees Attack Young Children: Killer Bees in Johannesburg hit Playground, Critically Injuring Four

Diabetic Medication may help Prevent Heart Failure in some Patients, More than 25 Million in U.S. with Diabetes

Drug Targeted to raise good HDL Cholesterol, Merck & Co long-acting Niacin, Poses Serious Side Effects

Wrigley's Alert Energy Caffeine Chewing Gum, Holds half the Caffeine of a Cup of Coffee

Local Farmers can Sell Staples for a Profit, but at a Cost According to Agricultural Study

U.S. Osteoarthritic Problems Symptom of Obesity Epidemic

Endometrial Cancer Survivors have Better Workout Routine with Higher a Level of Self-Efficacy

Deadly New Virus Warning: CDC Reports Death of Eight in Arabian Peninsula and U.K.

Penn State Shows IPV Support for Women is Insufficient, Only One in Nine Women Receive Preventive Counseling on Violence and Safety

Brain Pacemaker may Help Patients with Anorexia Nervosa, Stimulates Reward Centers of the Brain

PTSD High in Army, Soldier Suicides Outpace Combat Deaths

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