HEALTH
Deadly EEE Virus Identified in Maine
Health officials in Maine confirmed the state's first case of the deadly brain infection since 2015 on Friday.
What to Know About the Film Scientists Say Can Repel Insects Like a Spray
A high-tech, graphene-based film may help to shield people from disease-carrying mosquitoes, according to a new study funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Scientists Debunk the Idea There Is a 'Gay Gene'
Researchers looked at the genetic makeup of over 475,000 people.
Trump Health Officials Warn Against 'Dangerous' Marijuana Use, Legalization
U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams and HHS Secretary Alex Azar, both Trump-appointed officials with drug company ties, issued a national warning Thursday about marijuana legalization and increasing potency.
Man Suffers Severe Brain Damage After Visit to Dentist to Get Tooth Pulled
Hernán Olave is unable to move his legs and relies on his parents' care following the procedure.
C-sections Probably Don't Cause Autism, ADHD
The simplicity of the link between the conditions is deceptive, and says more about our desire for simple answers than it does about the truth of the science.
Organ Donor Had Kidney with Five Renal Arteries in Rare Medical Anomaly
The kidney was about to be transplanted into a nine-year-old girl when doctors noticed the multiple arteries.
This Type of Person Is More Likely to Have Anti-vax Tendencies
The study comes as 1,215 people have been diagnosed with measles due to an outbreak in the U.S.
Warren Book Advised Women 'Don't Have Children,' Now Asks For UCC
Having a child is "the single best predictor that a woman will end up in financial collapse," Warren wrote in a 2003 book with her daughter.
Are Eating Contests Dangerous? Wolfing Down Food Poses Cancer Risk
A dietitian told Newsweek that competitive eating can carry long-term risks including developing cancer.
Babies Develop 'Werewolf Syndrome' after Taking Contaminated Drugs
The infants took a batch specially prepared for babies.
Woman Had Twin Growing Inside Her, With Teeth and Bones Found in Abdomen
This is the first case of an adult woman with fetus in fetu—an extremely rare condition that affects one in 500,000 live births.
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Vegan Cities Ranked: Places with Greatest Interest in Veganism
Six of the top 20 are in the U.S., but it's a British city that tops the list.
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Alcohol Consumption: U.S. States with Highest and Lowest Levels of Excessive Drinking
The more highly paid and educated a person is, the more likely it is that they will drink to excess.
High-Fat Diet During Pregnancy Could Lower Child's Alzheimer's Risk
Scientists fed pregnant mice high-fat diets, and observed their children to see if it affected their chances of developing Alzheimer's-like symptoms.
Spike in People Buying Guns After Sandy Hook Linked to 4% Rise in Shootings
"Even marginal increases in handgun prevalence may be impactful," researchers said.
Flesh-eating Bacteria Leads to Florida Man Losing 25 Percent of His Skin
The father of two is in a critical condition after catching the bug.
Optimism Linked to Living Longer
Optimism was linked with as much as a 15% increase in "exceptional longevity," according to the research.
Fluctuations in Brain Activity Could Influence Whether we Take a Risk
"Our findings underscore the importance of taking time when making important decisions, as you might make a different decision if you just wait a few minutes," an author of the study said.
Hot Car Death: California K-9 Dog Dies From Overheating in Police Car
The SPCA advises against ever leaving an animal in a parked car, even with the windows cracked or the air conditioner running.
Psychiatrist Demands CNN Stop Diagnosing Trump's Mental Health
A controversial CNN segment Sunday featured a psychiatrist demanding professionals stop discussing President Donald Trump's mental health in terms of "psychological name-calling."
Diabetes Could Raise Cancer Risk Because of How It Affects DNA
Scientists studied tissue and mice to find out more about the link between the conditions.
Sports Drinks, Energy Gels and Bars Could Be Ruining the Teeth of Athletes
Scientists studied hundreds of athletes across sports including swimming, cycling, soccer, rowing, hockey, sailing and athletics.
Owning a Dog Could Boost Heart Health, Say Scientists
Researchers compared cardiovascular risk factors in people who did and didn't own dogs to find out if owning a pooch was beneficial.