Health
Air Pollution May Raise Dementia Risk by 40 Percent
Researchers studied almost 131,000 people in London.
Watch: Anti-Vaxxer Hijacks Utah Candidate Debate
A California anti-vaxxer interrupted a Utah congressional debate at Dixie State University Monday, yelling into the GOP candidate's microphone, "vaccines cause autism."
Should I Take Aspirin Daily? Study Debunks Benefits
The findings could transform how doctors prescribe aspirin.
Zika Could Destroy Brain Cancer That Killed John McCain
The cancer that killed the senator is notoriously difficult to treat.
Turmeric Supplement Linked to Liver Problem in Woman
The woman started taking turmeric supplements after reading a news report that they could prevent strokes.
Wine, Beer and Chocolate Linked to Living Longer
Researchers studied the diets of close to 70,000 people in Sweden to examine the effects of anti-inflammatory foods.
Household Cleaning Products Linked to Overweight Kids
Children in households which used eco-friendly cleaning products were less likely to be overweight.
What Is a Vampire Facial?
A clinic in New Mexico was recently shut down for not meeting hygiene standards.
ADHD May Lead to Increased Risk of Parkinson’s Disease
The drugs used to treat ADHD increase the risk even more.
Ugliest Animal Ever? Denver Zoo’s Lemur Prompts Debate
Aye-aye lemurs are killed in the wild because they are regarded as a harbinger of evil.
Can Roller Coasters Remove Kidney Stones?
Other winners included a team that used stamps to analyze male sexual function.
Bob Evans Sausages Recalled Over Plastic Contamination
The sausages were recalled after a customer discovered plastic in their food.
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50 Healthy Foods That Are Secretly Unhealthy
We’ve all been there. You think you’re eating something healthy. You run to Costco and buy a ton of it. Seconds, even thirds, of a particular food is fine, it’s healthy, right? Wrong.
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50 Facts About the Human Body You Probably Didn't Know
Understanding your body and the benefits of good health are vital for thriving communities.
NC Residents Choosing to Stay Urged to Tell Next of Kin
Several North Carolina residents reported they were asked to write Social Security numbers and other identifying marks on their body.
Low-carb vs. High-carb Diets: What the Evidence Says
"It isn’t surprising that people are confused about nutrition when the media presents different findings as gladiatorial battles."
Kidney Stones Grow like Geological Rocks
Researchers have questioned the commonly held belief that kidney stones don't dissolve, in a study that could change how the condition is treated.
Three Die of Cancer After Organ Donor Passed Disease On
This is believed to be the first case of a patient passing cancer on to four recipients.
'Conmen' Use Websites to Exploit Cancer Patients
Crowdfunding pages have been used to raise millions of dollars for cancer treatments with no scientific basis.
Heart Drug Recalled by FDA Does Not Raise Cancer Risk
The U.S. was among 23 countries to recall valsartan after some products were contaminated with a compound linked to cancer.
A Single Gene Mutation Let Humans Become Runners
The functional loss of the CMAH gene in early humans is believed to have affected everything from our fertility to our cancer risk.
First Patients Receive 'Ground-breaking' Diabetes Drug
Researchers hope the drug will reduce reliance on injections and help prevent life-changing complications.
Eating Cheese Every Day Linked to Living Longer
Scientists pinpointed the amount of cheese, butter and milk that could boost heart health.
Video: Landlords Demand Sex In Exchange For Lower Rent
A series of landlords were caught on camera propositioning women with offers to waive their rent and utilities in exchange for sex.