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What happens when babies are born critically ill and the doctors have no idea what is wrong? Some argue that a controversial…
The Flint water crisis made the country aware of the dangers of lead. But why, exactly, is this element so toxic and what…
June 27 is National HIV Testing Day, and an expert suggests it's a good time to think about testing, especially for…
Alarm arose when news spread that Ebola cases had been found in Uganda. Here are the real reasons for concern.
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With fear of a diagnosis of Alzheimer's a constant concern for many seniors, they turn to supplements. A recent study…
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Alex Trebek raised an interesting question when he thanked well-wishers for supporting him in his fight against pancreatic…
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15; were you aware? Not many people are, yet abuse is growing. Two experts explain…
As humans encroach on wildlife habitats, it's only natural that wildlife come into yards and playgrounds. Here are some…
Superfast DNA analysis is now being used to crack medical mysteries when physicians can't figure out whether an infectious…
You want to encourage the growth of good bacteria in your gut to improve health. But which foods should you eat to do that?…
A just reinstated ban on gene-editing rules out the controversial procedure that the Chinese scientist tried. But it also…
E-cigarettes are unsafe for children, but some e-cig companies are using cartoons, which have been shown to appeal to youth.…
Although certain racial minorities are more likely to be diagnosed with organ failure, they are less likely to be transplanted.…