Archive for the ‘Health’ Category

Mesothelioma Breath Test Hope

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

Researchers from Italy and The Netherlands have developed an "electronic nose" that appears to be able to tell if someone has Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma (MPM) just from sampling their breath. A report on their study is currently in press but an early issue recently appeared online ...

Some in a vegetative state are aware, MRI shows

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

Scientists have used a portable device that tracks changes in brain waves to communicate with people in a vegetative state, some of whom have been locked in their bodies for more than a year. Find more info about Some in a vegetative state are aware, MRI shows photos videos pictures. read ...

Some new moms popping placenta pills for baby blues

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

Some new moms are popping pills made from their dried, ground-up placenta as a way to ease postpartum depression, reports NBC's Renee Chenault-Fattah. Find more info about Some new moms popping placenta pills for baby blues photos videos pictures. read more

Over 1,200 Retailers Selling Tobacco To Minors, FDA Sends Warning Letters

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

In a move it says is aimed at protecting the health of minors, the FDA sent Warning Letters to over 1,200 retail outlets regarding violations in the sales of tobacco to underage shoppers. The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) emphasizes that most retailers that are inspected by the Agency have ...

Are ‘competitive eating’ contests a terrible idea?

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

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