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FDA Bans Drug for Asthmatics: Ozone Depleting

The Primatene Mist which is used by asthmatic patients will be phased out by the year 2012. Patients who use this drug needs to start stocking or find an alternative an alternative for it.

‘Devil Horns’ Inserted Underneath the Skin to Remove Birthmark

George Ashman, five-years old, was born with distinct red birth mark on his forehead. It is called as haemangioma which is made up of soft lumps of abnormal blood vessels. Because of this, he underwent surgery and a 'Devil-Horn' shaped implant was placed underneath the skin of his forehead

Premature Children Risks as They Grow Older

Premature babies or Preemies are those who were born before 37 weeks of pregnancy. They may suffer from health problems because their organs were not fully developed. Preemies need medical attention, which is why they stay in a neonatal intensive care unit until such time that their system can function independently.

Diabetes can Lead to Dementia

The Japanese researchers conducted a study regarding heart diseases since 1961 in Hisayama. Then in the year 1988, glucose tolerance test was done to more than 1,000 adult residents of Hisayama in order to observe the status of glucose production of their bodies. After 15 years, the researchers followed them and found out that 232 had dementia.

Depression: Reason for Heightened Risk of Stroke

Stroke is a medical condition wherein the normal blood flow is interrupted. Some of its causative factors include a blood clot or a ruptured artery on a portion of the brain. If this happens, a reduction of oxygen and glucose supply will occur and this could lead to the death of brain cells, and worse, result to severe brain damage.

A Woman with 2 Wombs Delivered Twins

In Clearwater, Florida, a rare medical condition had been reported. A mother possessing two uterus gave birth to healthy fraternal twins. Each of the babies came from each womb according to the doctor who handled the patient.

The Bird Flu Strikes Again!

The Bird flu virus struck again in West Bengal, India, and this time, it has affected the birds in 13 villages of Nadia Tehatta. According to the secretary of the ARD department, Nure Alam Chowdhury, there are around 51,000 hens and ducks gathered within the affected area, specifically around 3 kilometer radius.

Tuberculosis Patients Must be Tested for HIV

Several cases of early signs of HIV were detected on patients with Tuberculosis(TB) when some of these patients volunteered to undergo the HIV test. According to the senior official from the Health Ministry, the tests to determine HIV is not mandatory, but, because of the blemish that it can cause, TB patients don't want to take the test which can be fatal at the end.

Dukan Diet Craze: Be Like Kate Middleton

The Dukan Diet really earned a spot in the world of fitness and health. We have to admit that the awareness of the people about this dietary plan started when Kate Middleton, together with her sister and mother, confirmed that they are indeed on the said diet plan.

A Good Detoxification Diet

Detox or Detoxification is the process of cleansing the body. Essential nutrients and water will nourish the body so that harmful substances will be flushed.

HPV Vaccine Safe for Girls with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

HPV is a sexually transmitted disease. It is common to at least 50% of men and women who are sexually active according to Center for Disease Control and Prevention. HPV is the main cause of cervical cancer and other types of cancer. Majority of the people don’t know that it’s already present in their body. The immune system clears it naturally.

Squalamine Great Help in Battling Viruses

Squalamine is a compound that can be produces by sharks. It is found in the liver tissue (not the liver oil) of the deep white shark. It is a good example of aminosterol, steroid chemically associated to an amino acid. It was discovered in 1993, but there is a new study occurring. Researchers are trying to find out its potential to combat human viruses.

The Magnificence of Vitamin D

Researchers claim that some of the Australian population is not processing enough Vitamin D due to little exposure to sunlight, despite of the fact that Australia has abundant sunlight.

The Dark Side of the Red Wine

Many good things had been said about drinking of red wine: it is good for the heart; it decreases risks of obtaining Alzheimer; and certain types of cancer. However, there are also negative things about the red wine that you should also know.

Optimism and Pessimism can Affect Investment Options

Everything that happens in the nation not only influences the decisiveness regarding political aspects or social aspects. It can also affect the decisiveness in line with economic aspects. According to a well-known financial blog named The Simple Dollar, if the trending of the economy is going down, paying debts should be minimized or lessen investment in foreign stock or goods.

Best of the Best: Top Five Fitness Tracking Web Sites

Nurturing your health and well being can be a great task. You have to observe for guidelines to make it successful. From the preferred diet up to the routine of exercise, must be planned thoroughly to make everything work.

Stepmother Pleads Guilty in Australian Girl’s Death in US

Australian girl, Zahra Baker, 10-years-old, as a result of cancer, had hearing impairment and a prosthetic leg, was reported missing last October in Hickory. The searched for the little girl ended, found her dead with a mutilated body. Parts of her body have not been found, that includes her head.

Gang of Teenagers Terrorize Sydney Streets Using a Stun Gun

The Sydney streets we’re alarmed because a gang of armed teenagers begun terrorizing after dark. The authorities claimed that the teenagers we’re accused of committing theft. That is the main reason why the authorities formed a special unit called Strike Force Muller after a series of attacks just in two days.

English Woman Died in Dentist’s Chair because of Mouthwash Allergy

Sacha Rumaner, 30, died on a dentist’s chair because of allergic reaction to mouthwash. Rumaner was not subjected to anaesthetic while having a routine treatment when suddenly the young woman went into shock. The incident happened at Morley Street dental clinic located in Brighton, East Sussex. Sacha complained that she feels itchy on her back and leg, and that she’s feeling hot. After that, the poor English woman suddenly collapsed and slid onto the floor. Just in a couple of minutes, the life...

Stage Dominance of Jezabels

Their music is hard to classify, according to the members of Australian band, Jezabels. Hayley Mary recognizes her devotion to Queen could be an inspiration, but guitarist, Sam Lockwood, discovered reviews of tagging their music as “power pop”.

Herald of Planets: Among Seventy Four Planets, One Planet has Two Suns

A new discovery has been made. Experts in astronomy announced the discovery of an uncommon planet. According to the astronomers the said planet has two stars. It is very similar to Tatooine in the sci-fi film “Star Wars”. Using a $600 worth Kepler space telescope, National Aeronautics and Space Administration detected the said planet. Now the fantasy became factual. It is the first ever solar system of its kind that has been established.

Is Mary Kate Olsen on a Fashion Transformation?

Mary Kate Olsen with her twin Ashley Olsen, we’re spotted at New York Fashion Week in a clean-cut look. Though known for having an edgy fashion sense, Mary Kate appeared clean-cut at the J Mendel Show.