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1 in 3 Americans Estimated to Develop Diabetes, Metabolism Study Reveals

By Peter R - May 21, 2015 05:49 PM EDT

Metabolic syndrome rates across the country have remained stable but experts warn it is not celebration time yet.

New Diagnostic Blood Tests Prove Irritable Bowel Syndrome Isn't Just a 'Psychological Disorder'

By Peter R - May 21, 2015 05:56 PM EDT

IBS often remains undetectable. Two simple blood tests promise to change that by detecting antibodies released in reaction to IBS-causing toxins.

Coffee May Improve Erectile Dysfunction In Men - Study

By Staff Reporter - May 21, 2015 12:04 PM EDT

Men who suffer from erectile dysfunction should drink two or three cups of coffee each day, according to a new study.

Paracetamol Can Sterilize Unborn Boys, Fertility Study

By Peter R - May 21, 2015 12:40 PM EDT

Study by researchers at Univeristy of Edinburgh found that exposure for as long as seven days was enough to affect testosterone production in mice.

Another Day, Another Hack: US Health Insurer CareFirst Admits Of Hacking, 1.1 Million Customers' Data Compromised

By Kamal Nayan - May 21, 2015 08:20 AM EDT

CareFirst, a US health insurer has admitted it has been hacked and the data of 1.1 million of its customers exposed. It's the third such company to fall victim to hackers recently.

Sniff Dog Able to Warn Family Members of Seizures

By Staff Reporter - May 21, 2015 12:10 AM EDT

A young girl began to have seizures daily - sometimes up to 20 a day - when she was only 4-years-old. To ensure she was safe during these episodes, her grandmother would constantly be by her side, even sleeping with her in the same room to ensure her safety.

Metabolic Syndrome More Common Among African-American Women, Than White: STUDY

By Staff Reporter - May 20, 2015 11:30 PM EDT

A new study found that one-third of Americans suffer from metabolic syndrome, a condition where a combination of obesity, hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterols increase the chances for cardiovascular diseases and stroke.

Sleep Apnea May Increase Depression Risk in Men: STUDY

By Staff Reporter - May 20, 2015 11:20 PM EDT

Researchers have found that sleep problems are often a symptom of depression, but a new study raises the possibility that they could cause depression as well.

How to Get Rid of Belly Fat: Start By Not Skipping Meals [STUDY]

By Staff Reporter - May 20, 2015 10:58 PM EDT

Researchers have found that skipping meals can ultimately result in belly fat weight gain.

Skin Cancer Warning: Only 1 in 3 Americans Wear Sunscreen Despite Health Risks

By Staff Reporter - May 20, 2015 10:45 PM EDT

Despite countless warnings of skin cancer, most Americans still do not wear sunscreen on a daily basis, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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