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Kissing Bugs Spreading Deadly Chagas Disease Among US Citizens

By Staff Reporter - Dec 15, 2014 12:53 PM EST

The Kissing Bug Disease or Chagas disease may have an innocuous name but can cause fatal heart damage

DNA Can Boost Anti-social Behavior

By Casey Morada - Dec 15, 2014 12:47 PM EST

A combination of certain genetic variants and environmental factors can lead to anti-social behavior, a new study suggests.

Being Sociable Can Lead to Stronger Immune System

By Casey Morada - Dec 15, 2014 10:01 AM EST

Certain personality traits play a role in a person's health and well-being, a new study suggests. Researchers have found that extraverts, or people who tend to be more assertive and sociable, may have stronger immune systems.

Tamoxifen Provides Long-Term Protection against Breast Cancer

By Casey Morada - Dec 13, 2014 09:23 PM EST

Tamoxifen is a primary breast cancer prevention treatment that is known for a long time to be effective. A new study suggests that the drug appears to be more effective with more applications and dosages over the long term.

Ebola Outbreak 2014: Sierra Leone Shuts Christmas Down

By Casey Morada - Dec 13, 2014 09:22 PM EST

Sierra Leone has announced Friday that all public celebrations over Christmas and New Year are banned due to the Ebola crisis.

Hackers Target Payments in a New Attack, Sony Forced to Cancel Filming

By Casey Morada - Dec 13, 2014 09:22 PM EST

In a new attack launched by the group of hackers calling themselves "Guardians of Peace," Sony Pictures was forced to cancel film shoots. This time, the hackers have crippled the studio's computer network that left it unable to process payments.

Hair Loss Solution: Beehive Compound Propolis

By Casey Morada - Dec 13, 2014 09:22 PM EST

A substance from honeybee hives called propolis, which bees use to repair their hives, can very well be the answer to hair loss. A new study conducted in Japan found that propolis can boost hair growth.

Angelina Jolie to Miss “Unbroken” Promotions Due to Chicken Pox

By Casey Morada - Dec 13, 2014 09:22 PM EST

Universal Pictures released Friday a video statement from Angelina Jolie explaining that she won't be able to attend the Hollywood premiere of her new film "Unbroken" due to chicken pox.

Food Poisoning Ruins Holiday Party in Florida

By Peter R - Dec 13, 2014 09:17 PM EST

Twenty five people hospitalized after they consumed catered food at a gathering.

Phthalates Might Cause Lowered IQ in The Womb

By Dustin M Braden - Dec 12, 2014 02:07 PM EST

According to a recent US study, a chemical widely used in household products might have damaging effects on babies’ brain development.

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