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Suburban sprawl, poor preparation worsened Louisiana flood damage
Craig E. Colten, Lousiana State University This month's extraordinary flooding in southeast Louisiana damaged some 40,000 homes, prompting more than 70,000 people to sign up for FEMA assistance.
Puerto Rico reports 1st death from paralysis linked to Zika
Puerto Rico on Friday reported its first death from a paralysis condition that developed from a Zika infection
Replacing just one sugary drink with water could significantly improve health
New study findings modeled the effect of replacing one 8-ounce sugar-sweetened beverage with an 8-ounce serving of water, based on the daily dietary intake of US adults aged 19 and...
Experts: Heat waves hit seniors hardest
HealthDay News Older people are at added risk for heat stroke and other heat-related illnesses, according to the U.S. National Institute on Aging.
Cancer passes heart disease as top killer in 12 European countries
Stephen FellerOXFORD, England, Aug. 15 (UPI) -- Heart disease has overtaken cancer as the greatest killer in 12 European countries -- suggesting efforts at improving treatment and prevention are working.
Six die in Alabama plane crash
Shawn PriceTUSCALOOSA, Ala., Aug. 15 (UPI) -- Six people died when a small plane crashed in Tuscaloosa County, Ala., Northport Fire officials said.
Health Insurers Use Process Intended to Curb Rate Increases to Justify Them
Bitter conflicts have erupted between insurers and consumers at hearings around the country as companies request double-digit premium increases.
Los Angeles Rams expected to extend Jeff Fisher, Les Snead
The Sports Xchange The Los Angeles Rams are expected to sign head coach Jeff Fisher and general manager Les Snead to contract extensions.
Woman, attacker die following train attack in Switzerland
Yvette C. HammettZURICH, Switzerland, Aug. 14 (UPI) -- A woman injured Saturday during an attack on a Swiss train has died from her injuries. The attacker has also died.
Philadelphia Eagles LT Lane Johnson blasts NFLPA on PED policy
The Sports Xchange Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Lane Johnson criticized the NFL Players Association on Saturday.
New Jersey proposal expands infertility coverage to lesbians
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) -- A federal lawsuit brought by a New Jersey lesbian couple who want to have a baby may mean insurance...
Seven arrested in Pakistani baby abduction scheme
Daniel UriaPESHAWAR, Pakistan, Aug. 13 (UPI) -- Police in Pakistan arrested group of doctors in accused of abducting newborn babies in order to sell them to childless families.
Depression a strong predictor of heart disease in black, but not white, adults
Symptoms of depression lead to a greater risk of heart disease in older black adults, but not in white adults, reports a new study from the University of Michigan’s Institute...
Incidence of most fatal type of stroke decreasing
A recently published study indicates that Finland's national tobacco policies seem to be radically reducing the incidence of subarachnoid hemorrhage, the most fatal form of stroke.
Combining forces against Influenza A
Influenza A is one of the most prolific and diverse viruses on Earth; its ability to rapidly mutate to resist treatment challenges the management of future pandemics. Effective antiviral drugs...
Smart homes enhance seniors' safety
Researchers are using sensors to increase the safety of seniors who live independently in their own homes. The research proposes that the best approach to deal with a growth in...
New study seeks to use human serum to detect heart attacks
A research team has developed a new sensor for early detection of heart attack in humans. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. Therefore,...
Nick Foles already a solid No. 2 in Kansas City Chiefs' QB order
The Sports Xchange ST. JOSEPH, MO. -- Coach Andy Reid will continue the quarterback juggling act that was the routine at training camp for the last week.
Tennessee Titans' RB Derrick Henry likely to play extensively Saturday
The Sports Xchange NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Tennessee Titans rookie running back Derrick Henry could get a number of reps with the first team in Saturday's preseason opener.
New York Yankees place RHP Nathan Eovaldi on DL
The Sports Xchange The New York Yankees placed right-hander Nathan Eovaldi on the 15-day disabled list Friday with a right elbow tendon injury.
U.S. Declares Zika an Emergency in Puerto Rico
More than 10,000 cases have been confirmed on the island, including infections in over 1,000 pregnant women, and dozens more are reported each day.
Antonio Callaway: Florida Gator WR cleared of sexual assault
The Sports Xchange Florida sophomore receiver Antonio Callaway was cleared of sexual assaulting a female student in a university Title IX hearing oversaw by a school booster on Friday.
In Fight for Horse Health, the Battleground Can Be a Mare’s Body
Some experts say a process in which imported stallions are repeatedly bred to mares to test for a potentially devastating sexually transmitted disease is archaic.
Cost, Not Choice, Is Top Concern of Health Insurance Customers
Millions of people looking for insurance in the federal marketplaces are more concerned with cost than with finding a favorite doctor or trusted company.
Amid meningitis outbreak, officials urge vaccination - but not for everyone
Health officials in Los Angeles and Orange counties are racing to vaccinate gay men for meningitis, as a growing outbreak in the region appears to be hitting them particularly hard. Orange County...
Why the US decision to expand marijuana supply for research matters
Policy change could accelerate development of treatments derived from the drug.Nature News doi: 10.1038/nature.2016.20410
Healing Herb? Marijuana Could Treat These 5 Conditions
Live Science has rounded up the promising evidence that medical marijuana may help people with certain conditions.
Seeking to Halt Zika, New York City Officials Turn Focus to Sex
Health officials are increasingly concerned that the threat of sexual transmission of the virus remains little understood, underpublicized and underestimated.