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Key players won't play Friday night for Pittsburgh Steelers
The Sports Xchange LATROBE, Pa. -- Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has been resting some of his stars in camp.
Olympic officials plan to investigate 'gene doping' by athletes
Stephen FellerWASHINGTON, Aug. 10 (UPI) -- Officials will retroactively test athletes at the Rio Olympics for substances that increase production of red blood cells, which improves athletic performance.
USA rugby eliminated, New England Patriots' Ebner scores try
Alex ButlerRIO DE JANEIRO, Aug. 10 (UPI) -- Maybe the United States men's rugby sevens team needed Bill Belichick to come along with safety Nate Ebner when he joined the...
'Fixing' blood vessel cells to diagnose blood clotting disorders
A new device could monitor blood clot formation and diagnose effectiveness of anti-platelet therapy by microengineering tiny hollow channels lined by chemically 'fixed' human endothelial cells that more closely mimic...
Reduced activity of an important enzyme identified among suicidal patients
It is known that people who have attempted suicide have ongoing inflammation in their blood and spinal fluid. Now, a collaborative study shows that suicidal patients have a reduced activity...
Pakistani lawyers strike after hospital bombing kills colleagues
Allen ConeQUETTA, Pakistan, Aug. 9 (UPI) -- Lawyers across Pakistan went on a three-day strike to protest the killing of some of their colleagues in a hospital bombing.
‘Toxic gases’ as targets for new medicines
Gases once thought of only as environmental pollutants are now known to be produced by the body. They could potentially be used to develop drugs to treat diseases including heart...
New chili pathogens discovered in Australia
Scientists have identified four new pathogens previously not found in Australian chilies, raising the stakes for the country's quarantine and disease resistance efforts.
Pesticides used to help bees may actually harm them
Honeybees from chlorothalanil-treated hives showed the greatest change in gut microbiome, a new study has concluded. The discovery is a concern because alterations can affect the gut's ability to metabolize...
Working, volunteering could reduce disablement in seniors, study finds
Working or volunteering can reduce the chances of chronic health conditions leading to physical disability in older Americans, according to researchers.
Scientists discover potential avenue to treating type 2 diabetes at early stages
Researchers have identified a new potential target for drugs to prevent type 2 diabetes. A new paper shows that blocking a cellular glucose sensor in muscle improves insulin responsiveness.
Health insurance status may affect cancer patients' survival
Karen Pallarito, HealthDay News Two large studies suggest that surviving certain cancers in the United States could depend on your health insurance status.
Girl who had heart transplant among 5 dead in apparent murder-suicide
A couple featured in news stories about their difficulties getting medication for a daughter who had a heart transplant are found shot to death in their home along with their...
Toddlers at highest risk of chemical eye burns
Finding overturns commonly held belief that adults were at greater risk thanks to on the job hazards
Gene testing in rare tumor type could uncover 'cancer families'
Genetic testing of patients with a rare form of cancer that can affect children and young adults can pick out genetic errors hidden in their family tree which increase the...
After the fight, friendship
Using videos of four sports in 44 countries, reserachers found that men are far more likely to engage in friendly physical contact -- handshakes, back pats and even hugs --...
Badgers and cattle seldom meet, says new study
Close contact between badgers and cattle may not be responsible for the transmission of bovine tuberculosis, according to a new paper.
Expert: Scientists Turning to Animal Kingdom for Clues to New Drugs
Expert can speak on the use of animal toxins to develop a new generation of medicines. Gur Roshwalb, MD, Chief Executive Officer of Akari Therapeutics, is studying the use of...
Roach milk inspires food supplement
Milk produced by a roach species is the inspiration for the making of energy-rich food supplements.
Study examines use of drones to aid emergency responders in mass casualty events
In the wake of a disaster, a difficult challenge for emergency response crews is to quickly assess damage and identify victims. Researchers at UMass Medical School are conducting a study...
Man shot and killed while playing 'Pokeman Go' at Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco
Shawn PriceSAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 8 (UPI) -- A 20-year-old college student was shot and killed as he played {i:Pokemon Go} near Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco, authorities said.
Oakland Athletics place Sonny Gray on DL with strained right forearm
The Sports Xchange Oakland Athletics right-hander Sonny Gray was placed on the disabled list Sunday due to a strained right forearm.
Houston Astros place OF Colby Rasmus on DL with ailing ear
The Sports Xchange The Houston Astros placed Colby Rasmus on the disabled list Sunday due to the right ear issue that has plagued the outfielder for close to a month.
Oscar Pistorius treated for minor wrist injuries in South African prison
Allen ConePRETORIA, South Africa, Aug. 7 (UPI) -- Oscar Pistorius was treated at a hospital for injuries in a South African prison, where double-amputee track star is serving six years...
Atlanta Braves' homers help Roberto Hernandez to first win since 2015
By Bucky Dent, The Sports Xchange ST. LOUIS -- Freddie Freeman's rare struggles end up being magnified by the lack of production from his teammates.
Los Angeles Rams to start QB Case Keenum in preseason opener
The Sports Xchange Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum has been named the starter over rookie Jared Goff.
Los Angeles Angels designate struggling Tim Lincecum for assignment
The Sports Xchange The Los Angeles Angels designated two-time Cy Young Award winner Tim Lincecum for assignment on Saturday night after a string of rough outings.
Calgary girl passes torch to family after dying from brain tumour
Bill Gould said his daughter’s cancer specialist offered some words of wisdom when Natasha was diagnosed with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) cancer in May of 2015.