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Inability to produce healthy eggs may be caused by ovarian aging
Women’s decreased ability to produce healthy eggs as they become older may be due to excessive scarring and inflammation in their ovaries, reports a new Northwestern Medicine study in mice....
LISA best strategy to prevent chronic lung disease in preterm infants
A new study compared seven different ventilation strategies. Based on data collected from 30 different trials and over 5,500 infants younger than 33 weeks' gestational age. LISA, or Less Invasive...
Detroit Lions TE Eric Ebron walking at practice
The Sports Xchange Detroit Lions tight end Eric Ebron may have avoided a major injury.
Experimental drug helps patients with severe asthma in trial
Stephen FellerLEICESTER, England, Aug. 8 (UPI) -- A drug targeting inflammation in the airway significantly improved the condition of patients with severe asthma, researchers in a small trial report.
Research to improve treatment for millions of lung disease patients
New lung scanning technology has the potential to transform treatment for millions of people with lung disease.
Women appear to be more accepting of their bodies/weight
Despite growing rates of obesity in the United States, and a culture apparently obsessed with selfies, women today appear to be more accepting of their bodies than in the past,...
Sleep apnea worsens non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in obese adolescents
Studies have shown that obstructive sleep apnea and low nighttime oxygen, which result in oxidative stress, are associated with the progression of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in adults. Investigators...
Scientists identify marker for myeloid-derived suppressor cells
Scientists have identified a marker that distinguishes PMN-MDSCs from neutrophils in the blood of patients with a variety of cancers. Study also showed that higher numbers of cells positive for...
Autism risk in younger children increases if they have older sibling with disorder
A new study found that the risk of younger siblings developing an autism spectrum disorder is 14 times higher if an older sibling has ASD. The study also found the...
Tanner Roark outduels Madison Bumgarner, Washington Nationals beat San Francisco Giants
By Harvey Valentine, The Sports Xchange WASHINGTON -- On a day when the Washington Nationals weren't hitting, Wilson Ramos supplied all the offense that was needed.
Genetically modified mosquitoes approved to battle Zika in Florida Keys
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved genetically modified mosquitoes as part of a trial to control the Zika outbreak in the Florida Keys.
High-dose radiation therapy as effective as surgery for aggressive prostate cancer
FINDINGS A study by researchers at the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center provides convincing evidence that radiation-based treatments and surgery are equally effective treatments for aggressive prostate cancer. It also...
Applied Science: Ready to Snap at Work? Get in Touch With Your Inner Animal
Breathing and posture techniques can help you tame your hard-wired fight-or-flight response, alleviating anxiety and improving clarity and creativity.
New book 'Bridget Jones's Baby: The Diaries' set for release Oct. 11
Karen ButlerLONDON, Aug. 6 (UPI) -- "Bridget Jones's Baby: The Diaries" by Helen Fielding will be published Oct. 11.
Who's responsible for the safety of diners with allergies?
The case of the arrested Quebec waiter has sparked debate about how the restaurant industry grapples the nearly impossible task of safely feeding customers with allergies.
Gregg Allman cancels shows due to 'serious health issues'
Karen ButlerLOS ANGELES, Aug. 6 (UPI) -- Renowned rocker Gregg Allman has canceled the rest of his summer concerts because he is undergoing treatment for unspecified, "serious health issues."
Syrian Girl Born Without an Eye Undergoes Surgery in Barcelona
Sham Aldaher will probably be able to leave the hospital by early next week, although more procedures will be required for her to receive a prosthetic, officials said.
Did Obama’s Bill Fix Veterans’ Health Care? Still Waiting.
A breakdown of the changes that were required under the Veterans Access, Choice and Accountability Act of 2014, and how some have faltered.
Tyrone Van Aswegen holds early second-round lead at Travelers
By Gethin Coolbaugh, The Sports Xchange CROMWELL, Conn. -- Tyrone Van Aswegen shot a bogey-free, 4-under-par 66 to claim a one-shot lead after his second round Friday morning.
Heavy drinking might harm the lungs
HealthDay News Heavy drinking may increase the risk of lung problems, a new study suggests.
Fracking air pollution study retracted
Corrected results show airborne polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons near fracking operations in Ohio do not pose elevated cancer risk
Brief return of concussion symptoms normal part of recovery: Study
HealthDay News It's common for children who've had a mild concussion to experience a return of symptoms when they go back to their day-to-day activities, a small study says.
Underweight seniors may have added Alzheimer's risk
HealthDay News Having a lower weight may increase older adults' risk of the memory-robbing disorder Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests.
Death toll rises in Nice, France, attack to 85
Amy R. ConnollyNICE, France, Aug. 5 (UPI) -- The death toll increased in the Nice, France, terror attack to 85 after a 56-year-old man injured in the incident died.
Obama: Zika Poses Significant Threat, Public Should Take Precautions
The Zika virus is posing a significant threat to the American people, especially babies, and the nation should take precautions against its spread, President Barack Obama said today at the...
Young hockey players face pressure to hide concussions
Young teens who play hockey may feel pressure from their teammates, parents, and coaches to deny their concussion symptoms, which puts them at serious risk for re-injury, according to a...
Why you’re stiff in the morning: Your body suppresses inflammation when you sleep at night
New research published online in The FASEB Journal, describes a protein created by the body’s “biological clock” that actively represses inflammatory pathways within the affected limbs during the night. This...
Half of U.S. women weigh too much before getting pregnant
Steven Reinberg, HealthDay News In 2014, more than half of U.S. women were either overweight or obese at the start of their pregnancies, a new report from the CDC found.