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Judge: Women can sue Uber over alleged driver sex assaults
Two women who allege that Uber drivers sexually assaulted them, one in Boston and the other in South Carolina, can sue the ride-hailing company, a federal judge said.
Total Recall: What To Know About Listeria
Health Hundreds of food products may be contaminated with this food poisoning bacteria Listeria recalls have hit hundreds of food products this week, ranging...
Signaling network linked to heart valve defects
A cell-to-cell signaling network in mice that serves as a developmental timer that could provide a framework for better understanding the mechanisms underlying human heart valve disease, say scientists.
FDA takes significant steps to protect Americans from dangers of tobacco through new regulation
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration finalized a rule extending its authority to all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, cigars, hookah tobacco and pipe tobacco, among others. This historic rule...
Brain suppresses feeling of heartbeat to function better
Stephen FellerLAUSANNE, Switzerland, May 4 (UPI) -- The brain ignores the sound and physical sensation of the heart in order to differentiate between internal sensations and outside stimuli, according to...
Researchers prove utility of imaging tool in surgeon's hand
Researchers have demonstrated the utility of new brain tumor imaging tool in the surgeon's hand. This research largely focuses on new means to incorporate imaging methods to view cells of...
Help is just a phone call away: Telephone CPR improves cardiac arrest outcomes
It is feasible to save lives from cardiac arrest through implementing and measuring this key intervention of Telephone-CPR instructions delivered by 9-1-1 dispatchers, a new report suggests.
Medical errors may be 3rd leading cause of death in U.S.
Medical errors are underestimated and could be the third leading cause of death in the U.S., say doctors calling for more transparency internationally.
Sparing livers: Curing hepatitis C will create transplant opportunities for patients with other illnesses
Recently developed cures for hepatitis C virus will create new opportunities for people with other liver diseases to receive transplanted livers, say researchers.
Parkinson's disease pathogenesis reduced in rat model by a cell-signaling inhibitor drug
Researchers report the first documentation that suppressing a key cell-signaling pathway in a rat model of Parkinson's disease reduces pathogenesis. Oral administration of AZD1480 -- one of the JAK/STAT pathway...
Most Americans risking sun damage to their eyes, study says
Stephen FellerALEXANDRIA, Va., May 4 (UPI) -- Just one-third of Americans wear sunglasses to protect their eyes from UV rays, despite new research showing most people worry about potential eye...
Well: American Girl Has a Hit With Diabetes Doll Kit
American Girl, the doll company, has introduced a diabetes care kit for dolls, and it has sold so briskly it is already on back order.
Well: To Keep Obesity at Bay, Exercise May Trump Diet
Young rats prone to obesity are much less likely to fulfill that unhappy destiny if they run during adolescence than if they do not.
Scientists create tasty ginger beverages with healthy qualities
To improve intestinal function, promote blood circulation and lower cholesterol levels, a group of researchers from the University of Hidalgo (UAEH) in Mexico developed two types of drinks made from...
Arson at Montreal clinic concerns trans people awaiting surgery
Some in the transgender community are worried a suspected arson at a Montreal clinic will add delays to an already lengthy process to get gender reassignment surgery.
Double lung transplant recipient gives back to group that fought on his behalf
A man who successfully received a double lung transplant three years ago is giving back to the Lung Association of Nova Scotia.
U.S. Anti-AIDS Abstinence Efforts in Africa Fail to Prevent HIV
Washington spent more than $1 billion telling people in 14 African countries not to have sex before they get married. It didn’t work -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Lack of data on BPA exposure in developing countries
Few studies focus on developing countries where regulations around BPA use are less strict
A faster and cheaper way to produce new antibiotics
A novel way of synthesising a promising new antibiotic has been identified by scientists at the University of Bristol. By expressing the genes involved in the production of pleuromutilin in...
Don Shula hospitalized
The Sports Xchange Hall of Fame coach Don Shula was hospitalized for treatment of two medical conditions that apparently are not serious.
Alabama adds The Citadel to 2018 schedule
The Sports Xchange The Citadel announced it has reached an agreement to play Alabama during the 2018 regular season.
NFLPA warns contaminated meat may lead to positive PED tests
The Sports Xchange The NFL Players Association is warning players about eating meat from China and Mexico that might be contaminated.
Jake Arrieta's record-setting win helps Chicago Cubs shut down Pittsburgh Pirates
By John Perrotto, The Sports Xchange PITTSBURGH -- Keeping his emotions under control has helped Jake Arrieta become arguably the best pitcher in the major leagues.
Dry eyes no more: New insight may lead to better detection, treatment of common autoimmune disease
Sjogren's syndrome affects an estimated four million people in the U.S., but diagnosis is often delayed because its symptoms are similar to other conditions. A new study describes a protein...
Are low wages an occupational health hazard?
Low wages should be recognized as an occupational health threat, according to a new editorial. The authors believe that low wages should be considered among the psychosocial factors -- such...
Men who eat fatty foods more likely to become drowsy during daytime, research says
Amy Norton, HealthDay News Researchers found that among almost 800 men aged 35 to 80, those with diets high in fat reported more problems with daytime sleepiness.
Carrot and stick best to prevent heart disease
The failure of the world's largest prevention program against heart disease means it’s time to try a radical new approach.
Radon in the home may be linked to blood cancers in women
HealthDay News New research suggests a strong link between exposure to high levels of radon in the home and women's risk of blood cancers.