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Laundry pods more toxic than traditional detergents: study
A U.S. study found that laundry detergent packets pose more of a danger to toddlers than traditional laundry detergent or dishwasher detergent.
Type 2 diabetes patients 'let down' over delayed treatment
'Clinical inertia' is preventing tight control of blood sugar levels, a new report suggests. Research has shown the average waiting time for increased treatment for Type 2 diabetes from the...
Fighting against counterfeit medicine
Around the world, especially in developing nations, counterfeit medicines are a real problem. Until now, in many countries there hasn't been a standard protocol to conduct investigations and pursue prosecution.
Potential target for revolutionary antibiotics
Researchers have discovered which enzyme enables Escherichia coli bacterium to breathe. E. coli uses special enzymes to breathe, which are absent in the human body. This opens the door to...
Infection alert in catheters could tackle hospital superbugs
A new infection alert system in catheters could prevent serious infections in millions of hospital patients worldwide. The system changes the color of the urine so patients and carers can...
Patient attitudes to diabetic foot ulcers have 'significant effect' on survival
The beliefs and expectations of people with diabetic foot ulcers about their illness have a significant independent effect on their survival, new research by health psychologists has shown.
Using 'heavy drinking days' to measure treatment effectiveness
One of the challenges in evaluating the effectiveness of alcohol treatment is determining what constitutes a “good” outcome or meaningful improvement. While abstinence at the end of treatment is clearly...
Graduated driver licensing laws need to be expanded throughout the U.S.
Motor vehicle crashes (MVCs) are the leading cause of death among U.S. teens. In 2012, 184,000 young drivers were injured in MVCs, and 23 percent of young drivers (15 -...
Alcohol-induced blackouts: The last five years of research
Alcohol-induced blackouts, defined as memory loss of all or a portion of events that occurred during a drinking episode, are reported by approximately 50 percent of drinkers, and are associated...
Changing climate conditions in Michigan pose an emerging public health threat
Changing climate conditions—including warmer temperatures and an increased frequency of heavy rainstorms—represent "an emerging threat to public health in Michigan," according to a new report from university researchers and state...
Pre-pregnancy obesity increases odds of having overweight children
Pre-pregnancy obesity and excessive weight gain during pregnancy was associated with an increased risk of the child becoming overweight at age two, research shows. The study also found breastfeeding for...
Could a combined dietary supplement help ward off heart disease?
Fish oil, cocoa extract and phytosterols could offer new hope in fight against heart disease, suggest scientists. Current therapies against atherosclerosis are not fully effective and there have been numerous...
'Mediterranean' diet linked to lower risk of heart attacks, strokes in heart patients
A 'Mediterranean' diet, high in fruit, vegetables, fish and unrefined foods, is linked to a lower risk of heart attack and stroke in people who already have heart disease, according...
Top tobacco control experts to FDA: Studies of e-cigs suggest more benefit than harm
Seven top international tobacco control experts are prompting regulators at the US Food and Drug Administration to have a broad 'open-minded' perspective when it comes to regulating vaporized nicotine products,...
New test for early detection of Lyme disease developed
As part of the EU "ID Lyme" project, an infection immunology team is working on developing of a new test for early detection of Lyme disease (borreliosis). This will improve the...
Boston Red Sox unconcerned about Hanley Ramirez's lack of power
By Joshua Koch, The Sports Xchange HOUSTON -- In his two seasons with the Boston Red Sox, Hanley Ramirez has gone through two completely different Aprils.
LeAnn Rimes, Eddie Cibrian celebrate fifth wedding anniversary
Annie MartinCABO SAN LUCAS, Mexico, April 25 (UPI) -- LeAnn Rimes and husband Eddie Cibrian celebrated their anniversary in Mexico and received congrats from the actor's ex-wife, Brandi Glanville.
Byron Scott: Los Angeles Lakers part ways with head coach
The Sports Xchange After leading the Los Angeles Lakers to the two worst seasons in franchise history, Byron Scott was fired as the team's coach Sunday night.
Scientists find source of psoriasis inflammation, may lead to treatment
Stephen FellerFLANDERS, Belgium, April 25 (UPI) -- A genetic mutation activates proteins responsible for inflammation in psoriasis, which researchers say suggests a treatment could be on the horizon.
Canadian police fight a Frankenstein in new W-18 street drug
The only thing worse than having a killer in your midst is not knowing it is there. That’s why some experts say Canada’s bad trip with W-18 this week reveals...
Gold opportunity to fight blindness with bananas
Studies on ‘golden bananas’ may help researchers develop carotenoid-rich varieties to combat vitamin A deficiency
Wisconsin high school prom shooter dies in hospital
Andrew V. PestanoANTIGO, Wis., April 25 (UPI) -- An 18-year-old who opened fire outside of a high school prom and injured two teenagers in Antigo, Wis., died from his injuries.
"Package has been delivered" email? Be on guard for a scam
Ransomware attacks are increasing, with the latest twist especially harmful to unwitting consumers
Missing links brewed in primordial puddles?
The crucibles that bore out early building blocks of life may have been, in many cases, modest puddles.
Zika poses long infection risk through sex
The virus is infectious for much longer in semen than in the bloodstream, Brazilian researchers find.
Test finds Chernobyl residue in Belarus milk
On the edge of Belarus' Chernobyl exclusion zone, down the road from the signs warning "Stop! Radiation," a dairy farmer offers his visitors a glass of freshly drawn milk. Associated...
New York Giants WR Victor Cruz: 'I'm 100 percent'
The Sports Xchange New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz feels he is back to full strength.
Miami Marlins' Bonds, Giancarlo Stanton put on show at AT&T Park
By Dave Del Grande, The Sports Xchange SAN FRANCISCO -- It isn't often that San Francisco Giants fans show up early enough to watch the opponent take batting practice.