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Possible Zika virus case in Saskatchewan may have been sexually transmitted
Saskatchewan may have Canada's first case of the Zika virus transmitted through sex.
Paris terror suspect Salah Abdeslam released from hospital, other suspects identified
Marilyn MalaraBRUSSELS, March 19 (UPI) -- Salah Abdeslam, the primary suspect linked to last year's deadly Paris attacks, was released from the hospital after sustaining a leg injury.
Stanford Scientists Develop New Technique for Imaging Cells and Tissues Under the Skin
A team of Stanford Bio-X scientists developed the first technique for viewing cells and tissues in 3 dimensions under the skin -- the work could improve diagnosis and treatment for...
Study finds acetaminophen to be useless in relieving osteoarthritis pain
With this week's release of new guidelines aimed at driving down prescriptions for opioid pain medications, a new analysis of published research studies has found that, in older patients with...
Clinton supporter knocks Jane Sanders after Arpaio visit
Eric DuVallWASHINGTON, March 17 (UPI) -- A Hillary Clinton supporter in Congress took aim at Jane Sanders, wife of Sen. Bernie Sanders, after her cordial meeting with controversial Sheriff Joe...
U of S Researchers Develop New Tools to Combat Antibiotic Resistance
A University of Saskatchewan team has discovered a way to prevent bacteria from developing resistance to antibiotics, potentially helping to blunt the edge of a looming threat to public health...
U.S., South Korea conclude largest joint military exercise
Elizabeth ShimSEOUL, March 17 (UPI) -- The United States and South Korea concluded a joint military exercise, but are expected to do another drill
Obama praises progress, urges more at Women's History Month reception
Andrew V. PestanoWASHINGTON, March 17 (UPI) -- President Barack Obama celebrated Women's History Month during an address at the White House, where he urged for global gender equality.
Omega 3 fatty acids may reduce infections for COPD patients
Stephen FellerROCHESTER, N.Y., March 16 (UPI) -- Omega-3 fatty acids could help the body fight lung infections common to inflammatory diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Unvaccinated kids driving measles, pertussis outbreaks
Steven Reinberg, HealthDay News A look at recent measles outbreaks in the United States finds more than half of the cases involved unvaccinated children.
Treatment lessens cerebral damage following out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
Among comatose survivors of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, treatment with inhaled xenon gas combined with hypothermia, compared with hypothermia alone, results in less white matter damage. This was the primary outcome...
Refugees Suffer a Higher Rate of Psychotic Disorders
A new study finds that refugees in Sweden have a higher risk than other immigrants, though the precise reasons are unclear -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Reduced immunosuppression drug dose may be best for kidney transplant outcomes, study suggests
Four immunosuppression strategies have been investigated by researchers who have found that many patients might benefit from a lower-than-standard dose of calcineurin inhibitors.
The next step in preventing diabetes
Scientists have shown in a preclinical model that specifically modified insulin mimetopes may lead to an immune tolerance. The results may be a step to improved prevention of type 1...
New way to harvest stem cells better for donors
A hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) is being mobilized from the bone marrow microenvironment into a blood vessel. Australian scientists have developed a new method for harvesting stem cells, which...
Novel blood test for Alzheimer's diagnosis
Today, Alzheimer's disease is diagnosed too late. Scientists have now developed a blood test that may potentially facilitate detection of Alzheimer's at an early stage. It is based on an...
Well: In ‘Screenagers,’ What to Do About Too Much Screen Time
Excessive screen time could harm brain development, the doctor who directed the documentary “Screenagers” says.
Xena to be openly gay in upcoming remake, producer says
Marilyn MalaraLOS ANGELES, March 15 (UPI) -- The essential character of NBC's "Xena: Warrior Princess" remake will be written as openly gay, the show's executive producer confirmed.
El plástico, un banquete para las bacterias
Los microbios que se deleitan con el tereftalato de polietileno podrían utilizarse para biodegradar este conocido polímero
Scientists discover microbiome that may be responsible for male reproductive disorders
Research shows that bacteria can be beneficial to body processes such as digestion; however, some bacteria housed in the human body may cause disease. These specialized communities of bacteria in...
Anxiety, depression may reduce women's success with IVF: Study
HealthDay News Depression and anxiety -- but not necessarily antidepressants -- are associated with a lower chance of becoming pregnant through IVF, a new study suggests.
Expiration of Gleevac patent could save patients millions of dollars
Stephen FellerBALTIMORE, March 15 (UPI) -- Switching to a generic form of the cancer drug Gleevac could save patients $100,000 over 5 years, translating to huge savings for insurance companies.
'Fish-Eye' Contact Lens Auto-Focuses
A self-correcting contact lens could eliminate the need for bifocals, trifocals or laser corrective surgery.
First trailer released for Tim Burton's 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children'
Wade SheridanLOS ANGELES, March 15 (UPI) -- 20th Century Fox has released the first trailer for Tim Burton's latest fantasy film, "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children."
Climate change could drastically change access to food, decline public health: report
A new report says our access to nutritious foods will be dramatically limited due to climate change by 2050, which scientists warn could lead to a severe decline in public...
13-year-old who moved for access to medical marijuana dies
AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) -- A 13-year-old medical marijuana advocate who moved from Connecticut to Maine so she could access cannabis to treat a...
New York Mets place Ruben Tejada on waivers
The Sports Xchange Shortstop Ruben Tejada was placed on waivers by the New York Mets on Tuesday.
Bacterial airborne signal encourages fungal growth critical in lung infections
Researchers in France have discovered that volatile compounds released by a bacterial pathogen stimulate the growth of a fungal pathogen found in lung infections in cystic fibrosis (CF). The findings,...