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Safety lapses in US government labs spark debate
Head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention pledges “comprehensive, sweeping change” after incidents involving influenza and anthrax.Nature News doi: 10.1038/nature.2014.15570
Moderate alcohol use associated with increased risk for atrial fibrillation
Even in moderation, consumption of wine and hard liquor may be a risk factor for atrial fibrillation, an abnormally fast heartbeat that can lead to stroke, heart failure and dementia,...
Hallucinogen being offered by Newfoundland man to treat addiction
A former drug addict in St. John's is offering an ancient psychedelic drug native to West Africa to people looking to battle their addictions, but at least one doctor says...
When good gut bacteria get sick
Unique computational models have been used by researchers to show how infection can affect bacteria that naturally live in our intestines. The findings may ultimately help clinicians to better treat...
'Doctor Who' trailer reveals more of new Doctor's personality
Danielle HaynesLONDON, July 13 (UPI) -- Hear and see more of Peter Capaldi as the 12th Doctor in new "Doctor Who" trailer.
Pneumonic plague detected in Colorado
Danielle HaynesBRIGHTON, Colo., July 11 (UPI) -- Colorado health officials identify pneumonic plague in human and dog.
Certain risk factors for ACL re-injury identified
Re-tearing a repaired knee Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) happens all too frequently, however a recent study suggests that identification and patient education regarding modifiable risk factors may minimize the chance...
Obesity alone does not cause arthritis in animals
The link between obesity and osteoarthritis may be more than just the wear and tear on the skeleton caused by added weight. A new study has found that the absence...
New machines aim to be a runner's hurt blocker
The only thing more astounding than the number of runners nowadays — 541,000 finished a marathon last year, and 2 million ran a half-marathon — is the number of running...
Well: Doubts on Fasting Before Cholesterol Tests
It may not be necessary to fast before a blood lipid test, a review finds.
CDC Closes Influenza Lab, Stops Biological Materials Shipments
Report shows inadequate procedures were in place to protect employees
Breast size: a human anomaly
Carole Jahme shines the cold light of evolutionary psychology on readers' problems. This week: breast size Continue reading...
Kansas records death from rare infection
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) -- Kansas health officials say a person from the Kansas City area has died of a rare infection caused by an amoeba that...
FDA weighs cancer risk of fibroid removal devices
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal health advisers say there is little to no evidence that a popular technique for removing fibroids can be performed without the risk...
Dangers of Contact Lenses: Amoeba Eye Infection Blinds Woman
A student in Taiwan who left disposable contact lenses in her eyes for six months straight developed a rare and serious eye infection that ultimately took her vision, according to...
4 Conditions Probiotics Have Been Proven to Treat
There is enough evidence to support the use of probiotics to treat four conditions, doctors say.
911 tapes depict response to collapse of vet
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) -- Emergency dispatch tapes released Friday reveal further details about efforts to revive a Vietnam veteran who collapsed with a heart attack in...
US disease agency suspends pathogen shipments
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention responds to news of improperly handled anthrax and influenza.Nature News doi: 10.1038/nature.2014.15544
Scientists say sniffing farts could prevent cancer
Brooks HaysEXETER, England, July 11 (UPI) -- Scientists say sniffing hydrogen sulfide -- a byproduct of the body's work breaking down food -- could help stave off the development...
New study identifies contributing factors to groundwater table declines
It's no secret groundwater levels have declined across the state over the past eight decades, and that the primary reason was the onset of irrigation in agriculture and population growth....
Mobile health study targets Bouctouche patients
A University of Moncton researcher is studying the use of mobile technology and people with heart and lung troubles in Bouctouche.
Study sparks organic foods debate
Scientists argue over the merits of a review which concludes that organic foods have higher levels of antioxidants and lower levels of pesticide residues.
CDC admits improperly sending dangerous pathogens five times in last decade
Brooks HaysATLANTA, July 11 (UPI) -- In a new report outlining protocol breaches, the CDC admitted to having improperly sent dangerous pathogens five times over the last decade.
The New Old Age Blog: A Move to Extend Visiting Hours at Hospitals
A nonprofit group is urging hospitals to eliminate restrictive visiting hours and permit families, broadly defined, to remain with loved ones throughout their stays, even in intensive care units.
Two men accused of smoking heroin inside Chuck E. Cheese bathroom
Evan BleierCOSTA MESA , Calif., July 11 (UPI) -- Colin Zborowski and Daniel Lubach were arrested on suspicion of smoking heroin in the bathroom of a Chuck E. Cheese in...
C.D.C. Closes Anthrax and Flu Labs After Accidents
The latest incident involved cross-contamination with the H5N1 bird flu. The agency also said newly found vials of smallpox contained live virus.
Military attempts to draft more than 14,000 dead Pennsylvania residents
Evan BleierKINGSTON, Pa., July 11 (UPI) -- The U.S. military attempted to draft more than 14,000 dead Pennsylvania residents, many of whom were born between 1893 and 1897.
Massachusetts police request Uxbridge residents to stop dropping loads on trains
Evan BleierUXBRIDGE , Mass., July 11 (UPI) -- Massachusetts police have asked Uxbridge residents to stop pooping on P & W Railroad trains.