The new fabric that offers protection from UV radiations There are several people who do not think that sunscreen is sufficient to protect them from the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun. Therefore, for the additional protection of these individuals, a Minneapolis-based manufacturer has discovered sun-protective clothes. These include a thigh-length Sarasota ZnO Beach cover-up, Read more
Slow transition by states According to Paul Dioguardi, the Health and Human Services Department director of inter-governmental affairs, the states that are slow in adopting the health care reforms would succeed in making up for the lost time. This will be possible because these states will adopt the models implemented by the other fast moving Read more
Disappointment for meat lovers Recent news that stated that red meat is risky for the heart, which is disappointing to the meat lovers. It is important for all of us to be aware of the healthy and the non-healthy foods for our hearts as the food we eat play a significant role in keeping the Read more
New drug reduces risk by 65% The new drug Exemestane that is sold under the name Aromasin will help reduce the risk of tumors by almost 65% in post-menopausal women who are at a risk of developing breast cancer. The drug is presently used to treat breast cancer and does not have the huge side Read more
Energy drinks becoming popular Energy drinks were consumed by sportsmen to boost their levels of energy. This was necessary, as food did not always prove to be adequate to maintain their energy levels. Therefore, energy drinks were used for an instant boost to the energy level. However, the drinks are fast gaining popularity with the Read more
The treatment of substance-related problems depends on the type of substance, the specific problems it is causing, the stage of the illness, your insight and motivation, and whether the environment is more likely to support efforts at change or to provide temptations to stay hooked. Before there is even a chance that treatment can be Read more
Another failed effort for finding cure The continued research for an effective cure for hot flashes in menopausal women has failed when flaxseeds were found to be ineffective. The study found that there was no benefit in controlling the symptoms of breast cancer therapy or menopause. The report was presented at the American Society of Read more
Too much may be injurious to your health Although, America is known as the land of plenty but too much may actually be injuring your health. Less expensive and convenient food choices, hectic work schedules, and regular media information is causing a deteriorating effect on the mental and physical health of the population. Mary Jane Read more
It is said that life begins at 40! Well, it could be true since this is the age when most people already reach their established life. But this is also the age when degenerative health problems begin to appear. Osteoporosis is one of them. Like it or not, people at 40 starts to get the Read more
Two drugs found to be effective Recent research has been successful in finding two new drugs that helps to prolong the lives of patients detected with melanoma. One of the drugs attacks the genetic mutation that increases the growth of the tumor. The other drug improves the body’s immune system to find against the skin Read more
Early report shows continued drug use delays recurrence Most patients with advanced lung cancer undergo four courses of the two chemotherapy drugs and discontinue the therapy until the cancer resurfaces. A new research’s early results show that the continued use of one of the two drugs delays the recurrence of the lung cancer. Although, it Read more
Epilepsy drugs increase risk of birth defects A recent study found that the four most commonly prescribed epilepsy medications increase the risk of birth defects in unborn babies when the drugs are administered during pregnancy. The online edition of the Lancet Neurology also mentioned that the risk of the birth defects increases with a higher Read more