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May 19, 2013 09:34 PM EDT

Could Ginger Compounds be Effective in Treating Asthma?

A new study suggests that ginger compounds may be effective in treating asthma symptoms.

May 18, 2013 08:21 AM EDT

EMA: Diane-35 Acne Drug's Benefits Outweigh Blood Clot Risks

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has stated that the benefits of the hormonal acne treatment Diane-35 and its generics outweigh the risks of the drug.

May 18, 2013 07:51 AM EDT

Aimee Copeland Receives New Bionic Hands After Battling Flesh-Eating Bacteria (Video)

After battling flesh-eating bacteria, Aimee Copeland is getting a pair of bionic hands to replace the ones that the infection stole.

Communication With Parents Improve Students Diet and Physical Activity

May 18, 2013 04:59 AM EDT

Communication with Parents Improves Students' Diet and Physical Activity

A new finding produced by researchers at Penn State suggests that students eat more fruits and vegetables and exercise more on days they communicate more with their parents.

flexible skin-like heart monitor is small enough to wear under a bandage.

May 17, 2013 03:53 PM EDT

Flexible Skin Technology Enables Thin Non-Invasive Heart Monitor

A new wearable heart monitor is thinner than a dollar bill, possible thanks to combined layers of flexible materials into pressure sensors. The Stanford engineers who developed the skin-like device hope that it could soon provide doctors with a safer and more convenient way to check the condition of...

May 17, 2013 03:42 PM EDT

Natural Remedy to Anxiety? Ancient Extract, Kava, May Be the Answer

Kava could be a good choice for those with anxiety, but wanting to take a more natural approach to medication.

May 17, 2013 02:16 PM EDT

Direct Link Between Women's Reproductive Ability's and Immune Status

A new study shows that women's reproductive functions may be linked to their immune status.

May 17, 2013 12:47 PM EDT

Are Your Kids Sedentary? Get Them 'Exergaming'

A new study shows that exergaming could help change sedentary behavior among young children.

May 17, 2013 12:12 PM EDT

Scientists Reveal Shock to the Brain Improves Math Ability: How to Pass Your Algebra Test

Have you ever had trouble with math? Apparently, you just need to shock your brain. Scientists have revealed that a harmless form of brain stimulation can actually improve a person's ability to perform calculations.

May 17, 2013 12:25 PM EDT

Time-Lapse Imaging Device May Help Couples Conceive Through In Vitro Fertilization

This process may be seeing some improvement thanks to a time-lapsing image device, according to a new study conducted by British scientists.

May 17, 2013 10:55 AM EDT

Do E-Cigarettes Really Work? Smokers More Likely to Quit with Vaporized Nicotine

One-third of smokers looking to quit used e-cigarettes.

May 17, 2013 10:30 AM EDT

Lindsay Lohan 5 Pounds: Is Adderall to Blame for Celebrity's Weight Gain?

Lohan checked into Betty Ford May 2 as part of a 90-day sentence for reckless driving. Health officials believe her cut off from Adderall may be to blame for the weight gain.