Health News Archive
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Ohio Suffers Most from Toxic Air
Posted on July 22, 2011 | No CommentsTwo US environmental groups have revealed that Ohio suffers the most from toxic emissions. It is followed by Pennsylvania and Florida as the next two states most affected by polluted [...] -
Awareness about Smoking Risks Decreases, Reveals Survey
Posted on July 22, 2011 | No CommentsA recent survey reveals that youngsters are increasingly denying the health risks of cigarette smoking. In many states, youngsters perceived less risk from chain smoking more than a pack of [...] -
Alzheimer’s can be Detected 20 Years before Onset
Posted on July 21, 2011 | No CommentsA new study reveals that inherited types of Alzheimer’s disease can be detected 20 years before impaired thinking and loss of memory affect the patients. These findings apply to a [...] -
Research Proves Circumcision can Prevent AIDS
Posted on July 21, 2011 | 3 CommentsThree new research studies have revealed that circumcision can effectively control AIDS transmission. New HIV cases fell by 76% after circumcising men in a township in South Africa. Without the [...] -
Seniors More Vulnerable to Heat-Related Problems
Posted on July 20, 2011 | No CommentsSeniors over 65 are more vulnerable to summer heat. In fact, summer heat takes a toll of about 1,000 American lives every year. 40% of deaths due to heat occur [...] -
Obesity Affects Boomers More than Others
Posted on July 20, 2011 | No CommentsBoomers say their biggest fears are memory loss and cancer. They should realize that they are more vulnerable to diabetes and heart disease. A new survey reveals that boomers are [...] -
Common Painkillers Best for Dementia, Reveals Study
Posted on July 19, 2011 | No CommentsCommon painkillers like paracetamol are more effective for dementia than risky antipsychotic medications, reveals a new study. People with dementia showed much less agitation after taking ordinary painkillers, compared to [...] -
Contaminated Alcohol Kills 23 in Ecuador
Posted on July 19, 2011 | No CommentsEmergency was imposed in Ecuador after contaminated alcohol killed 23 people last week. The state of emergency will continue for two months and authorities banned all alcohol sales for at [...] -
Deadly Horse Virus Affects Australia
Posted on July 18, 2011 | No CommentsA deadly virus that affects horses has taken a toll of ten horses in the past month in Australia. The virus is called Hendra and it can be deadly if [...] -
Radioactive Beef Scare Spreads Across Japan
Posted on July 18, 2011 | No CommentsThe nuclear disaster in Japan has triggered a scare about radioactive beef. Many areas in Japan have reported about contaminated meat. Japan’s media reports that more than 100 cattle had [...]


