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Researchers Find Link Between Parkinsosn’s Disease and Milk Contaminants
A team of researchers claimed to have discovered a link between Parkinson's disease and drinking milk. According to their study, milk contains contaminants from a banned pesticide that could lead to this degenerative disorder
Boston Outbreak Linked to Chipotle Now Affects 120 College Students
Over 120 college students have now fallen ill due to an outbreak linked to a Chipotle restaurant in Boston. Local health officials have confirmed that the infection affecting the students was caused by the norovirus.
New Study Finds Link Between E-Cigarettes and Severe Lung Disease
A new study carried out by researchers from Boston's Harvard School of Public Health highlights a link between the use of electronic cigarettes and a type of severe lung disease known as popcorn lung. According to the researchers, this disease can be caused by the chemicals found in the flavoring in…
Health News: Researchers Claim Anti-Ageing Drug can Expand Life up to 120 Years
Researchers have discovered that a drug originally used to treat diabetes has strong anti-ageing properties. They even claimed that under the right conditions, people can live up to 120 years old with the help of this drug.
E. Coli Outbreak Scare Leads Major Groceries to Recall Celery Products
Due to the rising number of E. coli cases in various states across the U.S., the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded the recall of celery products currently being sold in different groceries and convenient stores. Currently, the recall is being enforced in 16 states in the country.
Drinks That Are Sugar-Free Can Still Damage Teeth According to Study
A team of researchers have just discovered that sugar-free drinks are just as harmful to teeth as sweetened beverages. According to the researchers, these types of products still contain acidic chemicals that can lead to dental damage.
Wearing Hair Ties Around Wrists Increases Risk of Infection
Various sources are currently reporting the main reason why people should avoid wearing the bands they use to tie their hair around their wrists. According to reports, doing so could lead to a serious infection, which is exactly what happened to a woman in Kentucky.
Deadly Chagas Disease From Kissing Bug Spreading Across the U.S.
According to a report from the CDC, the Chagas disease caused by an infected kissing bug has already spread across more than half of the states in the U.S. However, despite the deadly effect of the disease, a health expert noted that the public should not be terribly alarmed.
Infant Death Linked to Crib Bumpers Dangerously Increasing
Researchers warned that the number of infant deaths related to bumpers installed on cribs have spiked through the past years. Based on their findings, the researchers are calling for a nationwide ban on crib bumpers to avoid additional accidents and even fatalities involving babies
Men Found to Overeat During Dates to Impress Women
A new study has provided scientific proof as to why men tend to overeat when dining with women. According to the researchers who conducted the study, males tend to eat more than what they usually consume in order to impress their female dates.
Drug Used to Treat Alcoholism Found to be Effective Against HIV
A team of researchers from the University of California San Francisco and University of Melbourne have discovered a drug that can be effectively used in the fight against HIV. According to the researchers, the drug, which was originally designed to cure alcoholism, can activate dormant HIV.
New Study Discovers Direct Link Between Drinking Coffee and Lower Death Risk
A new study has revealed that regular coffee drinkers are less likely to die early due to chronic diseases than those who do not drink this brewed beverage at all. According to the researchers, the link between coffee and lower mortality rate may be related to the drink's ingredients.
FDA Recalls Washing Machines Used in Hospitals Due to Infection Risk
The Food and Drug Administration has ordered a U.S. company to recall thousands of its endoscope washing machines used in various hospitals and other medical facilities in the country. According to the government agency, the order was made due to a violation by the company that can increase the risk…
Shift in Sense of Humor Linked to Development of Dementia
A new study has identified the link between the shift in preferences for humor or comedy and the different kinds of dementia. According to researchers, patients with dementia are more likely to laugh at slapstick comedy and even inappropriate situations than other forms of humor.
Researchers Say Having Normal Weight with Belly Fat More Dangerous than Being Obese
According to a new study, those who have belly fat despite having a normal weight are more likely to die from diseases than those who are overweight or obese. The researchers who conducted the study explained that their findings show how the location of the fat on the body can adversely affect one'…