Rap Music Can Power Medical Sensors
If you're not a fan of rap music, here's something you probably didn't know about it: it has the power to recharge medical devices.
Health insurer WellPoint boosts primary care
On January 27, the nation's second largest health insurance provider announced that it had launched an innovative reimbursement initiative, partnering with primary care physicians to improve quality and reduce medical costs. WellPoint Inc., which insures approximately 34 million Americans, will offer primary care doctors a fee increase as well as the possibility of additional payments
The 6 Biggest Reasons Why Your Diet Will Fail
A recent business article titled "The 6 Biggest Reasons You'll Fail" has some practical and universal lessons that are just as applicable to losing weight as it does to losing a business. Read on to discover the 6 biggest reasons why your diet will fail as food for thought before you start your next dieting plan.
Oral HPV infections on the rise
According to a new study, the prevalence of oral human papillomavirus (HPV) in the United States now stands at 6.0%. Thus, about 16 million Americans have oral HPV infection. The study also reported that the rate is higher in men than women.
Estrogen Changes Linked to Caffeine Consumption Show Racial Differences
A recent study looking at estrogen levels and caffeine consumption shows that it’s not only what caffeinated beverage you drink, but also your race in conjunction with the beverage that has an effect on your estrogen levels. Read on and discover the relationship between caffeine, estrogen and race.
Early Detection of MS Possible with Lab Tests
Researchers have discovered lab tests that allow them to detect MS in its early stages.
Antiperspirants and deodorants linked to breast cancer
A new study, which investigated whether the use of antiperspirants and deodorants increase the risk for breast cancer, relieved some concerns about a relationship; however, it also raised some questions and concerns.About 10 years ago, studies began to surface that reported that parabens had estrogenic properties; it is known that estrogen plays a central role in the development, growth, and progression of breast cancer.
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A New Year, A New You: The New Atkins Cookbook
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Stanford Historian Exposes Tobacco Industry: Top 5 Common Myths about Tobacco
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New parenting book addresses full range of children's respiratory issues
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Controversial Children's Book Uses Four-letter Word: DIET
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The Social Network Diet: Change Yourself and the World
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Summer Is No Time for Varicose and Spider Veins
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A Woman's Nation Takes on Alzheimer's is Tribute to Sargent Shriver
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