1 in 7 men destined to go bald due to genes

Scientists have discovered that 1 in 7 men have a genetic risk for baldness. Researchers at Canada's McGill University and King's College London along with scientists at drug company GlaxoSmithKline have solved the mystery of male pattern baldness but say treating it will require more research

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Alcohol linked to brain shrinkage

According to the latest research drinking alcohol shrinks the brain and the more alcohol an individual drinks, the smaller his or her total brain volume will be

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Vioxx heart risks confirmed in long-term study

A long-term study has confirmed the risks associated with the arthritis drug Vioxx.The study, an analysis of people who took the arthritis drug carried out by Dr. Robert Bresalier of the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center at the University of Texas, has found Vioxx doubles the risk of strokes and heart attacks.

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Breakthrough Powder Regrows Lost Fingers

An Ohio man completely regenerated a severed finger in only four weeks by applying a powder developed by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh.Sixty-nine-year-old Lee Spievak lost a half inch of his finger, down to the bone, to the propeller of a model airplane

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Pump up the volume but risk permanent hearing damage

Scientists are warning that listening to music through earphones, at high volumes, can cause permanent hearing damage - they say noise-induced hearing damage above 80-85 decibels is a known phenomenon and such damage can be prevented to a large extent by reducing the noise exposure levels and duration.

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Kill the tobacco industry, or it will keep killing

This month in Rio de Janeiro, the global tobacco industry's annual conference features a special session on what many are seeing as its Armageddon: plain, generic packaging

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The connection between stress and disease

Stress is unavoidable in today’s world, especially after the recent disastrous weeks in the economy.

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Changing the patterns that contribute to unhappiness

Linda Mitchell-Dominguez of Stillwater, a nurse turned holistic healer, is a small woman with a big vision. Nine years ago, she stopped working in traditional medicine with two goals.

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The Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup

In case you missed it on TV, recent ads campaigns have tried to convince people that High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) is something that's actually good for you. For me and many others who are into natural health and informed on the dangers of man made chemicals and food additives, a statement like that is not only a lie but an outright shock.

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Chemical in plastics affects cancer treatments

Bisphenol A, the chemical in plastics linked to heart disease, diabetes and stunted growth, may also interfere with cancer treatments, a study supported by the U.S. government has found. Chemotherapy agents were less effective against human breast-cancer cells exposed to low levels of the chemical, according to the study in the journal Environment

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Music therapy reduces stress, anxiety and depression during

pMusic therapy can reduce psychological stress among pregnant women, according to research just published in a special complementary and alternative therapy medicine issue of the UK-based Journal of Clinical Nursing.

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St John's Wort 'as good as Prozac, study finds.

St John's Wort can be as good at lifting depression as pharmaceutical drugs such as Prozac, a study has found.A review of research evidence concluded that the herbal extract was as effective as standard antidepressants but had fewer side effects

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St John's Wort 'as good as Prozac, study finds.

St John's Wort can be as good at lifting depression as pharmaceutical drugs such as Prozac, a study has found.A review of research evidence concluded that the herbal extract was as effective as standard antidepressants but had fewer side effects

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Better Than Sedatives: Acupressure Calms Children Before Sur

An acupressure treatment applied to children undergoing anesthesia noticeably lowers their anxiety levels and makes the stress of surgery more calming for them and their families, UC Irvine anesthesiologists have learned

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People 'touch wood' to impose order

New research suggests that the reason why people carry out rituals such as touching wood or wearing a 'lucky' item or some other behaviour, is because they are experiencing a loss of control in their lives

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Goji Health Benefits Confirmed by Research

For 2,500 years, the goji berry was thought to have health benefits—most notably, improved vision and kidney and liver function. This nutrient-dense, chewy red little berry has gained popularity recently for its incredible health benefits. Goji berry juices, bars and supplements have become wildly popular among health and nutrition aficionados.

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Nerve Stimulation Therapy Alleviates Pain For Headache

A novel therapy using a miniature nerve stimulator instead of medication for the treatment of profoundly disabling headache disorders improved the experience of pain by 80-95 percent, according to a new study from the University of California, San Francisco and the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in London.

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Food nutrition labelling in the

A series of almost weekly food scares from China and the U.S. have made many consumers more aware of what goes into a food product and concern over where the ingredients are sourced from, but experts suggest many shoppers 'ignore food label schemes'.

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Research reveals strong link between music and cardiovascula

Brunel University's School of Sport and Education today reveals that, according to Dr Costas Karageorghis's latest research, carefully selected music can significantly increase a person's physical endurance and make the experience of cardiovascular exercise far more positive

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City Streets with Trees Reduce Asthma in Children Living Nea

Young children who live on tree-lined streets have lower rates of asthma than children living on streets with less vegetation, according to a new study conducted by researchers from Columbia University.

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Pregnancy: Don’t eat nuts, don’t get stressed and don’t use

Women who eat nuts, get stressed or use a mobile phone while they are pregnant can cause health problems for their child, a range of recent studies has discovered.

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Scientists Uncover the Mechanism for Antioxidant Prevention

A diet rich in antioxidants is a crucial element in anyone's quest for a long, healthy life. Of the many ailments that antioxidants help prevent, such as heart disease, neurological diseases and a number of cancers, the mechanism by which they prevent age-related blindness has finally been elucidated.

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Antisocial behaviour linked to low levels of stress hormone

A British research team have discovered a link between antisocial behaviour in male adolescents and reduced levels of the 'stress hormone' cortisolAs a rule levels of cortisol in the body increase when people undergo a stressful experience, such as public speaking, sitting an exam, or having surgery.

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Laughter: A fresh take on an old idea

Due to the pressure associated with trying to meet daily challenges, some people go through a whole day without laughing. Contrary to commonly-held beliefs, most laughter is not about humour - it is about relationships between people

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Women who smoke at risk for major depression.

A new study by Australian scientists has revealed that women who smoke are at greater risk of developing a major depressive disorder.The link between depression in women and smoking was found as a result of a decade long study by researchers from the University of Melbourne and Barwon Health, Victoria's largest regional health service.

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FDA Review Toxic Tattoo Chemicals - Ignores Mercury Fillings

The FDA has launched an investigation into the chemicals contained in tattoo and permanent makeup inks, as well as their potential health consequences

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Emory University Hospital is using an innovative new medicin

for the minimally invasive treatment of aortic aneurysms, dangerous bulges or weaknesses in the body’s largest artery that can rupture with fatal consequences if left untreated.

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