BPA Found in Mothers’ Breast Milk and Babies
Researchers from Simmons College have found the breastmilk of most women and the urine samples of most babies contain the hormone disruptor bisphenol A (BPA).
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Hospitals Caught Over-Admitting and Over-Charging Patients
An investigation by CBS’ 60 Minutes has exposed one of the nation’s largest hospital chains pressuring their staff of doctors to admit patients into the hospital to meet quotas, and a former FBI agent says the chain committed medicare fraud….
U.S. Pork Infected with Resistant Bacteria and Growth Drug
A study has determined that the majority of U.S. pork is contaminated with bacteria – much of it resistant to antibiotics – and a significant amount of pork contains levels of a drug known to cause toxicity in humans…
Jobs that Increase Your Risk of Breast Cancer
Are you working in a job that increases your risk of breast cancer? Research has now arrived at findings that show some occupations definitely boost risk of breast cancer.
Sugary Sodas Linked to Strokes and Diabetes
Researchers fhave determined that women who drink more soda tend to have more strokes, and research from Harvard found that men who drink more sodas are more likely to contract type 2 diabetes.
Is Your Thanksgiving Turkey Toxic?
The tradition of carving up a turkey might not yield as much thankfulness after knowing the kind of toxins and infections turkey meat can harbor. And new research is showing that toxins thought to be a thing of the past are still prevalent in turkey.
Tuberculosis Infections Prominent in Septic Arthritis
A new diagnostic test has enabled medical doctors to confirm that arthritis can readily be the result of the tuberculosis bacteria infecting the joints.
Is Your Restaurant a Host for Infectious Disease?
Research sponsored by the ABC news show 20/20 has exposed the greatest probable sources of infectious disease transmission among restaurants. Some of the findings surprised even the investigators.
Pharma Drugs Leading Cause of Liver Injury
Research is confirming that many pharmaceutical drugs cause liver injury. And continuing use of many drugs produce liver damage. Clinical research confirms liver injury Scientists from China’s Zhejiang University School of Medicine found that...
Reduced Glycemic Load Boosts Colon Cancer Survival
New research from Boston’s Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Duke University Medical Center have determined that a diet with lower glycemic load foods – foods with a lower glycemic index – reduce the risk of recurring colon cancer.
Nasal Irrigation Helps Relieve Hay Fever Symptoms
Research has confirmed that nasal irrigation with a saline solution with more salt content significantly lessens allergy symptoms and the need for medications. Hay fever in children tested The research, from Italy’s University of Milan,...
Probiotics Improve Cholesterol Levels
Research from Montreal’s McGill University School of Medicine has confirmed that probiotics help maintain healthy cholesterol levels, and particular probiotic species can correct poor cholesterol.
Eight Toxins Commonly Found in U.S. Children
Researchers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have concluded that BPA and seven other toxins are building up within the bodies of U.S. children according to blood and urine studies. Large...
Dementia and Cognitive Decline Linked to Sleep Disorders
Research from the Mayo Clinic has found that adults who have abnormal sleeping habits and the associated disruptions of their daytimes have a greater risk of developing dementia and mild cognitive impairment later on.
