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Study Shows How Red Meat May Cause Cancer in Humans

In the past, red meat consumption has been linked with many diseases, such as colorectal and breast cancers amongst many other. And while it has been strongly associated with higher risk of cancer in humans, as opposed to other animals, the mechanism for the meats' health risk have not been determined. But a recent study published this week in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences may have just discovered the science behind its carcinogenic effect, particularly in humans.

Battle of the Sexes: Could Being Female Influence Fatal Allergic Reactions?

They may not necessarily be known as the fairer sex, but researchers of a recent study did find that females may be more prone to death by anaphylaxis. From rashes to the more severe anaphylaxis, allergic reactions vary depending on the gravity of exposure to allergens, one's allergic threshold, and according to the new study, the presence of estrogen -- the primary sex hormones in a woman's body.

Diabetes Could Affect Brain Growth in Children

While diabetes is often known as a disease affecting the breakdown of sugar, most do not know about the implications of the disease's affects on the circulatory system. As a disease that limits blood flow, as well as organ health, diabetes has been known to cause other dreaded ailments, that if left unchecked, may have a debilitating effect on a person's life. Vital organs are the usual casualties of diabetes, with cataracts that lead to blindness, as well as, kidney malfunction being some of the ramifications associated with the disease. A recent study published in the journal Diabetes found that type-one diabetes may affect another organ in children in particular-the brain. The study saw a difference in brain development of children with diabetes, compared with children not suffering from the disease.

FDA Approves New Roche Ebola Test For Emergency Use

The World Health Organization (WHO) has recorded over 7,500 confirmed, and suspected Ebola deaths in the West African countries of Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea; and more than 19,000 recorded cases in the said trio, which are the most heavily-affected countries in terms of Ebola. Early detection and quick action are therefore necessary to curb the further accelerated spread of the disease.

Indoor Tanning Can Lead to Health Hazards Such as Burns and Skin Cancer

A recent study found that indoor tanning is not as harmless as it appears to be. According to the study conducted by researchers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), indoor tanning has sent people to hospitals after getting burns, eye injuries, and loss of consciousness. Among the long-term effects associated with the activity are: cancer of the skin, cataracts and melanoma.

Reading From an E-Reader Before Bedtime Disrupts Sleep- Study

In an age of computer graphics, social media, and the ever-present technology that plays such a vital role in our daily lives, it comes as no surprise that even in the moments before we close our eyes every night that we are consumed with checking that last status or watching a video or two. Sometimes, we just want to have some good, old traditional reading using an electronic reading material and wait until we get drowsy and sleepy. However, a new study published this week in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences revealed that reading through electronic devices such as iPad, smart phones and other similar devices before bedtime could disrupt sleep patterns, affecting sleep quality, and affecting long-term health.

Fast Food May Affect "School Performance"

The performance of a student in the classroom may be affected by how much fast food one eats. A recent study published in the journal Clinical Pediatrics found that fifth-graders who ate fast food had weaker abilities in the subject areas of math, science and reading by the time they reached the eighth grade.

Miss Universe 2014: Hosts Natalie Morales and Thomas Roberts Announced; Contest Date & Schedule - News Updates

This year, however, some changes have been made, and the prestigious contest is set to take place on January 25, 2015. And among the latest news on the event is that it will be hosted by two promising TV news personalities: "TODAY's" Natalie Morales and MSNBC's Thomas Roberts. The announcement was made Tuesday by Mr. Donald Trump and Paula M. Shugart, president of the Miss Universe Organization.

E-cigarettes Lure the Young Into Tobacco Smoking: Study

With the publicity that e-cigarettes are the safer alternative for the more health hazardous tobacco products, more people resort to e-cigarettes (also referred to as e-cigs) and the younger generation have been drawn to the "cooler and hipper" e-cigarettes with their attractive packaging and fruity taste. However, a recent study found that e-cigarette smoking increased the likelihood among youngsters to smoke the nicotine-rich cigarette.

Genes Can Also Create 'Monsters' Study Reveals

With the long-time debate as to whether nature or nurture controls behavior, a recent research finally provides answers that may put the argument -- at least as far as violent behavior is concerned -- to rest.

Semen Quality May Determine Future Health Condition Amongst Adult Men

Sperm quality could be an indicator of a man's overall health, according to a recent study. This means that males with fertility issues are more likely to acquire health problems later in life, the Stanford University study says. Amongst the illnesses linked to poor semen quality are skin disease, hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases.

Are Men More Capable of Doing "Idiotic" Acts Than Women? Study Says "Yes"

Could it be the raging testosterone, or is it just that men are really the mentally weaker sex? When it comes to displaying risky behavior and pulling stunts that are considered "stupid" to the point of "idiotic", men are ahead of the pack, a recent study found. Such stunts were labeled idiotic as the perpetrators had lost their lives in an unthinking manner in doing such acts.
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