Smoking synthetic marijuana may damage kidneys
Source: USA TODAY A new report links the use of synthetic cannabinoids, which are sold under the names of “synthetic marijuana,” “Spice” and “K2,” with kidney damage. Sixteen cases of acute kidney...
View ArticleBotox or your bills? Plastic surgery wins out
Source: USA TODAY Fewer Americans seem to be frowning on cosmetic plastic surgery. People may be struggling with gas prices and health care costs, but cosmetic plastic surgery procedures rose 5% from...
View ArticleWorried about artificial dyes at Easter? Make your own
Source: USA TODAY At Easter gatherings, tables are laden with a kaleidoscope of candies, cookies, festive punches and, of course, colored eggs. But some researchers don’t have a rosy view of beverages...
View ArticleAnalysis: Allergy drops a good alternative to shots
Source: USA TODAY Itching for allergy relief? Under-the-tongue drops instead of allergy shots may be a good option for some patients who suffer from allergies and allergic asthma, according to a new...
View ArticleAchoo! Spring allergy season may be longer, stronger
Source: USA TODAY This year’s spring allergy season is nothing to sniff at: The season may be longer and stronger, allergists say. Blooming trees have been releasing pollen into the air, triggering...
View ArticleWhich cities are the worst for people with allergies?
Source: USA TODAY Jackson, Miss., is the worst U.S. city for people with allergies, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. The foundation releases its list of “2013 Spring Allergy...
View ArticleGuam residents pray as they face N. Korea threats
Source: USA TODAY How seriously should Guam residents take North Korea’s missile threats? That question is on the minds of island residents as April 15, a special date for North Koreans, nears. “Every...
View ArticleJust a taste of beer might hook you, study says
Source: USA TODAY If you’re looking forward to a cold one this weekend, you may be interested in a new study creating buzz. The study found that a beer’s flavor alone, without any effect from alcohol,...
View ArticleExperts applaud Zeta-Jones for managing bipolar disorder
Source: USA TODAY Mental health advocates and doctors who treat bipolar disorders say managing the condition can be complicated — and they applaud Oscar-winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones for seeking...
View ArticleReport: 4 inexpensive products can save newborns
Source: USA TODAYThis Mother's Day, many women will squeeze their children in their arms while others will have to hold their babies in their hearts.A report released today shines light on the plight...
View ArticleJacob, Sophia were the most popular baby names of 2012
Source: USA TODAY With the Social Security Administration unveiling its list of 2012′s most popular baby names today, some parents will be looking for validation that they chose a good one, while...
View ArticleCoastal cleanup yields more than 10M pounds of trash
Source: USA TODAY The Ocean Conservancy said Tuesday that its 2012 International Coastal Cleanup collected more than 10 million pounds of trash. More than 550,000 people picked up 10,149,988 pounds of...
View ArticleBrain dominance linked to preferred ear for cellphone
Source: USA TODAY Hands down — left-brain thinkers use their right hand to hold their cellphone, a new study finds. The study shows a strong correlation between brain dominance and the ear used to...
View ArticleUSA lags behind others in paid vacation, holidays
Source: USA TODAY Memorial Day weekend will kick off the summer travel season for many Americans, but some workers won’t be able to kick back on a vacation this year. Nearly one in four Americans (23%)...
View ArticleParents can prevent teens’ substance use despite doubts
Source: USA TODAY More than one in five parents of teens think what they say has little influence on whether their child uses alcohol, illicit substances or tobacco, according to a report out Friday....
View ArticleMoms are primary breadwinners in 40% of U.S. households
Source: USA TODAY A record 40% of households with children include “breadwinner moms,” according to a report out today. These moms are the sole or primary source of income for households with children...
View ArticleHealthy lifestyle habits may improve your memory too
Source: USA TODAY Do you remember what you had for breakfast? If you’re a healthy eater, there’s a greater chance that you’ll recall. A healthy lifestyle is linked to better memory across all adult age...
View ArticleViews of homosexuality vary across nations, report says
Source: USA TODAY The world is divided over the acceptance of homosexuality, a survey released today finds. There is broad acceptance of homosexuality in North America, the European Union, and much of...
View ArticleAt-home kit tests for top 10 allergies, including cats
Source: USA TODAY If you’ve been itching to find out whether you have allergies, an at-home test may be an option. MyAllergyTest is now a widely available at-home allergy test with Food and Drug...
View ArticleMost gay, bisexual adults say society is more accepting
Source: USA TODAY Most lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender adults say America is becoming more accepting of them. About 92% of LGBT adults say society has become more accepting in the past decade, a...
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