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WHO to declare Ebola outbreak over
January 13, 2016
WHO to declare Ebola outbreak over
The two-year Ebola epidemic which laid waste to communities across west Africa and killed more than 11,000 people is due…
Suez Canal receives first eco-friendly vessel
January 13, 2016
Suez Canal receives first eco-friendly vessel
“The biggest” eco-friendly ship passed through the Suez Canal on Wednesday, the head of the Suez Canal Authority, Mohab Mamish, said…
Antarctic icebergs have surprise role in slowing warming: study
January 13, 2016
Antarctic icebergs have surprise role in slowing warming: study
The biggest icebergs breaking off Antarctica unexpectedly help to slow global warming as they melt away into the chill Southern…
Exercise helps prevent low back pain
January 13, 2016
Exercise helps prevent low back pain
Back pain is common and difficult to treat, but one effective strategy to help prevent it is exercise, according to…
Secondhand smoke common for US teens
January 13, 2016
Secondhand smoke common for US teens
Close to half of US middle and high school students who never used tobacco themselves were exposed to secondhand smoke…
Taking drugs for depression linked to better diabetes control
January 13, 2016
Taking drugs for depression linked to better diabetes control
People who have both diabetes and depression may have an easier time keeping their blood sugar levels under control if…
English doctors set to strike for first time in 40 years
January 12, 2016
English doctors set to strike for first time in 40 years
English doctors stage their first strike in 40 years on Tuesday over government plans to reform pay and conditions for…
Daily sugary drinks tied to increased visceral fat
January 12, 2016
Daily sugary drinks tied to increased visceral fat
Drinking sugar-sweetened beverages like soda daily may lead to more abdominal fat gain over time, according to a new study. So-called…
After miscarriage, how long should couples wait to try again?
January 12, 2016
After miscarriage, how long should couples wait to try again?
After an early miscarriage, couples who try to conceive again within three months may be more likely to have a…
Cancer now No. 1 killer in 22 states, ahead of heart disease
January 11, 2016
Cancer now No. 1 killer in 22 states, ahead of heart disease
Cancer is becoming the No. 1 killer in more and more states as deaths from heart disease have declined, new…