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June 09, 2016
Number of pregnant women in U.S with Zika virus triples
The number of pregnant women in the United States infected with Zika virus is suddenly tripling, due to a change in how the government is counting cases.
June 03, 2016
High-Tech Help Enables Blind People to Read
Or-Cam is a miniature smart camera that can attach to any pair of glasses.
June 01, 2016
Six new proteins discovered to fight Alzheimer's, cancer
A team of scientists has discovered six new proteins that may help reveal secrets of how humans age — potentially unlocking new insights into diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer and other ageing-related problems.
May 25, 2016
Growing Number of Problems Found in Brazilian Babies Affected by Zika
A small study suggests that the range of serious eye problems in babies affected by the Zika virus is more extensive than previously known.
May 24, 2016
The Sago Palm Plant Is a Hidden Danger for Your Pets
Every pet owner should know this list: azaleas, tulips, chocolates, onions and grapes. Any of these items can make your pet sick. But there’s another dangerous item that most pet owners don’t know about -- and in South Carolina, it’s the top call to Animal Poison Control.
May 21, 2016
FDA's New Food Labels: What to Know
The Food and Drug Administration rolled out its long-anticipated new food labels Friday, and they'll include new details on how much sugar is in food and reflect the sad fact that Americans eat more than they used to.
May 19, 2016
Pet Food Institute Warns Against Plying Pooches with Snacks
When it comes to our canines, few of us can resist those big brown eyes and puppy kisses that cry out for our undivided attention, not to mention our table scraps.
May 18, 2016
Zika virus may reach Europe this summer
The Zika virus could spread to Europe this summer, although the likelihood of an outbreak is low to moderate, the World Health Organization has said.
May 18, 2016
Would you let a robot perform your surgery by itself?
Robots have become the norm in numerous industries, taking over repetitive tasks that humans aren't necessarily needed for -- or want to do -- such as the production of cars and electronics.
May 17, 2016
Scientists clone Zika virus in step toward vaccine
Scientists have for the first time cloned the Zika virus, a development that could bring a desperately needed vaccine within closer reach.