New Research Says Your Alarm Clock Settings May Indicate as Much About You as Your Horoscope
A survey of 2,000 Americans says that there may be many more differences between night owls and early risers than just our snooze alarm.
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Largest U.S. Public School System to Fight Climate Change With 'Meatless Mondays'
The largest public school system in the US will soon begin offering free, healthy vegetarian meals in their 1,800 schools every Monday.
When Blueberries and Grapes Are Combined, a Dramatic Decline in Memory Loss and Aging - Study
The research shows a dramatic improvement in subjects who ate blueberries and grapes together, rather than separately.
People Are Happier After Yoga Classes, But Try These Quirky Yoga Themes for Extra Fun
While yoga is commonly used as a source of relaxation and exercise, it is now more fun with classes in unusual settings or using animals and laughter.
Check Out This Yoga Studio Made Entirely of Salt For Extra Health Benefits
The Breathe Easy Spa in New York City has created a salt room—yes, a room made of salt—to help you inhale and exhale through your downward dog.
Marijuana Fills Dire Medical Needs of Families; Science, States Try to Catch Up
Unthinkable two decades ago, parents are fighting for their children's right to use marijuana – and many legislators are standing with them. Here's the latest...
Parkinson's Researchers Now Have $24 Million To Keep Going Thanks to Funding From Michael J. Fox
Scientists now have over $24 million in funding for Parkinson's research thanks to the beloved Hollywood philanthropist.
Ambulance Volunteers Have Granted Thousands of Senior Patients' Dying Wishes for Free
There are over 270 volunteer medical workers who facilitate the final wishes of hundreds of senior patients around the world every year.
Dogs Could Be the Key to Turning the Tide Against Malaria
This new study shows that pups are capable of sniffing out more than just Parkinson's disease and prostate cancer—and could be a new tool to fight malaria.
Bed Nets Pay Off With Plunge in Malaria Cases in Gambia
The incidence of malaria in Gambia fell substantially in five years -- between 50 percent and 85 percent from 2003 to 2007 -- thanks to insecticide-coated bed nets that protect children.
Doctor Builds Makeshift Device To Save Baby's Life on Airline Flight
Flying over the middle of the Atlantic, a doctor thinking on his feet quickly built a medical device that saved a baby girl's life.
New Device Gives Early Warning of Asthma Attack in Kids
Feeling helpless during an asthma attack is what led Matt Fischer to develop a device that seeks to provide families with control over the disorder–until there's a cure.
Asthma Could Be Cured Within 5 Years With This New Breakthrough
Scientists think they may have a cure for asthma, now that they've discovered a "switch" that can turn off the condition, and thus, the symptoms.
Wearable Sensors Will Help Runners, Asthmatics Find Less Polluted Routes
Spec Sensors, an American company, is developing tiny sensors that detect pollution. One application is for small electronics, worn by runners.
Farm Dust Prevents Child Allergies, Could Lead to Asthma Vaccine
Scientists have figured out why people who grow up on farms have fewer allergies and cases of asthma—and they may be able to use that to create a vaccine.
How a Yoga Teacher is Saving First Responders Across America From Depression - With Downward Dog
Yoga is not just good for stretching - it is saving police officers and firefighters from depression and anxiety in cities across America.
Diner Owner With Down Syndrome Serves Breakfast, Lunch and Hugs
Tim Harris, owner of Tim's Place, is the country's only restaurant owner with Down's Syndrome, and the joy he gets from serving people good food carries over into his diner's most famous export: hugs.
Girl Who Could Die From Any Strong Smell is Saved by a Specially-Trained Dog
This teenager has been given a new lease on life thanks to a 3-year-old pup who has been trained to help with her condition.
Global Suicide Rate Has Declined By 29%, With Millions of Tragedies Avoided Since 2000
Dozens of demographic groups that have previously experienced spikes in suicide rates are now improving with significant declines.
US Cancer Death Rate Has Fallen by 27% in 25 Years - Study
This new report shows that millions of people have lived longer and fuller lives thanks to a steadily declining cancer death rate.
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