Humanitarian Drones to Deliver Medical Supplies to Roadless Areas
Andreas Raptopoulos wants to use aerial drones to save lives, by helping the one billion people who do not have year-round access to roads.
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Coffee Lowers Risk of Prostate Cancer, Harvard Study Says
A new study says men who are heavy coffee drinkers are at a much lower risk for prostate cancer. Harvard scientists followed 47,911 men for two decades and asked how much coffee they were drinking. The researchers found that those who consumed six or more cups a day -- with or without caffeine -- were almost 20% less likely to develop prostate cancer. The heavy coffee drinkers were 60% less likely to get the lethal form of the disease. (NY Times)
10 Year-old Girl Saves a Life Three Hours After Learning CPR
It's been said that you never know when CPR will come in handy–including minutes after you've just learned it. A 10 year-old girl is glad she learned it.
Breath Test Can Tell the Difference Between Heartburn, Stomach Cancer
If doctors had a way to easily spot the difference between cancer and indigestion, it could save thousands of lives. A new breath test device shows promise.
Scientists Find Two Proteins That Can Suppress Cancer
Israeli researchers have discovered that a "Jekyll and Hyde" protein, long linked to causing cancer, may also be able to stop the disease from spreading in the body.
America's Largest Grocer Rolls Back Organic Food Prices
Wal-Mart, the retailer that leads U.S. stores in grocery sales, said on Thursday it struck a deal to sell Wild Oats brand organic foods at non-organic prices.
Millions of Indian Officials Being Lured into Daily Yoga Classes
The Indian government announced in March that millions of its country's stressed and out-of-shape officials would be participating in free daily yoga lessons in order to improve public services.
New Study Reveals Surprising Benefit to Being Overweight
People struggling with their weight often face endless frustration and health problems, but they may be doing something right when it comes to fighting dementia.
Lane Bryant Challenges Victoria's Secret By Redefining Beauty
It's a great week to be a woman no matter your size. A new full-figured lingerie campaign, and French legislation passed Friday, support women of all sizes and make it clear: sexy doesn't have to be just one size.
Perk Up, Coffee Lovers: Protect Your Liver With Every Cup
Researchers spent 11 years tracking the liver function in nearly 28,000 coffee-drinking adults, and the results are good. The caffeinated beverage may even decrease your risk of liver cancer by 14%
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