Restroom spies say we're washing hands more often
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE 2010-09-13T15:52:39ZBOSTON (AP) -- Swine flu may have scared us straight, or maybe we're finally listening to our mothers. Whatever the reason, Americans are washing their hands more often, suggests the latest check by researchers who spy on people using public restrooms.... hosted.ap.org |
Target Cancer: New Drugs Stir Debate on Rules of Clinical Trials
Two cousins developed the same lethal cancer; only one could take part in an experimental drug trial. Critics say that new science behind the drugs has eclipsed the old rules, and ethics, of testing them. feeds.nytimes.com |
New technology stretches stem cell potential
Australian scientists say they have found a way to successfully grow human stem cells outside the body. abc.net.au |
Get busy if you want to beat the middle-age spread
Is there any way to fight the dreaded middle-age spread? Yes, researchers say, but you have to get physical. rssfeeds.usatoday.com |
U.S. Sues Michigan Blue Cross Over Pricing
The administration said the insurer violated antitrust laws and gained a competitive advantage by forcing hospitals to charge higher prices to its rivals. feeds.nytimes.com |