Florida officials issue warning on Vibrio bacteria
(HealthDay)—Florida health officials are cautioning visitors to the state's beaches about the threat of Vibrio vulnificus bacteria in warm seawater this summer.
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Allergan sues Valeant, claims fraud in buy attempt (Update)
Botox and eye-drug maker Allergan is suing a Canadian drugmaker and a hedge fund over their hostile takeover attempt, alleging insider trading and other fraud before their plan became public.
Aug 1, 2014
US evacuating two Americans sick with Ebola (Update)
Two Americans infected with Ebola in West Africa will be evacuated back to the United States in the coming days to be cared for in strict isolation, officials said Friday.
Aug 1, 2014
'Normal' bacteria vital for keeping intestinal lining intact
Scientists at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University have found that bacteria that aid in digestion help keep the intestinal lining intact. The findings, reported online in the journal Immunity, could yield ...
Aug 1, 2014
French hospital plans wine bar to cheer patients' last days
The French have long been famed for their unshakeable belief in the health benefits of a glass of wine.
Aug 1, 2014
Electronic reminders can help patients prevent surgical site infections
The use of electronic reminders such as text messages, emails or voicemails is highly effective at getting surgical patients to adhere to a preadmission antiseptic showering regimen known to help reduce risk of surgical site ...
Aug 1, 2014
Researchers use computer-based treatment for children with anxiety
(Medical Xpress)—When traditional methods of treatment do not work for children suffering from anxiety disorders, researchers at FIU believe they have found another option.
Aug 1, 2014
