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New Non-Invasive Procedure Microwaves Your Sweat Glands

Mary Martin — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 17:52:00 +0000

Sweating is probably the most “unfeminine” thing a woman can do. That is pretty unfair considering it is a natural way for our bodies to cool down. There are lots of ways to prevent sweat stains under your arms, but this latest procedure is scary to me. The traditional antiperspirant and sweat “shields” are apparently [...]

Is There a Shelf Life on Your DNA? The Best Age for a Man to Become a Parent Revealed

Amanda Currier — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 12:00:04 +0000

Men who are choosing to wait until later to have children are taking a larger risk of having a child with genetic defects, learning disabilities, and psychological issues, according to Men’s Health. “Genetic Problems come in a U-shaped curve during a man’s life,” said Harry Fisch, M.D., Clinical Professor of Urology and Reproductive Medicine at [...]

Men With Higher Voices Have Higher Sperm Counts

Kathy Landin — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:00:06 +0000

In the animal kingdom, all species choose mates based on traits that signal “genetic superiority.” Sociologists say that humans have a tendency to unknowingly do the same during the mating process. For example, new research shows women often pick a partner based on a low, sexy voice. Think Barry White first thing in the morning. [...]

Obesity-Related Cancers Increase While Others Fall

Shauna Wright — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 16:45:53 +0000

New report findings from the CDC had both good news and bad. The good news? Cancer deaths are falling. The bad news? Cancers associated with obesity are on the rise. According to data from four major national cancer tracking groups, cancer death rates declined by an average of 1.7 percent per year for men, 1.3 [...]

Willis Knighton Purchases Old Bossier Medical Center

Mary Martin — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:26:07 +0000

The Shreveport Times reports that the former Bossier Medical Center has been acquired by Willis Knighton Health System. Willis Knighton first attempted to purchase the property almost a decade ago. Back in 1999 the property was purchased by Chistus Health Shreveport-Bossier for $23 million. I am anxious to see what will be developed there in [...]

Sleeping Less Could Cause You to Eat More

Mary Martin — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 17:08:31 +0000

There is no question that getting a good nights sleep can do you a world of good, but it could also help you keep off unwanted pounds. The researchers at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota have evidence that shows that people that get six hours or less shuteye a night are prone to be obese.

Bad News of the Day: Red Wine Isn't Really Good For You

Mary Martin — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:21:08 +0000

We've heard for years in countless medical magazines that according to research conducted by the esteemed Dr Dipak K. Das, a professor at the University of Connecticut's Department of Surgery and director of its Cardiovascular Research Center, that drinking red wine can actually help your heart. After a three year investigation that claim has been found to be a big fat lie.