October 26, 2015 Post Holdings says 35 percent of egg supply now affected by bird flu Post Holdings Inc said a third company-owned chicken flock in Nebraska had tested positive for avian flu, bringing total affected egg supply to about 35 percent of commitments.
October 26, 2015 Can some probiotics have an antibiotic effect? The Claim: Some probiotics, healthy bacteria commonly known for improving digestion and boosting the immune system, also can kill pathogens, such as those that cause food poisoning and others that cause illnesses such as strep throat.
October 26, 2015 Experts predict the end of smoking in America Health officials have begun to predict the end of cigarette smoking in America.
October 26, 2015 Poverty may increase odds of repeat hospitalizations When patients are hospitalized more than once in the same month, it may have more to do with their income or education levels than the quality of care they received, a U.S. study suggests.
October 26, 2015 US bird flu virus seen under control within four months, OIE says An epidemic of bird flu that has devastated U.S. poultry flocks this year is likely to be under control within four months as the United States steps up measures to contain the virus, the head of the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) said.
October 26, 2015 Smoke-free workplace laws may decrease youth smoking Although teens rarely spend time in offices, smoke-free laws affecting those venues may have a ripple effect that deters youth from taking up the habit, a new study suggests.
October 26, 2015 Studies say one-third of young men in China to die from smoking Research published in the medical journal The Lancet says one in three of all the young men in China are likely to die from tobacco, but that the number can fall if the men quit smoking.
October 26, 2015 US adult smoking rate dips just under 18 percent A government report says the smoking rate for U.S. adults dipped below 18 percent for the first time last year.
October 26, 2015 8 foods that can help prevent the flu Get vaccinated, wash your hands, don't touch your face—these rules are second nature (or at least they should be) come flu season—especially because this year's strain is particularly nasty.
October 26, 2015 Hookah is not harmless, experts say Smoking hookah can be addictive and harmful, though many dabblers may not realize the dangers, according to a new review.