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Immune system tricked by certain kinds of drug-resistant bacteria

This past weekend, medical researchers stated that drug-resistant bacteria called methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) are able to kill ... Read More »

Immune system has longer 'memory' than previously believed

The human immune system's "memory' -- the rate at which it continues to protect us from invading organisms -- lasts much longer than many scientists ... Read More »

How a lack of sleep affects your body

A couple of days ago, I told you how to sleep more deeply. But why is sleep so important? Here's list of what a lack of sleep can do to you: You ... Read More »

Old virus, new findings

The adenovirus has been around for years, causing cold and flu-like symptoms, including some stomach flus, is gaining lots of attention lately -- for ... Read More »

The Daily Turn On! Get touchy-feely

Life is too short not to be fully "tuned in." The Daily Turn On! is designed to wake up your senses, all six of them: smell, taste, touch, hearing, ... Read More »

Why Skinny People Don't Like Fat People: It's Evolutionary

As I sit down to work in the afternoon, I often have the TV blaring away in the background, and while most people would find it impossible to work in ... Read More »

Immune system possibly tied to weight loss

What bodily systems help control weight? While the answer to that question is beyond the scope of this post, research into the interplay between the ... Read More »

Unemployment can make you sick

New research has linked the stress of being unemployed to decreased immune function, and therefore increased illness. And if you're all pale and ... Read More »

Tai Chi may gives boost to immune system, says study

As Bethany noted earlier, the form of martial arts workout known as Tai Chi may have benefits for those suffering from diabetes. How about Tai Chi ... Read More »