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A person may laugh in their sleep due to odd dreams or sleep disorders. Rarely, the cause is a neurological condition. Sleep laughing can also be normal, especially in babies. Learn more about laughing during sleep here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2Icdkxp

Frank Lucas, played on-screen by Denzel Washington, was known for peddling heroin in Harlem. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2wy46pY

Collagen supplements can help improve skin health. Collagen is a protein that promotes skin elasticity. Most people can take collagen supplements without experiencing negative effects. Learn more here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2XjWWkO

In this article, we discuss the psychology behind learned helplessness — a state in which a person feels unable to change a stressful situation, even when change becomes possible. We look at the background of the theory and ways to overcome this state. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2Z18MRq

Hong Kong has confirmed its second case of African swine fever, in a further sign that the virus is continuing to spread beyond mainland China, with the government ordering a cull of 4,700 animals. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2W6HtTR

Hong Kong has confirmed its second case of African swine fever, in a further sign that the virus is continuing to spread beyond mainland China, with the government ordering a cull of 4,700 animals. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2W6HtTR

It is possible to get pregnant from precum. Precum is a fluid that the penis releases before ejaculation. The fluid is a lubricant that may contain sperm. Learn more here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2I9RYRp

Signs of a sprained ankle include pain and swelling. Doctors grade sprains depending on severity. Causes include falling and overuse. Learn more about the signs of a sprained ankle here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2Z3MoXE

Beverley Jacobs and Terri Brown fought tirelessly on behalf of missing and murdered indigenous women. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30Ydgdh

Leaked national report describes possibly thousands of deaths of indigenous women as genocide. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2QDIbGO

Some types of bread, including whole grain and sprouted bread, provide plenty of nutrients and health benefits. This article takes a look at some of the most healthful bread. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2YY7gPN

Evicted from their homeland, Chagos Islands families living in the UK are divided by immigration law. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2XkRDBB

A beleaguered people say they had hopes their misery would end but now they go back to one thing - survival. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30XMxgV

Sayyida Salme is a little known 19th Century princess who fled Zanzibar after scandalising the royals. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2ELHoil

What do we know about the novelist who is the third-richest woman in the world? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2XkRCO3

Older people are not allowed to remember; the younger generation aren't even allowed to know. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2ELPojr

Intensive radiotherapy can be toxic in 60 percent of patients with tumors located in the gastrointestinal cavity. Increases in levels of the protein URI protect mice against high-dose ionizing radiation-induced gastrointestinal syndrome and enhance mouse intestinal regeneration and survival in 100 percent of the cases. This finding could be useful to mitigate side effects of other sources of intensive radiation, such as nuclear accidents, nuclear warfare or the exposure to cosmic radiation during space explorations. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/30VHeyr

Scientists have observed the human heart cells' 'protein factories' in action, examining the entire tissue for the very first time. The group reveals their surprising discoveries and the possibilities they contain for the future treatment of heart disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2XefG4Z

Researchers describe the first trial outside the laboratory of a transgenic approach to combating malaria. The study shows that a naturally occurring fungus engineered to deliver a toxin to mosquitoes safely reduced mosquito populations by more than 99% in a screen-enclosed, simulated village setting in Burkina Faso, West Africa. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2wqffZR

Illinois wheat growers, take heart. A new study shows no evidence of a highly toxic Fusarium head blight (FHB) variant, known as NA2, in the wheat-growing region of the state. The study also reinforces the effectiveness of wheat resistance to the fungal disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2W1n824

New findings reveal significant damage to Miami's coral reefs from the 16-month dredging operation at the Port of Miami that began in 2013. The study found that sediment buried between half to 90 percent of nearby reefs, resulting in widespread coral death. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2HLRC4o

A collaborative study led by archaeologists, geneticists and museum curators is providing answers to previously unsolved questions about life in sub-Saharan Africa thousands of years ago. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2JMGy9f

Researchers have suspected that the body's various circadian clocks can operate independently from the central clock in the hypothalamus of the brain. Now, they have found a way to test that theory. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2Z0uTXR

Researchers report on a potential therapeutic strategy to treat viral infection and boost immunity against cancer. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2wtoCYH

People working in the fishing industry have among the poorest health of all workers in England and Wales, new research suggests. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2KjdB4t

UV light damages the DNA of skin cells, which can lead to cancer. This process is counteracted by the DNA repair machinery. It has been unclear, however, how repair proteins work on DNA tightly packed in chromatin, where access to DNA damage is restricted by protein packaging. Using cryo electron microscopy, researchers from the Thomä group at the FMI have identified a new mechanism whereby repair proteins detect and bind to damaged densely packed DNA. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2KcP0y5

The discoveries not only offer new directions for fighting the virulence of some of humanity's most dangerous pathogens, they have implications for our understanding of how life itself evolved. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2JOyaX4

Researchers have designed a new, organic cathode material for lithium batteries. With sulfur at its core, the material is more energy-dense, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly than traditional cathode materials in lithium batteries. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2Qz1Asw

Scientists have demonstrated that CO2 may make a better hydraulic fracturing (fracking) fluid than water. New research could help pave the way for a more eco-friendly form of fracking that would double as a mechanism for storing captured atmospheric CO2. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2YY2SR2

Cannabis use among older adults is growing faster than any other age group but many report barriers to getting medical marijuana, a lack of communication with their doctors and a lingering stigma attached to the drug, according to researchers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2EJVAbG

A stem cell therapy delivered into the nose can restore the sense of smell in a mouse model of olfactory loss. The findings provide proof of principle for an approach that has the potential to be of broad utility for a range of clinical conditions causing loss of olfaction. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2MeE59E

For environmental monitoring, precision agriculture, infrastructure maintenance and certain security applications, slow and energy efficient can be better than fast and always needing a recharge. That's where 'SlothBot' comes in. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2HN8xng

A fungus has been genetically modified with spider venom to kill the mosquitoes that spread malaria. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2WyP3e3

The US research found vomiting, laxative use and fasting were among the most common methods used. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2JPB9OT

A tax on baby food, pizzas and cakes could subsidise fruit and vegetables, England's chief medical officer says. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2WkAko1

Some patients can suffer severe symptoms if they come off the drugs too quickly, doctors say. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2I6RAmH

Baby Saybie was given just hours to live when she was born weighing just 245g (8.6oz) in San Diego. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2We3iWo

There are 29 cases in a village - including one death - and people are advised to get checked. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2EIOCUj

People with a history of self-harm discuss Instagram's rules over removing images showing healed scars. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2HLBsYH

Taxes on sugary products and labels on the front of packages can help reduce sugar consumption, according to a new study. The study, which included more than 3,500 people aged 13 and over on their purchasing behavior last spring, also found that taxes could have the greatest impact if 100 per cent fruit juice was included in reduction efforts. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2X9zreg

Without significant global reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, Colombia will have 60% less land suitable for rice production by the 2050s. Due primarily to increased temperatures and decreased rainfall -- as opposed to sea-level rise, which is the driver of projected change to rice production in some Asian countries -- the research shows suitable conditions will need to be found at higher elevations when low-altitude fields are too hot or dry for irrigated rice. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2Wd7END

Efforts to create reliable light-based quantum computing, quantum key distribution for cybersecurity, and other technologies got a boost from a new study demonstrating an innovative method for creating thin films to control the emission of single photons. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2EFwivq

People are eating more ultra-processed food - but what impact is it having on their bodies? from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2VWzSHb

The World Health Organization has amended its classification of transgender health issues. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2K8mAFm

Funding per person in Scotland is 43% higher than in England, while in Wales it is 33% higher. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2JMB52n

A surgeon removed Chelsie Thomas's healthy fallopian tube by mistake after an ectopic pregnancy. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2Kgq7lf

Good Omens co-stars, David Tennant and Michael Sheen, discuss the difficulty of losing your anonymity after fame. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2Qwd7bZ

Substance abuse among veterans increasing as mental health issues go untreated, study finds More U.S. military veterans are struggling with substance abuse and half of returning service members who need mental health treatment don't seek out care, according to newly released data.

San Diego hospital announces birth of world’s tiniest surviving baby A San Diego hospital on Wednesday announced the birth of what is believed to be the world tiniest surviving baby at just 8.6 ounces.

Correlation between diabetes and obesity may not be as closely linked as previously thought A strange paradox is baffling minds in the medical field: While obesity rates in American adults are on the rise, the number of new diabetes cases is dropping.

Funding Opportunity PAR-19-289 from the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts. The overall goal of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to identify, in animals, in vivo neurophysiological and behavioral measures for use as assays in the early screening phase of treatment development. The FOA will support efforts to optimize and evaluate measures of neurophysiological and behavioral processes that may serve as surrogate markers of neural processes of clinical interest based on available knowledge of the neurobiology of mental illnesses. The screening assays thus developed from this FOA are expected to build upon systems neurobiology and clinical neuroscience to enhance the scientific value of preclinical animal data contributing to a therapeutic development pipeline by assessing the impact of therapeutic targets and treatment candidates on neurobiological mechanisms of clinical relevance to mental illnesses. from NIH Funding Opportunities (Notices, PA, RFA) http://bit.ly/2JGAUF...

Video of Nevada mom giving birth in car goes viral: It was a 'beautiful nightmare' The moment a Nevada mother gave birth in a car last week has gone viral after the woman’s 10-year-old son recorded the emotional video from the backseat.

Allergan to recall textured breast implants in Canada Allergan Plc said on Tuesday it will voluntarily recall and stop the sale of its Biocell textured breast implants in Canada after the country’s health agency suspended the company’s licenses for the implants, citing increased risk of cancer.

Alabama dad, 52, dies days after reaction to copperhead snake bite: 'His organs just couldn't recover' A 52-year-old father-of-two in Alabama died Monday, just three days after he was bitten by a copperhead snake while walking the family’s new puppy at a lake house.

Video of woman giving birth in car goes viral A Utah family was headed to the hospital for a routine pregnancy checkup when the mom of three went into labor and gave birth to a baby girl minutes later.

Toddler born with rare birth defect has legs amputated, will be fitted with prosthetics An 18-month-old girl born with one of the rarest congenital lower-limb deformities known in the medical community has had both of her legs amputated below the knee.

Woman ‘burnt from inside out’ after severe reaction to medication pregnant with 'miracle' baby Danika Heron suddenly developed a severe reaction to her epilepsy drugs causing her skin to blister and fall off. Years later, she discovered she was pregnant, a 'miracle' doctors thought would never happen.

New Hampshire man treated for rabies after being bitten by bat hiding in iPad case, report says A New Hampshire man who was treated for rabies after a bat that was hiding in his iPad case snuck out and bit him last week said he hopes his ordeal will help educate others about the dangerous disease.

Acid reflux is a common problem. Many foods, including chocolate, can trigger symptoms. Learn more about the link between chocolate and acid reflux in this article. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2VZK5Tn

Blood in the urine, or hematuria, may arise after an infection or injury. Some causes are specific to females or more likely to affect females than males. Learn more here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2MhnTEK

A uric acid buildup can sometimes lead to gout, which causes very painful symptoms. Learn about eight natural ways to lower uric acid levels in this article. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2I6aGJF

Total protein tests measure the amount of protein in a person's urine or blood. In this article, we discuss the total protein test, including its uses, normal protein levels, and what abnormal levels mean. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2QGruuJ

A person may accidentally ingest maggots if they eat spoiled food. Although eating maggots is unlikely to cause lasting harm, it can sometimes cause bacterial poisoning. Learn more here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2WugDct

Asthma and pneumonia are respiratory conditions. They have different causes but similar symptoms. Learn about the connection between asthma and pneumonia, and what distinguishes them, here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2I7MeHE

High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a sugar alternative. Products that contain HFCS include sodas, packaged fruits, and desserts. Learn more about foods that contain HFCS, and why to avoid them, here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2YW63bD

Most females experience at least some symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). This article explores the symptoms, causes, and treatments of PMS. We also discuss when to see a doctor about symptoms. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2VUok7q

Clindamycin is an antibiotic drug. This article provides an overview of clindamycin, including what it can treat, how much doctors recommend taking, and possible adverse effects and interactions. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2Xdv5Tf

Bumps on the cervix are usually benign, or noncancerous, so they do not usually need treatment. In other cases, bumps can indicate cervical cancer, which will require treatment. Learn about the causes and treatments for bumps on the cervix here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2MhsS8u

Vyvanse and Adderall are two drugs that treat ADHD. They have similar actions and side effects, but there are several differences. Learn more here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2HI0Iz4

Folate is an essential nutrient. A lack of dietary folate can cause anemia, which is especially dangerous for women during pregnancy. Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of folate deficiency here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2YOFZ2i

The discovery of a second cell target for the immunosuppressant rapamycin could help its development as an anti-aging, neuroprotective drug. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2EI0GoT

A new study finds a link between different forms of allergies and either anxiety or depression. Future research, however, must verify these associations. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2VYcQ2A

A study using human biological samples and mouse models has found what can make viruses more dangerous and how some could facilitate Alzheimer's. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2YQjZUw

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Eight-year-old Kennedy Muhindo was running a high fever and racked by stomach pain and diarrhea. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2HJBhgz

The father of a college football player who died of a drug overdose gave emotional testimony about the U.S. opioid epidemic's personal cost on Wednesday in the second day of trial of a lawsuit by the state of Oklahoma accusing Johnson & Johnson of fueling the crisis. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2JOH4DM

The Louisiana House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to prohibit abortion after detection of an embryonic heartbeat, which can occur as early as six weeks from conception, often before a woman even realizes she is pregnant. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2JM5k9H

Louisiana's Democratic governor said on Wednesday he would sign a bill passed earlier in the day to ban abortion when a fetal heartbeat is detected, the latest legislation in a movement in mostly Southern and Midwest states to curb abortion rights. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/30PR6K1

(Reuters Health) - Doctors at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston say most of the face transplant patients they have been following for about five years are continuing to show improvement in quality of life. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2QABfKS

In recent months, some conservative-leaning U.S. states have taken action to curb abortion rights, the most recent being Missouri, where the state's only abortion clinic could close by the end of the week. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2XhFEVq

(Reuters Health) - Teens are more likely to get at least one of two recommended doses of the meningococcal vaccine when they receive their first shot by early adolescence, a U.S. study suggests. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2KeqAV0

The Canadian government has assured the pharmaceutical industry that new features of its plan to cut drug costs would apply only to new medicines, Health Canada said, offering some relief to drugmakers even as other regulations could still lower prices of medicines already on the market. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2MiyS0J