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Hugh Jackman Wife: Star Says He Battled Skin Cancer Again, Urges Others to Use Sunscreen

The actor shared the news on Instagram once again. Hugh Jackman posted a picture of himself on Instagram with a bandage on his nose. He revealed that he battled skin cancer once again.

Nat Geo Mundo Series 'Doctor Vet: Los Angeles' Star Dr. Georgina Marquez Talks Animals, Technology, and Health

In Los Angeles, three veterinarians from Mexico, Guatemala and Puerto Rico were brought together to solve complex cases, educate the public on animal safety, and demonstrate the value of human-animal relationships. "Doctor Vet: Los Angeles," which airs on the Spanish-language channel Nat Geo Mundo, broadcasts the challenges of caring for dogs, cats and more exotic animals, such as lions and snakes, and the emotion, skill, creativity and sensitivity involved when operating on animals.

Defeating Cancer & Types of Cancer: Gel Manicures May Increase Chance of Cancer, Study Says

A new study looks closer at nail salon lamps. Getting a mani at a salon may be more dangerous than you thought. Nail salon lamps use ultraviolet light to speed up the drying and to harden gels and polishes, but a new study shows that the practice poses a threat to skin, according to the New York Times.

Fruits, Vegetables & Pesticides: Apples Top 'Dirty Dozen' List of Most Contaminated Fruits & Veggies, EWP Report Says

A new report by the Environmental Working Group indicates that strawberries, apples, and grapes lead the list of the 'Dirty Dozen' group of fruits and vegetables that contain the most pesticides.

Ebola Virus & Fever In Guinea: Deadly Outbreak Might Be Contained, Officials Say; How Easily Does It Spread?

An Ebola outbreak in West Africa has continued to devastate the region but officials in Guinea are indicating that the outbreak may have peaked.

Ebola Virus & Outbreak In West Africa: Deadly, Contagious Disease Spreads To Libera, Sierro Leone; 80 Deaths So Far

The recent Ebola outbreak in West Africa has raised concerns about its potential to spread even further as the death toll continues to rise

Researchers Debunk Bubonic Plague of Black Death In Europe, Classify it As a Pneumonic Plague Instead

Growing up, children have been taught that the Black Death, which spread throughout London in the mid-1300s and killed roughly 60 percent of the population, was caused by fleas off the backs of rats traveling on boats from Asia.

Women Who Drink Diet Sodas More Likely to Develop Heart Disease or Die, Study Says

A new study shows diet soda drinking women are more likely to have a heart attack. Women who drink two or more diet sodas a day are 30 percent more likely to have a heart attack and 50 percent more likely to die than those who rarely drink it.

Obamacare Affordable Care Act Sign Up Website and Deadline: The Difference Between Bronze Silver, Gold, & Platinum Plans

Enroll by March 31 to avoid penalties The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) is a national decree which is also known as "Obamacare," or just as the "Affordable Care Act" (ACT).

E-Cigarette Brands Health Effects and Risk Review Studies: FDA, Tobacco Businesses Create Forum For Debate

Are e-cigs becoming more popular among youth? A lot of people are now shifting to the use of electronic cigarettes because they are deemed as the best alternative for regular tobacco cigarettes.

Chernobyl Study: Plants, Trees Decomposing At Slow Rate; Animals, Birds Suffering From After Effects

Although it has been nearly three decades since the horrifying and disastrous nuclear explosion at Chernobyl, researchers have noticed that the dead trees and plants in the area have decomposed at a much slower rate than normal.

Obamacare Health Insurance Sign Up Penalty, Rates, Facts 2014: Pros and Cons, and How To Apply By Medical Mandate Deadline

Sign up by March 31 deadline or pay monthly fee It seems that the discussions regarding Obamacare are not about to cease, not in the next few months, at least.

Study: Children Who Lack Sleep Are At Higher Risk For Obesity

A new study published in the International Journal of Obesity has found that toddlers have a much higher chance of becoming obese if they do not get enough sleep.

iOS 8 Release Date, Concept and Fitness Feature Rumors: Will Apple's Latest OS Hit Android Where it Hurts?

From minor and major performance tweaks to a plethora of new apps iOS 8 it really going to be a big deal.

Women With HIV and Lupus May Be The Key to Finding Out a Cure for AIDS

Having an autoimmune disease like Lupus is bad enough. Having an autoimmune disease like lupus is bad enough. Now try imagining being afflicted with lupus and HIV, the worst autoimmune disease of them all.

Latino/Hispanic Health 2014: Cancer, Diabetes and Other Afflictions [UPDATE]

Fine points regarding Latino health has been revealed in multiple studies over the last number of years, and the public has become privy to information regarding conditions and diseases that most affect the Latino community.

CES 2014: Wearable Health Gadgets, 4K & Ultra HD Technologies Dominate Showcase

Smartphone trends were joined by high-res format and new gadgets CES 2014, a showcase which is typically dominated by the usual smartphone trends, saw a strong showing from wearable health gadgets and the more exciting 4K and Ultra HD technologies.

Diabetes Symptoms & Treatment: Sugar Also Horrible for the Heart?

Added sugar in one's diet should be monitored closely and done in moderation as new research confirms excessive intake of sugar may lead to heart disease.

Human History: Researchers "Surprised" After Finding 7,000 Year Old Man With Dark Skin, Blue Eyes; Why?

DNA extracted from the remains of a 7,000 year old man's tooth has helped researchers find out more information about our ancestors, a study published by the Nature journal reports.

Five 2014 Health Stories We Hope Aren't True

The New Year has just begun, but there are already plenty of health theories out there that have the potential to turn 2014 into a very risky year. Here are five health-related stories to hit the news this year that, for one reason or another, we hope are not true. If they are, then 2014 could end up being a very sick year (and not in the good way).

Alex Rodriguez Suspension 2014: Yankees Star Will Miss Entire 2014 Season; Is There A Chance He Could Still Play?

New York Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez will officially miss the 2014 season New York Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez will officially miss the 2014 season.
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