Take a bunch of fast-moving electrons, place them in orbit and then hit them with the shock waves from a solar storm. What do you get? Killer electrons. That's the shocking recipe revealed by ESA's Cluster mission.

Researchers have new insight into the relationship between Parkinson's disease and smoking. Several studies have shown that smokers have a lower risk of developing Parkinson's disease. A new study shows that smoking for a greater number of years may reduce the risk of the disease, but smoking a larger number of cigarettes per day may not reduce the risk.

Title: Pill Kills Hard-to-Treat Head Lice
Category: Health News
Created: 3/11/2010 10:40:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 3/11/2010 10:40:47 AM

Title: Cancer Deaths Down Since 'War on Cancer'
Category: Health News
Created: 3/11/2010 10:26:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 3/11/2010 10:26:52 AM

For me, Spring can never come soon enough.

Tags: mindful awareness, seasons

It makes sense in a difficult situation to look for positive aspects or to find a positive response. It's certainly unlikely that we'll find them if we don't look for them. But is there a cost to optimism as well?

Tags: mindful awareness, positive psychology, presence, relationships

Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT) announced the U.S. launch of the VERTEX SELECT® Reconstruction System. When a patient has a spinal condition that requires fusion or a procedure that must be performed from the back of the spine, also known as a posterior approach, the VERTEX SELECT® Reconstruction System contains implants and an instrument set for performing this surgical procedure. Conditions of the spine, such as degenerative disc disease, tumor, or trauma, can lead to instability and pain for patients...

Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy (D-RI) was honored last night by the American Psychological Association for his advocacy work and legislative accomplishments on mental health issues. The APA presented Kennedy with the 2010 Outstanding Leadership Award, given annually to a member of Congress who has prominently championed the goals of professional psychology. "Congressman Kennedy has been a tireless crusader of mental health rights," says Katherine C. Nordal, PhD, APA executive director for professional practice...

It now appears possible to sequence a patient’s genome at reasonable cost and with sufficient accuracy to be useful.

The threat of blame, even malpractice, looms over doctors working to prevent medical errors.

Title: Moderate Drinking Linked to Weight Control
Category: Health News
Created: 3/9/2010 9:46:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 3/9/2010 9:46:03 AM

Title: Diet, Exercise Can Improve Thinking
Category: Health News
Created: 3/8/2010 4:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 3/9/2010