Experimental Blood Test Screens for 8 Types of Cancer- Offers Hope for Saving Lives Through Early Detection

A new study published in the January 2018 issue of the journal, Science, introduces the experimental blood test, CancerSEEK. The researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center in Baltimore, Maryland, shared that this new blood test is able to detect 8 common cancers: esophageal, bowel, ovarian, liver, stomach, pancreatic, lung, and breast cancers. This …

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Emotional Support Animals: Legitimate Mental Health Aides or Outrageous Abuse of Airline Policy?

The debate over emotional support animals (ESAs) has led to policy changes at some of the nation’s major airlines. Airlines such as United and Delta have been forced to tighten their regulations on the admittance of ESAs onboard their flights. This comes after a few recent newsworthy incidents. A Delta Airlines passenger was viciously attacked …

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Increased Male Mortality at the age of 62 May be Linked to Early Retirement and Social Security Fears

On August 4, 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law. This law allowed for American workers to contribute a portion of their paychecks into a government ‘trust fund’ for safekeeping until they retire. By doing so, they can continue to financially support themselves as they enter into their golden years. …

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