Between the choking game and pill parties, teenagers have picked up yet another dangerous bad habit: drinking hand sanitizer to get drunk. Hand sanitizers contain 62% ethyl alcohol and six…
A judge in Mississippi has ruled that a cap on pain and suffering damages is unconstitutional in the state of Mississippi. It's not the first time a cap on noneconomic damages has been ruled…
Debtors' prisons were once popular prior to the mid-19th century and were used to punish those who owed unpaid debts. However, the U.S. abolished the practice in the 1830s but some states…
When a healthy living donor is willing to make the selfless sacrifice of offering a kidney to help someone in need, their act is nothing short of heroic. Sadly, one brave donor in New York gave…
If you need to have your appendix removed, let's say, and you are uninsured, there is no way for you to comparison shop. However, the cost of such a surgery can vary widely–from $1,500 to…
If you've had a reason to visit a doctor lately, chances are you've felt rushed or even ignored by your physician. Studies, both formal and informal, show that Americans are becoming more…
Just as their patent was about to expire, the maker of an Alzheimer's drug was given approval for a higher dosage, thereby extending their exclusive right to sell the drug. However, not only…
As the weather gets warmer outside, more bicyclists will be sharing the roadways with automobiles. It's extra important for motorists and cyclists to be aware of one another to practice basic…
A woman in New Zealand died in February 2010 from a heart attack at the age of 30. But her family says it wasn't just a bad heart to blame for her poor health and subsequent death–the woman…
While it can't make your hair grow back, Propecia promise to stop the speed of hairloss, which is welcome news for men that are watching that bald spot on the back of their head quickly…
Distracted driving has become an enormous threat on our roadways. Whether it’s texting, eating, or changing the radio station, other activities are constantly vying for our attention when…
You've probably heard of dating websites that match you based on compatibility rather than just a picture of a cute guy or girl. However, a new trend in dating is taking matchmaking a step…