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The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a controversial new drug designed to boost sex drive in women. The drug is designed to have the same effect on women that Viagra and products like it have on men. The drug, which is known as Addyi, was approved by the FDA on Tuesday. […]
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Drinking coffee is a morning ritual for millions of American adults. Now, a new study shows that ritual can be beneficial for people dealing with a colon cancer diagnosis. The study, which involved roughly 1,000 colon cancer patients, was carried out by researchers at the Dana-Farber Cancer Center in Boston, Massachusetts. Researchers discovered that colon […]
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The controversy surrounding violent video games is hardly new. But now critics of these games can point to a new study, which shows that they can make players more aggressive in their day-to-day lives. The study, which was carried out by an American Psychological Association (APA) task force, involved a methodical review of over 100 […]
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We all know working too much can increase stress levels and damage our health. Now, a new study shows that it could also make it difficult for women to become pregnant. The study, which was carried out by researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Brigham […]
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There’s good news for fans of the classic video game Tetris: according to a new study, the game can help reduce one’s cravings for food, drugs, sex and sleep. The study, which was led by Professor Jackie Andrade of Plymouth University, involved 31 undergraduate students between the ages of 18 and 27. About half of […]
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